Kenneth Robinson Jr. is a native of New Orleans, Louisiana. Creative at a young age, he was drawn to the beauty of the antebellum homes in New Orleans. The cities’ historic design inspired his love and passion for architecture. He graduated from Southern University A&M College in Baton Rouge, Louisiana with a Bachelors in Architecture.

Before forming his architecture firm, Kenneth worked at some of the leading architecture firms in New Orleans, Louisiana and Houston, Texas. In 2010 Kenneth formed Kenneth Robinson, A Professional Corporation which is a Houston based architectural design firm. His background includes design, project management, and planning. He has been involved in the design and construction of a wide range of projects including affordable housing, restaurants, schools, religious sanctuaries and single and multifamily homes.

Because of his strong commitment to volunteerism and community service, Kenneth is active in several local and national organizations. In 2006 Kenneth became a member of the 100 Black Men of Metropolitan Houston, Inc. For the last several years, he has served on the Board of Directors of the 100 Black Men of Metropolitan Houston, Inc. In January 2017, he was elected the President of the 100 Black Men of Metropolitan Houston becoming the youngest in the chapter’s history. Kenneth currently serves as Chairman Emeritus for the 100 Black Men of Metropolitan Houston, Inc. and the Emerging 100 Committee Chair for the 100 Black Men of America.

In 2012 and 2013, Houston Construction News highlighted Kenneth for his accomplishments. In addition, he was featured in several editions of Who’s Who in Black Houston. In 2022 Kenneth was featured in an article titled “Against the Grain” in Re:Engineer Magazine.

Kenneth believes he could not have achieved the things he has without the mentorship and guidance of others and feels it’s his duty to support others.

Kenneth is most proud to be a husband and father of two daughters.

Qualifications:

• Active member of the 100 Black Men of Metropolitan Houston Inc. (100 BMOH) since 2006.
• Served on the 100 BMOH Board of Directors since 2007 in various capacities.
• Youngest 100 BMOH President in chapter history.
• Currently serving as Chairman Emeritus of the 100 BMOH.
• Led the formation of the Emerging 100 of Houston in 2015.
• Increased chapter transparency between the Board of Directors and members.
• Increased chapter member engagement.
• Increased chapter visibility & impact in the Houston community.
• Let the “100 as One” Hurricane Harvey relief efforts.
• Instrumental in bringing key partnerships to the Houston chapter.
• Instrumental in creating new mentee & community programs.
• Currently serving as Emerging 100 Committee Chair for the 100 Black Men of America.