Morris Hall is a four-story seminary building that was

constructed in 1916.  After many years of use as an office

building, Miller Boskus Lack undertook the challenge of

converting the existing structure to the new headquarters

for the Catholic Diocese of Little Rock.  The 45,000 sq. ft.

building required all new heating and cooling, plumbing

and electrical systems throughout.  All of the exterior

windows, including numerous leaded glass windows

on the front facade, were replaced or re-built to make

the building more energy efficient.  Extensive structural

renovation was also required for the old building to satisfy

modern code requirements.  About 10,000 sq. ft. of new

space provides vertical circulation and other support

facilities on each floor.  New interior finishes provide a more appropriate working  atmosphere  for  the administrative offices of the diocese.  With this renovation, Morris Hall will reclaim its status as the jewel of St. John’s Center.