Office of Architecture (ooA) is a family-owned architectural practice based in Wimberley, Texas, serving Central Texas and beyond since 1986. We design custom residential and commercial projects grounded in construction-rooted knowledge, direct architect involvement, and a client-focused approach.
President & Principal
Neel Morton, a graduate of The University of Texas at Austin, became a registered architect in 1985 and opened his first architectural office in Austin in 1986.
Early in his career, Neel recognized that truly serving clients required a deep understanding of how buildings are actually constructed. He spent several years working in the construction industry, supervising the building of custom single-family residences, cluster housing, and townhomes as part of a real estate development firm in Houston, Texas.
“I didn’t know how much I didn’t know when I left school, but I soon found out. Working in the construction industry was one of the smartest moves I made early in my career.”
Neel has since designed and managed the construction of a wide range of projects, including private residences, commercial buildings, medical facilities, restaurants, churches, recreational facilities, and multi-family developments, including a co-housing project in Tucson, Arizona.
A long-standing interest in sustainable design has led Neel to explore and work with alternative building systems such as adobe, rammed earth, straw bale construction, structural insulated panels (SIPs), and insulated concrete forms (ICFs), bringing a thoughtful, research-driven approach to material selection and building performance.
American Institute of Architects (AIA)
Texas Society of Architects (TSA)
From an early age, Dax Morton knew he wanted to follow in his family’s footsteps. Raised around construction sites with his father, a Master Electrician, Dax developed an early appreciation for the building trades while discovering a passion for architectural design and creative problem-solving.
“I loved the construction industry, but I also knew I wanted to use my design skills. Architecture became the perfect balance.”
Before joining Office of Architecture full-time, Dax gained professional experience with Strategic Design Group, the in-house design team for H-E-B, as well as hands-on field experience working as an electrician’s apprentice. This combination of design and construction background continues to inform his practical, detail-driven approach to architecture.
Since joining ooA in 2014, Dax has worked on a wide range of projects—from quaint custom homes to multi-level office buildings. His primary experience includes healthcare, retail and office buildings, and single-family residential projects. Dax has managed projects through all phases of design, from initial programming and schematic design through construction documentation and contract administration, and remains actively involved throughout construction.
Master of Architecture with Distinction, Boston Architectural College
Bachelor of Science Architecture, Magna Cum Laude, University of Texas at San Antonio
Registered Architect with the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners (TBAE) #29924
American Institute of Architects (AIA)
National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB)
Construction / Production Manager
Marc brings extensive experience in production management, CAD management, and project management. His career has included work with firms such as WSM Architects and Planning Consultants and BLGY, Inc., where he gained extensive experience on commercial, institutional, governmental, and educational projects throughout Texas.
Since joining Office of Architecture in 2006, Marc has expanded his role to include significant involvement in medical facilities and custom residential projects. His deep technical knowledge and production expertise play a key role in maintaining the quality, consistency, and coordination of ooA’s construction documents.
Marc relocated to Wimberley in 2000 with his wife and two daughters and spent several years commuting to firms in Austin and San Antonio while also operating Wimberley CADD Services, providing drafting and design support to architects, engineers, builders, and homeowners across Central Texas.
“Joining Office of Architecture in 2006 allowed me to spend more time with my family and be part of a firm that values collaboration, quality, and a true family environment.”
Visualization Specialist
Mason has worked with Office of Architecture intermittently over the years on a part-time basis while pursuing his own professional career. Encouraged early on to explore his interests in design, product invention, and music, Mason brings a multidisciplinary creative perspective to the ooA team. He lives in Wimberley with his family and is actively involved in the local community.
An award-winning industrial designer, Mason spent more than 11 years with Philips Lighting, where he was recognized for his ability to pair creative, outside-the-box thinking with strong engineering and design skills.
“Philips valued my unique combination of creative problem-solving, critical engineering insight, and design discipline.”
At ooA, Mason leads all 3D modeling and renderings. With a background in Communication Design, he brings a refined understanding of proportion, light, and color, producing visualizations that are both accurate and expressive of the architectural intent.
Bachelor in Fine Arts in Communication Design, Texas State University
Director Of Business Development
Leslie Morton brings extensive leadership experience across both corporate and non-profit sectors. Her career has included managing the purchasing department of a large Mitsubishi subsidiary and directing operations at a mid-size advertising agency, where she developed strong expertise in negotiations, organizational leadership, and staff management.
After many years in the corporate arena, Leslie transitioned to the non-profit sector, serving as a Director at a children’s advocacy center, founding a non-profit focused on teaching emotional intelligence to youth and adults, and most recently working as Chief Communications, Marketing, and Learning Officer for Texas CASA.
In 2021, Leslie joined Office of Architecture alongside her husband, Neel, bringing her business, communications, and organizational expertise to support the continued growth of this family-owned firm. Her work helps ensure that ooA’s internal operations, client experience, and public presence reflect the care and professionalism that define the practice.
Associates in Accounting at Forsyth Technical College, Winston-Salem, NC
Studied Psychology, at UNC-Chapel Hill
Financial Assistant
Melinda Connors joined Office of Architecture in 2014 as the firm’s Contract Bookkeeper. She brings extensive experience providing bookkeeping and financial support for architectural and engineering firms in Wimberley and Austin.
Although her academic background is in engineering, Melinda found her professional path in finance and bookkeeping through supporting her husband’s business ventures. This combination of technical understanding and financial expertise allows her to bring clarity, accuracy, and reliability to ooA’s operations.
“I knew joining ooA was going to be a perfect fit. The commitment to clients and the family environment make it a great place to be.”
Bachelor of Science Electrical Engineering, Texas A&M Kingsville
