ABOUT GGA-ARCHITECTURE
Our dedicated team works together towards a common vision of creating innovative architecture, interior and urban design inspired by the unique qualities of place. Our team includes some of the most hard-working, collaborative, and locally skilled professionals offering decades of experience in delivering successful projects in western Canada.
Vince is a creative architect skilled in designing innovative solutions based on a thorough understanding of client goals and objectives. Since becoming Partner in ’02, he has led many signature projects like SAIT Trades & Technology Complex, Eighth Ave. Place and Keynote Urban Village.
Furthering his passion to create great places for people, Stephen believes in the importance of having a highly collaborative process with clients to find meaningful solutions. His experience includes institutional projects, healthcare design, multi-family residential and seniors housing.
Chito has been working in Calgary since ’91, joining GGA in ’06. Chito is a highly creative and extremely effective Designer who consistently achieves exemplary design solutions. He believes in collaboration and facilitation of a collective vision and how to effectively bring it into reality.
David joined GGA in ’06, following his MArch from the University of Manitoba. He is driven by the belief that exceptional design opens up new possibilities. David approaches his work with the idea that architecture influences how we build and shape thriving communities.
Jonny has award-winning designs of all scales ranging from furniture to architecture, bringing this attention to detail into his practice as an Architect. With his range of design skill, he can assess the macro and micro levels of complexity involved in projects to ensure quality and design intent.
Stephanie’s experience includes the design, production and project management of small- and large-scale projects, ranging from heritage interior restorations to mountain top expansions in inclement weather, to a 60-storey mixed-use tower crafted on the international stage.
As an Associate & Managing Director of Quality Assurance at GGA, Wade is oversees the AT Department in the completion and coordination of construction documents. He is involved in a variety of projects through all phases, providing input until the end of the construction phase.
Allen joined GGA in ’94 becoming Associate and Design Director responsible for the planning, design and coordination of projects from concept through to completion. Allen’s talent and knowledge in working with diverse user groups has resulted in many successful projects.
In ’95 Clint graduated from SIAST with a Diploma in Architectural Technology and later attended the University of Calgary earning a Certificate in Contract Law & Documents. Since joining GGA, he has become a valuable asset to the Contract Administration team as Managing Director.
Todd graduated from SAIT in ’97 and has a wide range of experience from production drawing and detailing to assisting with contract admin. and tenant coordination on larger projects. He has also coordinated and managed the implementation of BIM standards within the office.
Lynn is the leader of the accounting team and ensures that proper processes are in place for all phases of projects as well the management of the firm. She is integral in coordinating the day-to-day financial and high-level business functions to keep GGA running smoothly throughout the year.
Eric brings a vast range of design experience from Institutional and Office to Healthcare and Master Planning. His experience is backed with an overall passion for design, arts and architecture and a desire to problem solve, making him a versatile and valued “Swiss Knife” architect.
With more than 15 years of experience, Aaron has gained valuable knowledge and expertise to progress a project from design development, through construction documents and into contract administration as well as exceptional analytical and problem solving skills.
While at GGA, Brian has been involved in a range of projects, performing a variety of roles from helping as part of a design team to Project Lead. Brian has proven to have a keen understanding of City planning regulations by successfully steering some complex projects through various City processes.
Erin joined GGA in ’07 following the completion of a Diploma in Arch. Tech. from SAIT. Over and above Erin’s extensive experience with Education Facilities, she has emerged as a talented and eager Production Lead whose dedication sees our projects through to completion in Contract Admin.
Luke joined GGA in 2011 with over a decade of experience in commercial and institutional design. Luke oversees a team of architectural technologists as our go-to Project Manager on educational projects where he ensures the completion of construction documentation and specifications.
Meghan’s creative energy and inherent versatility to assume varying roles in the execution of projects enables her to manage complex initiatives. She approaches design with an openness in heart and mind and a truly collaborative spirit to realize projects that advance social wellbeing
Katie leads the marketing department at GGA, overseeing proposal submissions, internal and external communications, branding guidelines, marketing strategy as well as event coordination. Katie is highly organized and a big-picture thinker, leading to streamlined processes.
NeiLei maintains strong communication skills, resulting in numerous repeat clients and recommendations. She maintains a holistic approach in overseeing design projects from conception through to planning, material and lighting specification, drawings and project management.
Paul joined GGA in ’07 and is currently responsible for writing Architectural Specifications and the preparation of contract documents. He is an efficient, detail-oriented person and has a great ability to multitask and balance several projects in different stages of production as our in-house spec. writer.