Studio GWA sees architecture and design as community art that has the remarkable ability to connect people to one another and the world around them. Imaginative thinkers, bold risk-takers, and problem-solving mavens, Studio GWA relishes opportunities to partner with clients to transform vision into reality. Each project is more than a building - it is a space brought to life by the people. We're proud that our portfolio represents some of the most iconic regional landmarks and meaningful projects for organizations and communities around the nation.
We've been improving quality of life through design since 1982 when our founder and principal architect, Gary W. Anderson, decided he wanted to change the trajectory of a community. His dedication to the revitalization of Rockford Illinois' downtown - honoring its unique architectural history while building spaces that met the community's needs for the future - was visionary. Where others saw abandoned properties, Gary saw possibility. That unique blend of determination, optimism, and realism has become the firm's calling card.
Our architects and designers use a team approach that is ever-evolving and always inspired to create innovative spaces based on a deep understanding of how people interact with their environments. Our passion lies in integrating original architectural features with our client's own design goals to produce customized architectural and interior elements that leave guests excited to return. The Grant Building is a ten-story historic structure located in downtown Atlanta. Built in 1898, the building was designed for office use and boasts an elaborate, detailed faade that resembles the Reliance building in downtown Chicago.