Business Details
Expert Architectural Design Services
Griggs Mitchell & Associates is a small, client-focused architectural firm with diverse expertise across multiple markets and project types. Our approach emphasizes thorough problem-solving, combining 15 years of global experience in residential, commercial, and institutional projects. We maintain offices in Los Angeles, Lake Charles, Chicago, Houston, and Atlanta to better serve clients across Texas, Illinois, New York, and Georgia.Our process prioritizes active listening, data-driven analysis, and customized strategies to align designs with client goals. We specialize in creating functional, sustainable spaces where aesthetic appeal emerges naturally from purposeful design. Our principals hold licenses in four states and bring additional construction and development industry expertise through their multidisciplinary backgrounds.
Services
Pre-Design Services
Project Management
Strategic Planning
Sustainable Design
BIM Coordination
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of global architectural experience across diverse project types
- Our principals maintain active architectural licenses in four US states
- We implement a proven three-phase strategy process (R Strategy, R Execution, R Administration)
- Our multidisciplinary team includes professionals with construction and development expertise
- We provide localized service through five strategically located US offices
Associations and certifications
- American Institute of Architects (AIA)
Services
Pre-Design Services
Our pre-design phase establishes foundational project parameters through comprehensive analysis of location, spatial requirements, aesthetic preferences, and financial feasibility. We conduct site assessments, zoning evaluations, and budget projections to create clear project roadmaps. This strategic foundation ensures all subsequent design decisions align with client objectives and regulatory requirements.
Project Management
We provide tailored project management solutions that coordinate all phases from concept development through construction completion. Our services include timeline scheduling, budget tracking, contractor coordination, and quality control inspections. This comprehensive oversight ensures projects stay on schedule, within budget, and maintain design integrity throughout implementation.
Strategic Planning
Our strategic planning process combines data gathering with collaborative goal setting to create customized project frameworks. Through R Strategy, R Execution, and R Administration phases, we develop actionable plans that address current needs while anticipating future requirements. This methodology ensures measurable progress toward defined architectural objectives.
Sustainable Design
We integrate sustainability principles throughout the design process to create energy-efficient, environmentally responsible buildings. Our approach balances LEED certification standards with practical functionality, ensuring eco-friendly solutions enhance rather than compromise project goals. This commitment extends to material selection, energy systems, and site integration strategies.
BIM Coordination
Our Building Information Modeling services create detailed 3D digital representations for improved project visualization and coordination. This technology enables clash detection, system integration analysis, and construction sequencing simulations. BIM coordination enhances accuracy in complex projects like the Golden Nugget Casino and Cam LNG Assembly facilities mentioned in our portfolio.
People
Jason Mitchell
Principal Architect & President
Licensed architect in four states with 15+ years of global experience, Jason leads GMA's Los Angeles office. He holds an architecture degree from Illinois Institute of Technology and combines design expertise with construction industry knowledge through prior professional roles.
Trenton Mays
Senior Designer & VP South
Associate AIA member based in Lake Charles, Trenton specializes in southern US market projects. As VP South, he oversees regional operations while maintaining active involvement in design development and client coordination for Gulf Coast projects.
Questions
What architectural services does GMA offer?
We provide comprehensive services including pre-design planning, project management, strategic design, sustainable architecture, and BIM coordination for residential, commercial, and institutional projects.
In which states does GMA Architecture operate?
We maintain active licenses in California, Louisiana, Texas, and Illinois with physical offices in Los Angeles, Lake Charles, Chicago, Houston, and Atlanta.
How does GMA approach the design process?
Our three-phase R Process (Strategy, Execution, Administration) combines data gathering, collaborative goal setting, and continuous monitoring to deliver customized architectural solutions.
What project types does GMA specialize in?
Our portfolio includes multi-family residential, educational facilities, municipal buildings, commercial developments, and specialized projects like the Grambling University Visual Arts Building and KOB Youth Center.
