Business Details
44 Years
experience
Your Trusted RIBA Chartered Architecture Practice
GMA Architecture has been advising clients on architectural, development and design matters since establishment in 1982. Our RIBA chartered practice delivers diverse projects across the United Kingdom and overseas, combining contextual sensitivity with functional excellence. Our ISO 9001 certification and CHAS accreditation demonstrate our commitment to quality standards. We maintain direct client access to key personnel, ensuring project continuity and expertise throughout every development phase. Our team's international experience enriches our approach to residential, commercial, and conservation projects.We specialise in creating environments that balance aesthetic appeal with practical requirements. Our portfolio includes award-winning schemes in leisure, healthcare, and multi-unit housing sectors. We provide comprehensive architectural services from initial concept through to construction completion. Our conservation expertise preserves historic buildings while integrating modern functionality. We maintain membership with professional institutions including the Royal Institute of British Architects.
Services
Residential Architecture
Commercial Architecture
Care Facilities Design
Private House Projects
Conservation Architecture
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- Established in 1982 with continuous architectural expertise
- Direct client access to key personnel throughout projects
- RIBA chartered practice with international project experience
- ISO 9001 quality management system certified
- Specialists in complex building types across multiple sectors
Associations and certifications
- RIBA Chartered Practice
- ISO 9001:2008
- CHAS
Services
Residential Architecture
We create innovative residential spaces tailored to occupants' needs while respecting local contexts. Our expertise spans private houses, student housing, and multi-storey residential developments. We balance aesthetic appeal with practical functionality across new builds and property renovations.
Commercial Architecture
Our commercial architecture covers office spaces, retail units, and mixed-use developments. We deliver functional business environments that enhance operational efficiency while maintaining visual appeal. Projects include corporate headquarters and commercial complexes across the UK and overseas.
Conservation Architecture
Specialist conservation services preserve historic buildings while integrating modern requirements. We work on listed structures and heritage sites, maintaining architectural integrity through sensitive restoration and adaptive reuse strategies for both public and private sector clients.
Care Facilities Design
We design purpose-built care environments prioritising accessibility and resident wellbeing. Our portfolio includes care homes, assisted living facilities, and healthcare centres incorporating therapeutic design principles and modern accessibility standards.
Private House Projects
Custom-designed private residences meeting exacting client specifications. Our services include high-end residential projects, swimming pool pavilions, and exclusive properties in prime locations across the UK and international markets like Sydney and Guernsey.
People
Ian Laverick
Managing Director
Managing Director with extensive international experience across complex building projects in the UK, Australia, Middle East, and Channel Islands. Leads strategic direction and project oversight.
Stephen Jowitt
Director
Director specialising in leisure buildings, healthcare facilities, and multi-storey housing developments. Provides technical expertise across commercial and residential sectors with RIBA chartered status.
Colin Howe
Associate
Associate architect with experience in housing developments across London and the West Country. Specialises in multi-unit residential schemes and welfare-focused building design.
Meredith Dominey
Associate
Associate architect with international experience in commercial and high-end residential projects. Works across UK and South African markets, delivering design solutions for private sector clients.
Questions
What architectural services does GMA offer?
We provide comprehensive architectural services including residential design, commercial buildings, conservation projects, care facilities, and private house commissions across the UK and internationally.
Are you RIBA chartered architects?
Yes, we are a Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) chartered practice with full professional accreditation and membership.
Do you work on listed buildings?
Yes, we specialise in conservation architecture and have extensive experience working on listed buildings and heritage sites.
Can you handle international projects?
Our architectural practice undertakes projects globally, with recent work completed in the Middle East, Channel Islands, and Australia.
How do you ensure project quality?
We maintain ISO 9001 quality management standards and CHAS accreditation, with direct client access to senior team members throughout all projects.
