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.
Featured Projects
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.
Hotel Kaskaskia
place-making experts
Madison Street Corridor
Company 251
Featured Services
Studio GWA is known for its expertise in historical preservation and adaptive re-use, and we bring that same skill and enthusiasm to all types of projects across commercial, retail, mixed-use, and multi-family residential spaces. Our dynamic and forward-thinking team of urban planning, architecture, interior design, and development professionals support all phases of projects from master planning through construction.
architecture
Whether your vision involves new construction or enlivening an existing structure, our team can bring it to life.
urban planning
A community starts with understanding how people interact with individual buildings, blocks and corridors.
master planning through construction
keeping it social
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Landmarks Illinois: Celebrating 50 Years of Preservation Advocacy
Studio GWA’s founder celebrates the 50th anniversary of Landmarks Illinois and talks about some of the impactful work he’s doing with the organization.
Aspiring Architects Designing with Community in Mind
Studio GWA’s founder Gary W. Anderson shares about an exciting project between Rockford’s Great Neighborhoods and Judson University School of Architecture.
Studio GWA Announces Second Location
Studio GWA, a firm specializing in architecture, urban planning, interior design, and development services, is pleased to announce the opening of a second location in Monroe, Wisconsin.
Downtown: The ‘Best Supporting Actor’ of Holiday Movies
Why are holiday movies always set in a traditional downtown? Ashley Sarver shares some features of downtowns that make for a welcoming and comfortable hometown environment.