Business Details
Award-Winning Architectural Design Services
We are a leader in architecture driven by innovative ideas and honest collaboration. With over four decades of experience, our firm specializes in creating progressive, atmospheric spaces that enhance lives through thoughtful design. Our process integrates planning, design, and production, ensuring high standards at every stage. We prioritize client needs, delivering smart, informed solutions tailored to complex projects across diverse sectors.Our commitment to excellence has earned recognition as one of the top hospitality and education architecture firms globally. Through a collaborative approach, we push boundaries to redefine the built environment while maintaining a focus on purposeful, client-centric outcomes.
Services
Architecture
Interior Design
Master Planning
Concept Design
Construction Documentation
Programming
Contract Administration
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of experience in complex, multi-faceted architectural projects
- Our collaborative design process ensures client goals drive every decision
- Award-winning expertise in hospitality, education, and healthcare architecture
- Full-service firm handling planning, design, and construction documentation
- Recognized globally as top-tier architects for sustainable, atmospheric spaces
Associations and certifications
- AIA (American Institute of Architects)
- LEED AP
- NCIDQ
What people say
Award-winning designs
Collaborative approach
45+ years experience
Atmospheric spaces
Client-focused
Services
Architecture
As a full-service architecture firm with over 45 years of experience, we deliver innovative solutions for hospitality, education, healthcare, and commercial projects. Our team excels in transforming complex requirements into functional, atmospheric spaces that enhance user experiences. From concept to construction, we prioritize sustainability, aesthetics, and client-specific needs.
Interior Design
Our interior design services focus on creating environments that elevate human interaction and functionality. With expertise in hospitality, corporate, and educational sectors, we combine creativity and technical knowledge to develop cohesive, inspiring interiors. Each project emphasizes material selection, spatial flow, and alignment with client brand identity.
Master Planning
We provide comprehensive master planning for complex sites, integrating long-term vision with practical implementation. Our approach considers environmental context, zoning regulations, and future growth potential. This service ensures cohesive development across multiple phases while maintaining design integrity and functional efficiency.
Concept Design
During concept design, we translate client aspirations into tangible spatial solutions. This phase establishes aesthetic direction, environmental relationships, and functional frameworks. Our team uses creative problem-solving to develop innovative concepts that balance artistic vision with technical feasibility and budgetary considerations.
Construction Documentation
Our detailed construction documentation ensures seamless project execution. This service includes technical drawings, material specifications, and coordination of engineering systems. We maintain rigorous quality control throughout documentation phases to minimize errors and ensure compliance with building codes and regulatory requirements.
People
Lee Norsworthy
Partner, Director of Architecture
With decades of experience in architectural design, Lee leads complex projects emphasizing sustainability and innovation. His expertise spans hospitality and educational facilities, focusing on creating spaces that enhance user experiences through thoughtful design solutions.
Brian Henley
Partner, Director of Design
As a licensed architect and LEED AP professional, Brian drives design excellence across diverse project types. His work focuses on integrating environmental responsibility with aesthetic innovation, particularly in hospitality and commercial architecture sectors.
Chelsea Lavell
Partner, Director of Interior Design
NCIDQ-certified interior design leader specializing in creating functional, inspiring spaces. Chelsea's work emphasizes material innovation and spatial storytelling, with notable projects in hospitality, corporate, and educational environments that prioritize user well-being.
Questions
What architectural services does KGA offer?
We provide full-service architecture including concept design, master planning, construction documentation, and contract administration for hospitality, education, healthcare, and commercial projects.
How does KGA approach the design process?
Our process begins with collaborative visioning sessions to understand client goals, followed by programming, concept development, and detailed design phases with continuous stakeholder engagement.
What industries does KGA specialize in?
We specialize in hospitality, education, healthcare, and commercial architecture, with award-winning projects including casinos, schools, medical facilities, and corporate headquarters.
How long has KGA been in business?
With over 45 years of experience in architectural design, we've been creating innovative spaces since the late 1970s, serving clients across multiple continents.
What sustainability practices does KGA implement?
As LEED AP-certified professionals, we integrate sustainable materials, energy-efficient systems, and environmentally conscious design strategies to minimize ecological impact across all project phases.
