Business Details
Trusted Architectural Design Services in Honolulu, HI
MGA Architecture is a dynamic firm dedicated to exceptional design that honors Hawaiis cultural heritage while embracing progressive innovation. With a team of creative professionals, we offer comprehensive expertise in architecture, interior design, planning, and sustainable strategies across retail, healthcare, commercial, hospitality, and residential sectors. Our architects bring diverse perspectives from local, mainland, and international experiences, serving clients across all Hawaiian islands. We prioritize client collaboration, navigating complex regulatory environments and overcoming challenges like accelerated timelines and pandemic-related delays to deliver award-winning projects.Our commitment to quality is reflected in recognitions such as the Waikiki Improvement Assoc. Hoowehiwehi Award and Pacific Edge Magazines Business Executive of the Year. Clients consistently praise our professionalism, cultural insight, and ability to translate visions into viable, impactful designs that meet both functional and aesthetic goals.
Services
Architecture
Interior Design
Sustainable Design
Project Planning
Healthcare Facilities
Commercial Development
Residential Projects
Hospitality Design
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of local architectural expertise in Hawaii's unique regulatory environment
- Our team provides comprehensive services spanning architecture, interiors, and sustainable design
- Proven success navigating complex permitting processes with state and local agencies
- Specialized knowledge in integrating cultural elements into modern commercial projects
- Award-winning track record with recognitions from Pacific Edge Magazine and NAIOP
What people say
Award-winning designs
Professional expertise
Cultural understanding
Regulatory navigation
Client-focused approach
Services
Architecture
MGA Architecture delivers innovative architectural solutions tailored to Hawaii's unique environment. Our team combines local expertise with international perspectives to create functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces across commercial, residential, and institutional sectors. We specialize in navigating complex regulatory requirements while maintaining design integrity.
Interior Design
Our interior design services focus on creating purposeful, culturally inspired environments that enhance user experience. We balance aesthetic appeal with practical functionality across retail, hospitality, and healthcare settings, ensuring spaces reflect both client needs and local cultural context while maintaining compliance with all regulatory standards.
Sustainable Design
We integrate sustainable design strategies throughout all project phases, minimizing environmental impact while maximizing efficiency. Our approach combines traditional Hawaiian building wisdom with modern eco-friendly technologies to create energy-efficient, environmentally responsible structures that meet contemporary sustainability standards and client operational goals.
Project Planning
Our comprehensive project planning services guide developments from concept to completion. We provide strategic guidance through Hawaii's complex permitting processes, manage timelines and budgets, and coordinate with local authorities to ensure smooth project execution while maintaining design vision and regulatory compliance.
Healthcare Facilities
We specialize in healthcare facility design that balances functionality with patient comfort. Our team understands the unique requirements of medical spaces, creating environments that support efficient operations while incorporating cultural sensitivity and accessibility standards to meet the specific needs of Hawaii's healthcare providers and patients.
People
Matthew Gilbertson
Principal Architect
With extensive experience in Hawaii's architectural landscape, Matthew leads MGA Architecture in delivering culturally sensitive, award-winning designs. His expertise in navigating local regulations and commitment to quality has earned industry recognition, including Pacific Edge Magazine's Business Executive of the Year award.
Questions
What architectural services does MGA offer in Hawaii?
We provide full-service architecture, interior design, sustainable design, and project planning for commercial, healthcare, residential, and hospitality projects across all Hawaiian islands.
How does MGA handle Hawaii's unique building regulations?
Our team has deep expertise in Hawaii's permitting processes, with proven success navigating local and state regulatory requirements for complex developments across multiple industries.
Can MGA work with mainland-based clients?
Yes, we combine mainland construction standards with local knowledge, serving as a bridge between out-of-state developers and Hawaii's specific design requirements and cultural considerations.
What sustainability approaches do you use?
We integrate traditional Hawaiian building practices with modern green technologies to create energy-efficient designs that respect environmental context and meet LEED certification standards.
How do you incorporate cultural elements into designs?
Our team works closely with cultural advisors to ensure designs honor Hawaiian heritage through materials, spatial organization, and symbolic elements that respect local traditions and community values.
