Preface
At GMC, we believe in community, collaboration and using the power of creativity and hard work to make a difference - in our hearts, homes, city, nation and world. We believe in hope, progress, beauty, and big ideas. We believe that people like us, need us. We are not just an engineering firm. We are not just architects. We are artists, designers, thinkers, doers, makers, and storytellers dedicated to doing great work, for good. We partner with passionate and like-minded individuals, businesses, organizations, and causes that have aggressive hopes and goals for tomorrow and beyond. Dreaming big is the only way to make big dreams come true, and we know that our solutions can only be as great as the people we serve. Communities are built by people, not companies. And it is that foundational concept that drives how we approach every project, big or small. Because it’s the passion and drive of individuals that feeds the growth and development of what’s next. Together, we will be smart. We will be relevant. We will be meaningful. We will be kind, supportive, enthusiastic and – at the very least – the very best we can be. We are – and will continue to be – a collaborative organization driven by the power of building better, happier, healthier, thriving communities. And we are committed to working with folks who share our vision for realizing their full potential, because we know that great engineering and architecture helps make communities better, for everyone.
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Communities.
Who is Goodwyn Mills Cawood?
Goodwyn Mills Cawood (GMC) is one of the largest architecture and engineering firms in the region with offices across the Southeast. Whether designing schools, parks, hospitals and other commercial developments, or providing clean water, safe streets and protecting endangered environments, GMC takes great pride in serving our communities through the transformative work we do. Every project is guided by the foundational concept that communities are built by people, not companies, and we strive to serve our communities with quality, integrity, creativity and care. GMC is equipped to provide all of the services associated with architecture, interior design, civil engineering, environmental services, landscape architecture, planning, transportation engineering, geotechnical engineering,
Our offices are strategically located throughout the Southeastern United States.
Placing our offices in these locations allows our firm to adapt to the local culture and develop closer relationships with the cities, communities, and surrounding areas.
electrical engineering, surveying and disaster recovery. We provide services to a diverse group of public and private sector clients, including county and municipal governments, federal and state agencies, private corporations, industries and developers.
GMC offers creative solutions to complex challenges. Our staff recognizes that if a project is to be successful, it must first meet the needs of the client. Therefore, we work with each client individually to assure satisfaction in all areas of each project including a functional design and a project within budget. Measuring our success by our many accomplishments, we have a proven track record of meeting a client’s design needs economically, efficiently, and in the time frame outlined by the client. AT A GLANCE
Our team gathered the data for the master plan by conducting a comprehensive sidewalk assessment utilizing simple tools like a smart level and measuring tape alongside a Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) receiver in a backpack and an iPad to document and photograph the existing conditions of 1,010.2 miles of sidewalks with sub-foot accuracy.
600+ Professionals on Staff 26 Offices in the Southeast
+$1 Billion Construction Projects Annually
OFFICE LOCATIONS
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Our Disciplines
Our Comprehensive Approach
GMC is one of the most comprehensive architecture and engineering firms in the Southeast. Our multi-disciplined in-house team of professionals is equipped to provide all of the services associated with architecture, electrical, engineering, environmental, geotechnical, interior design, landscape architecture, planning, surveying and transportation.
By having multiple disciplines under one roof, we are able to streamline communication, improve efficiency and enhance the quality of service to our clients. GMC’s integrated team provides a depth of expertise that allows us to capture the “big picture” and understand the details a project entails. Utilizing our comprehensive approach, we look at
each project from many vantage points to identify creative solutions.
While the company has evolved tremendously since its launch in 1947, our founding principles remain a vital part of our daily operations. GMC is – and will continue to be – a collaborative organization driven by the power of building better, happier, healthier, thriving communities. Our multi-disciplined approach assures a broad base of knowledge on which to develop strategies for both short- and long-term growth that are not only efficient, but culturally appropriate and environmentally accountable. Every project, big or small, is guided by recognizing that great engineering and architecture helps make communities better, for everyone.
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Architecture
Creating spaces as inspiring as they are functional.
Whether designing city halls, county admin buildings, fire stations, public works facilities, corporate offices, higher education buildings, K-12 schools, healthcare facilities, hotels and resorts or restaurants, GMC’s architects and interior designers aim to elevate spaces with great design and involved client feedback. Our process is deeply rooted in merging form and function and balancing the formal needs of the project with raw inspiration. Every space has a distinct story to tell, and we work hand-in-hand with our clients from the beginning stages of design all the way through final construction to achieve their vision. We seek to first understand the “must-haves,” and then translate those desires into the most functional, yet cost-effective design solutions. Utilizing tried-andtrue best practices, coupled with current trends and philosophies, we bring perspective, expertise and our belief that design cultivates a true sense of place to every project.
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Bottom Left: Athens Recreation Center
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Middle: AC Hotel by Marriott
Bottom Right: Pelham Recreation Center
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ARCHITECTURE
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INTERIOR DESIGN
Interior Design
Creating inspired spaces with form and function in mind.
Whether designing city halls, county admin buildings, fire stations, public works facilities, corporate offices, higher education buildings, K-12 schools, healthcare facilities, hotels and resorts or restaurants, GMC’s interior designers aim to elevate spaces with color, texture, shape and lines that work in tandem to yield timeless results. Design should tell the unique story of a place, and we work with each client from beginning to end to create distinctive experiences. We stay up-to-date with trends in color, finishes, furniture, and building products, and strive to create transformative spaces that are balanced and purposeful. GMC Interior Design brings fresh perspective, creative expertise and a belief that a well-designed space contributes to overall wellbeing, a person’s health and safety, and can be a true source of inspiration.
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t Top Left: Jones Walker Office
Bottom Left: Jones Walker Office Meeting Room with Expandable Space.
Top Right: RSA Grand Hotel Renovations
Middle: Pelham Public Library
Bottom Right: UAB Arts & Sciences University Hall
INTERIOR DESIGN
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INTERIOR DESIGN
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Community Planning
Our comprehensive approach to community planning, design and development recognizes that places are greater than the sum of individual parts.
Recognizing the importance of making all of the right connections and adding value to individual projects, GMC Community Planning, Landscape Architecture, Architecture and Engineering work together to build cohesive communities and great spaces to live, work and play. These exceptional areas result from the collaboration of planning and design professionals working with the public and private sectors, cities and counties, developers and business interests, not-for profit organizations, as well as state and federal representatives.
GMC strives to achieve creative solutions and cost effective results for community and town master planning and design, neighborhood and town center revitalization, community facility planning and design, greenspace and park planning, complete street planning and design, campus planning, mixed-use and sustainable communities, and economic development. Our expertise includes smart coding, zoning and design guidelines, as well as public-private financing required to achieve comprehensive results.
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Left & Right: Grow Gadsden Community Meeting
Civil Engineering
Building community infrastructure has been the bread and butter of our business since 1947.
Originally established in 1947 as a civil engineering company, GMC’s experience covers a vast portfolio of civil projects across the Southeast. Our Civil Engineering staff consists of seasoned Professional Engineers capable of providing the services necessary to complete any size project.
Engineering services available include:
• Boundary and Topographic Surveys
• Residential, Commercial, Educational and Industrial Land Planning
• Municipal Planning and Design
• Water & Sewer Modeling
• Biological Modeling
Civil Engineering Design and Construction Administration for:
• Residential Developments
• Commercial and Office Developments
• Industrial Planning & Development
• Institutional and Educational Facilities
• Street, Sidewalk and Drainage Projects
• Parks and Recreation Projects
• Linear Utility Projects
• Water and Wastewater Treatment
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Top Left: Buffalo Rock Distribution Facility
Bottom Left: Seneca Water Treatment Plant
Top Right: Anderson Regional Joint Water System
Advanced Oxidation Process Study and Upgrade
Middle: Fayetteville GA Whitewater Creek WWTP
Bottom Right: NASA SLS Test Stand
Parks & Recreation
The beauty of greenspace is in the joy we receive by being surrounded by nature.
At GMC we believe in the value and power of “Building Communities.” Vital to their success, communities need vibrant and engaging park and recreational facilities. GMC designs these spaces that serve as important interactive areas for cities, towns and neighborhoods, utilizing a comprehensive park planning approach to fulfill the needs of a community. The goal is to preserve and create greenspaces that promote healthy and active lifestyles. They invite people of all ages to come together to live, work and play. From parks, recreational facilities, bike paths and walking trails, to campuses, streetscapes, and mixeduse developments, our team is passionate about spaces that enhance the community and improve quality of life through planning and design.
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u Top Right: Flint River Greenway and Trail Middle and Bottom Right: Hoover Met Complex Fields and Inclusive Playground and Splashpad”
Montgomery Whitewater Park
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Sports
Championship programs are defined by what makes them exceptional, not typical, and we believe the same rings true for design.
Teamwork, communication and an integrated process are part of every project. Through our broad and diverse experience, we have learned that nothing can be pre-determined or off-the-shelf. Every sport and team has unique demands and goals for their facilities, and every project we design is tailored to meet those specific needs and achieve the desired vision.
Sports and recreational facilities are an integral part of the community, whether designed to support a major collegiate athletic program or a local little league team. With several former athletes comprising our team of specialists, we offer a unique perspective and unprecedented level of expertise. Get in the game with GMC Sports.
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Top Left: Auburn University Track & Soccer Facility
Bottom Left and Top Right: Clemson University Softball Stadium
Top Right: Auburn University Women’s Basketball Locker Renovation
Middle Right: Bear Levin Studer Family YMCA
Bottom Right: Clemson University Reeves Football Complex
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Softball Stadium
