ABOUT US
Established in 2023 by Grant and Jade Murphy, GM Design Studio (GMDS) is built on a foundation of meticulous attention to detail and a holistic collaborative approach involving clients, design teams, and contractors. Our philosophy centers on leveraging the strengths of each entity, recognizing that landscape architecture often resides at the intersection of these forces. With a robust track record in managing diverse projects, including residential gardens, multifamily developments, traditional neighborhood developments, parks, civic spaces, transportation systems, streetscapes, burial grounds, and historic landscapes, our firm brings both the technical knowledge and experience to thoughtfully design and showcase any project. GMDS offers landscape architecture and land planning services across varying levels of complexity, guided by an ethos of delivering value to all those engaging with our designs, be it a family or the wider public.
DESIGN SERVICES
MASTER PLANNING
Crafting comprehensive visions for spaces, spanning from residential to regional parks, by blending the natural and built environment, functionality, and aesthetics with desired programmatic elements.
SCHEMATIC DESIGN
From small-scale residential courtyards and gardens to outdoor kitchens, commercial pools, parks, and more, we seamlessly merge interior and exterior spaces, optimizing the full potential of each project through an iterative and collaborative design process.
MULTI-MODAL TRANSPORTATION
Envision and illustrate alternative transportation systems that accommodate various modes, including walking, cycling, and public transit, fostering connectivity throughout the community.
LAND PLANNING
Transforming conceptual visions into community-driven comprehensive masterplans. With a meticulous approach to spatial organization with the natural environment, we thoughtfully integrate the desired program/product, striking a delicate balance between optimal yield and the creation of desired, livable spaces.
VISUALIZATION SERVICES
Offering comprehensive 3D visualization services, we specialize in creating compelling perspective images, dynamic video fly-throughs, and promotional materials. Our visualizations serve various purposes, from securing funding to crafting impactful advertisements and presentations.
CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS
Transforming the concept into reality, we develop detailed plans, specifications, and construction drawings ensuring an accurate implementation of the design.
CONSTRUCTION OBSERVATION
Monitoring the construction phase, we offer observation services to ensure the project aligns with the detailed plans and specifications, providing valuable insights throughout the building process