Garvin Design Group
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Garvin Design Group is a full service architecture, interiors, and planning firm in South Carolina.
Winner of AIA South Carolina’s prestigious Firm Award in 2019, Garvin Design Group has proudly served the state of South Carolina since 2003. Garvin Design Group commands a portfolio of architecture, interior design, and planning work that includes higher education, multifamily residential, hospitality, K12 education, commercial and retail, and religious project types. Our clients say our commitment to collaborative design, ability to anticipate potential project challenges, and fun-loving attitude make us their go-to design partners. Historic projects and messy renovations are a particular area of expertise for our firm: we have earned more than 24 awards for historic preservation/adaptive reuse. We know firsthand how challenging these projects can be: we designed the comprehensive rehabilitation of Columbia’s historic AIS building (now known as Gervais Place) that now houses our studio and other businesses. Our in-house historic consulting and design services help project teams successfully pursue federal, state, and local tax credits for historic preservation and adaptive reuse. Our firm of 23 people is strategically located in the heart of Columbia’s historic Vista arts and entertainment district but we work all over the state of South Carolina. From the Lowcountry to the Upstate, from small retail upfit projects to major, large-scale historic mill rehabilitation, Garvin Design Group is proud of the role we have played in the state’s continued success.
10/05/2026
Happy birthday to our Marketing Director and Preservation Consultant, Meg! We are so grateful to have you as a part of the GDG family, and we hope you celebrate all week long!
Today, we joined our project partners Hood Construction and Flad Architects at Coastal Carolina University for the groundbreaking of the Health and Human Performance Center!
This exciting event marks a major milestone for the project and for CCU. We can’t wait to see the impact this new facility will have on the campus and community for years to come.
09/30/2026
Happy second anniversary to our Office Manager, Kate! For the past two years, she’s been keeping our office running smoothly and supporting our team. We’re so grateful for all that Kate brings to the GDG family!
09/24/2026
Transformation of a midcentury dormitory at USC created a modern student living experience at Patterson Hall, featuring suite-style housing for 560 students, vibrant gathering spaces, classrooms, a computer lab, and student support areas. Key structural upgrades and sustainable design elements - including green roofs, louvers, and trellises – gave this old building new life while achieving LEED Gold Certification.
The Patterson Hall project won a Preservation Award from Historic Columbia and an Exemplary Project Award from the US Green Buildings Council – South Carolina chapter in 2013, and an AIA South Carolina COTE Honor Award in 2014. In the words of the 2014 AIA South Carolina awards jury: “it’s a building we’d hit the brakes for.”
09/23/2026
Happy birthday to our beloved colleague, Michael Caraballo! We hope your day is filled with plenty of celebration, and we’re so glad to have you as part of the GDG family. Cheers to another great year!
09/23/2026
A huge congratulations to our very own Scott Garvin, a 2026 SCBIZ Icon Honoree!
The SCBIZ Icon Honors program recognizes South Carolina leaders who have demonstrated notable success and strong leadership both within and beyond their chosen fields. Honorees’ careers reflect a commitment to building, leading, and giving back to their communities.
We’re incredibly proud to see Scott’s achievements recognized in this way, and we are grateful for everything he brings to our firm and our community. Congratulations, Scott!
09/21/2026
Located in Columbia’s West Gervais Street Historic District, the Columbia SC Visitors Center was designed to honor its historic surroundings while providing a welcoming, modern destination for visitors to the city.
From carefully selected brick that complements the surrounding historic buildings to the transparent “glass box” tucked beneath the historic Lincoln Street canopy, every detail was designed to respect the district's character while creating a distinctly contemporary experience.
The project earned Historic Columbia’s 2019 Preservation Award for New Construction in a Historic Context. Today, the Visitors Center serves as a welcoming starting point for exploring Columbia’s past, present, and future.
09/18/2026
Happy 20th anniversary to our beloved colleague, Steve Layne! Steve has been an incredible part of the GDG family for two decades, and we can’t imagine our team without him. We’re so thankful for everything he brings to GDG each day. Here’s to celebrating 20 years of Steve!
A little more teal for your Tuesday.
CCU’s signature color is woven throughout the interior of the new Health and Human Performance building, creating a palette that’s bold, bright, and full of school spirit.
09/09/2026
Happy birthday to two very important members of our GDG family, David and Steve! We hope you both have an amazing birthday and a week filled with plenty of celebration. We’re so grateful for all that you bring to our team and hope you both feel extra celebrated today and all week long!
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1209 Lincoln Street
Columbia, SC
29201
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| Monday | 8am - 6pm |
| Tuesday | 8am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 8am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 8am - 6pm |
| Friday | 8am - 12pm |
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