GMD Design Group

GMD Design Group is an architecture firm in Duluth, GA, specializing in residential design and land planning for communities across the United States. The firm offers services including design charrettes, community design, value engineering, and custom home development, with expertise in low-, medium-, and high-density housing, active senior living, and clubhouses. Founded in 2009 by Donnie McGrath and Scott Gardner, the company brings over 75 years of combined experience in regional and national design, focusing on creating timeless, cost-efficient solutions that deliver long-term value. GMD Design Group serves builders and developers nationwide, with projects in 34 states and collaborations with nine of the top 20 national builders listed by Builder Magazine.

The firm emphasizes a collaborative approach, rooted in listening to client goals and working as a team to deliver innovative design solutions. It has earned more than 90 regional and national design awards in the housing industry. In 2014, GMD Design Group expanded into separate entities across Georgia, the Carolinas, and California, each operating under the same core principles of design excellence and client partnership. The company maintains a national presence through six office locations, supporting projects from coast to coast with a consistent focus on affordability, value, and visionary design.

GMD Design Group is recognized for its ability to balance creative vision with practical, economically sound solutions, making it a trusted partner in residential development. Its work reflects a deep commitment to innovation, collaboration, and the long-term success of the communities it helps shape.