GBA Architecture (Glick-Boehm) is an architecture firm in Charleston, SC. The multi-disciplinary design firm provides services in architectural design, interior design, master planning, and building envelope expertise. Serving clients throughout the Southeast, the firm manages a diverse portfolio that includes commercial, hospitality, automotive, retail, office, industrial, municipal, K-12, higher education, multifamily, and custom residential projects.
Established in 1981, the firm has evolved from its origins in Kiawah residential and resort work into a comprehensive design practice. The team is driven by a vision to create environmentally sustainable designs that elevate the human spirit through innovation and community service. Led by principals Shawn Mellin and James (Billy) Bishop, the interdisciplinary team of 14 includes NCARB-certified professionals capable of providing national licensing flexibility. Their expertise spans the entire project lifecycle, from feasibility studies and site analyses to construction administration and engineering integration.
The firm is located on King Street, near the Charleston School of Law and the Children's Museum of the Lowcountry. The office is situated a short walk from the Warren Place Garden and the Rev. Clementa Pinckney Memorial Mural.
GBA Architecture is recognized for its commitment to technical excellence and its ability to deliver meaningful, high-quality design solutions. The firm maintains a reputation for providing personal service and adding value beyond standard architectural offerings, ensuring that every project is both creative and responsible.
GBA Architecture provides thoughtful, sustainable design solutions for diverse communities throughout the Southeast and Charleston.
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