Founding Principal, President, GMK Architects, Inc.
Vice President, HGK Construction Management
Air Force Vietnam Veteran, Special Services Engineer 1973 – 1978.
Magna Cum Laude, University of Kansas, Bachelor of Science Degree in Architecture.
NCARB certificate holder and a registered architect in the State of Missouri since 1986.
American Institute of Architects (AIA), Missouri and Kansas City AIA.
During his professional career with architectural firms in Dallas, Texas and Kansas City, Missouri, Stephen has gained extensive knowledge in the design, Construction Documents, Construction Administration and Construction Management phases of the industry. While his experience includes a wide range of building types he has developed a special interest in:
Religious Facilities
Retail Center
Community Centers
Private Clubs, Dining Facilities
Condominiums and Apartment Complexes
Fire Stations
L. GEORGE MILLS, AIA, EMERITUS
Principal, CEO, GMK Architects, Inc.
Graduate of the University of California, Bachelor of Science Degree in Architecture.
Licensed in Missouri and Kansas, American Institute of Architects (AIA).
AIA Kansas; AIA Kansas City, served as Legislative Committee Chairman.
“National Award of Special Merit”, Society of American Registered Architects (ARA).
Past President Missouri Council of ARA, Society of American Registered Architects (ARA).
George brings to the firm over fifty years of diversified experience including, twelve years as Chief Architect for a Fortune 400 Corporation, and five years as Assistant chief Architect with a large International Firm. George has held leadership roles in Civic and Community Organizations throughout his professional life and has received numerous community service awards. His experience covers almost all building types with particular emphasis on:
Religious Facilities
Retail Centers
Multi-Family Housing
Housing for the Elderly
Military Facilities Design for New and Renovation Projects
EDWARD M. KEATING, JR.
Principal, Vice President, GMK Architects, Inc.
President, HGK Construction Management, Inc.
1973 Graduate of Kansas State University, Bachelor of Science Degree in Architecture.
NCARB certificate holder, licensed in Iowa, Kansas, New York and Pennsylvania.
Edward brings to the firm over twenty-five years of diversified experience in both the architectural and construction industries. During his professional career he has held a managing partner position in architectural firms in Bartlesville Oklahoma and Kansas City, Missouri. He has also served as general manager for one of Kansas City's largest design/build general contracting firms with completed projects in over 30 states. He has been directly involved in the design and construction of over forty projects varying in size and cost from $500.000 and 10,000 sq. ft. to $12 million and 650,000 sq. ft. His experience covers a wide array of building types with special emphasis on:
Educational Facilities
Bulk Warehousing Facilities
Manufacturing/Industrial Facilities
Retail Center
Religious Buildings
Athletic Facilities
Physical Fitness Centers
Retail Facilities
A complete list of representative projects is available from all partners upon request.
