Our Story
New Jersey Architecture Firm est. 2011
At GRA design studio, we work closely with our clients to understand their unique needs and goals. We take a collaborative approach to design, involving our clients in the creative process to ensure that their vision is realized. Our design process is iterative, and we always strive to refine and improve our work until it meets our clients' expectations.
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Our team is composed of experienced architectural designers with diverse backgrounds and skill sets. We are constantly learning and staying up-to-date with the latest design trends and technologies to ensure that our designs are innovative and cutting-edge. We also value sustainability and ethics in design, and we strive to create designs that are environmentally responsible and socially conscious.
Meet The Team
Gregory Ralph
Founder & Principal
Certificate: R.A., Drone License, AIA, NCARB
Fun Fact About Yourself: I am a hiker and amateur photographer
John Buchholz
Principal Architect
Certificate: Licensed Architect in several states, AIA, Leed AP, NCARB, Certified interior designer
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Fun Fact About Yourself: Everything I design I can build, from footings to roofing.
Nikhil Korde
Studio Director
Certificate: Registered Architect
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Danielle St Laurent
Team Lead: Client Relations & Development Manager
Certificate: N/A
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Roxanna Ziolkowski
Team Leads: Project Architect
Certificate: N/A
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Fun Fact About Yourself: I am a weekend crafter.
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Matthew Holz
Team Leads: Project Architect
Certificate: N/A
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Fun Fact About Yourself: I have an entry in IMDB.
Corey Buchholz
Team Leads: Project Architect
Certificate: LEED AP; NCARB; Registered Architect
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Fun Fact About Yourself: My wife and I are wedding and event photographers.
Irene Farag
Team Leads: Project Architect
Certificate: Registered Architect NJ. LEED AP
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Fun Fact About Yourself: Enjoy meeting new people.
Erica Martins
Architectural Designer
Certificate: N/A
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Fun Fact About Yourself: I love interior design/ decoration.
Priyal Deshpande
Architectural Designer
Certificate: N/A
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Fun Fact About Yourself: I speak five languages and practice mindfulness.
Joseph Cavanaugh
Architectural Designer
Certificate: Certificate in Landscape Design
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Fun Fact About Yourself: I am a Harry Potter enthusiast.
Michael Nenna
Permitting
Certificate: N/A
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Fun Fact About Yourself: I love Magic the Gathering.
Maggi Filoramo
Architectural Designer
Certificate: N/A
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Kai Peters
Permitting
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Fun Fact About Yourself: I like gardening!
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Sarah Petrone
Accounting & Human Resources
Certificate: MBA
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Fun Fact About Yourself: I can juggle with three balls.
Tiffany Chin
Marketing Associate
Certificate: N/A
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Fun Fact About Yourself: I was a breakdancer!
Our Clients
