MGA Architecture, LLC is a Hawaii-based full-service architecture firm serving across a diverse array of commercial, retail, hospitality, residential and civic architectural clients and projects. Matt Gilbertson, AIA, NCARB, LEED-AP founded MGA in 2003, parked it for 5 years and officially started the practice in January 2009. Gilbertson has over 30 years of professional experience, the last 22 years almost exclusively in Hawaii, where he has developed a leading design reputation and numerous progressive and award-winning designs throughout Hawaii and beyond. Gilbertson has been a recognized designer, professional and community leader at every stage of his career, both locally and nationally. Highlights include:* PBN "40 under 40"; 2000. * Multiple PBN "Fastest 50" Firm Awards * Numerous AIA Honolulu Committees, Boards, Visioning Design Assistance Teams (VDAT) founder. * Hawaii Architectural Foundation (HAF) Founding Board and Secretary* NAIOP Hawaii Board, Programs Chair; * Chaminade University, Interior Design Advisory Committee & instructor; * UH Manoa School of Architecture guest juror and speaker. * AIA National Positions, Task Forces and Committees including Board of Directors, AIA Honor Awards Jury. * NCARB National Board. * NAAB National Board, Accreditation teams* AIAS National President, BoardSpecialties: Progressive design; sustainable architecture; hospitality; renovations; retail stores and shopping centers; mixed-use commercial and multifamily housing; custom single family and resort homes; timeshare; special project entitlements in Waikiki (WSDD), Kakaako (HCDA) and other complex approval conditions.