who we are
who we are
we believe in making the world a beautiful placeAn award-winning team of architects and designers who believe in making the world a beautiful place and solving problems in an unproblematic way.
Gary Turton | Director
“The Caribbean context, modern architectural ideals, and the way we live, work & play, influence my imagination towards a bold yet harmonious approach to architecture with careful attention to detail.”
Laura Narayansingh | Director
“A country’s architecture is a reflection of its culture. Finding cohesive, nuanced ways of articulating our style as Trinidadian people is the kind of investigating that fuels my work as a designer. “
Ricardo Newallo | Director
“I have a keen appreciation of the patterns in the everyday and the ordinary, and the potential of design to improve anywhere, for anyone, at any budget.”
Kadeem Thomas | Associate Designer
“Problem solving is an integral part of architecture as almost every project brings a unique challenge. As a designer I enjoy finding solutions to complex issues and creating spaces that are functional yet poetic.”
Hayley Dougall | Interior Designer
“Sustainability and human-centered design captivate my interest – it makes us think critically about inclusiveness and the way that designers can create interiors that connect emotionally with individuals.“
Jeffrey Juman | Senior Technician
“I love to see the way buildings are put together and I’m extremely detail-oriented. My role is to turn architectural vision into buildable reality and I have a passion for what I do.”
Karen Gioannetti | Office Manager
“I’m a creative at heart. Before being a part of this amazing team I honed my skills in the banking sector. My role is to keep the creatives in check and keep the wheels turning.”
Mandilee Newton | Consultant
“Architecture has the potential to be powerfully transformative and I’m deeply interested in exploring its ability to find meaningful solutions for sustainable habitation.”
Leniqueca Welcome | Consultant
“It is very important to me to think critically about the built environment. This drove me to pursue a doctorate in anthropology. By gaining a deeper understanding of the effects of the way we design and use space I want to help design a better world.”
our history
1945
1950
First indigenous architectural practice of T&T
Practice repatriates to TT and designs Church of the Assumption, pioneering Caribbean architecture that broke away from American and European influences to create a Trinidadian vernacular. view project
1970
Brian Lewis (son of A.C. Lewis) joins practice
1974
Eric Williams Financial Complex
1981
Hall of Justice
Construction started with only 15 drawings, but there were more than 3,000 by completion. read more
2000
2005
2009
Publishes Manikin: The Art & Architecture of Anthony C. Lewis
2015
2017
2019
TTIA 65th Anniversary awards
Office Building; Large Commercial Project (over 20,000 sq. ft.) – Winner
The Scale House; Small Commercial Project (under 20,000 sq. ft.) – Winner
Côté Ci Côté La; Residential Project (under 5,000 sq. ft.) – Honourable Mention
2020
