At its annual Design Excellence Awards, the Georgia Institute of Technology College of Design recognized May Architecture Founding Principal and Georgia Tech Alumni, Gil May, with the Distinguished Design Excellence Award.
The award honors alumni whose careers reflect sustained contributions to the design profession, leadership within the field, and a lasting impact on society through thoughtful, engaged practice. Gil’s career exemplifies these values, challenging convention while advancing architecture as a catalyst for meaningful change in communities across the country.
This recognition from the academic community that helped shape his path underscores the enduring influence of design education and its role in pushing the profession forward. It is a powerful reminder that bold ideas, when grounded in purpose and rigor, can elevate both practice and impact.
We are proud to celebrate this moment and the leadership, vision, and conviction that continue to define May Architecture.
