Giovanni Geremia
Principal, Architect
M.Arch., MAA, AIBC, AAA, SAA, OAA, MRAIC
education
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Master of Architecture, University of Manitoba
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Bachelor of Arts & Science, University of Lethbridge
professional affiliations
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Manitoba Association of Architects
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Architectural Institute of British Columbia
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Saskatchewan Association of Architects
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Ontario Association of Architects
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Alberta Association of Architects
awards
2014 Heritage Winnipeg Special President's Award - 511 River Avenue
2006 Heritage Preservation Award Recognition - Monk
Residence
2003 Preservation Award for Excellence; Distinguished Service Award - Save the Eaton's Building Coalition, Dedication and Vigorous Efforts to Preserve a Building of Great
Historical and Architectural Significance
1990 Preservation Award for Excellence - Relocation +
Restoration of the Kerr House
1989 The Manitoba Association of Architects Award for
Excellence in Architecture
1989 Preservation Award for Excellence - Architectural
Conservation of St. Charles Church
1984 Premier's Award for Design (Honourable Mention) -
Inner City Infill Housing for Manitoba Housing + Renewal Corporation
profile
Giovanni is a founding partner of gw architecture inc. and brings more than 30 years of experience to our team. He was born in Italy and came to Canada at the age of 10. In 1982, Mr. Geremia established the architectural practice that bears his name. He practiced under this company until partnering with Brian Wall in 2009 to form GW Architecture Inc.
He has been involved with the RAIC Syllabus Program for over 25 years as Provincial Coordinator for the first 20 years and as a Mentor since. Mr. Geremia served on the City of Winnipeg Historic Buildings Committee for five years.
He also has been involved as a crew leader and a house leader in Habitat for Humanity Jimmy Carter Work Projects in Winnipeg and Los Angeles. Many of his projects have been featured in local and national newspapers, magazines and other media.

Fascinating Facts
Giovanni had breakfast with President Jimmy Carter, on more than one occasion.
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Giovanni has driven over and under the North Atlantic.
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Giovanni was born in a small town named San Giovanni in Galdo, Italy; he was a shepherd before moving to Canada. He returns to his home town annually.
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Giovanni and his business partner, Brian, import wine from Campobasso, Italy for distribution in Manitoba.