Equine Architecture
Riverlands Equestrian Facility: Pemberton Valley, Vancouver
Located north of Vancouver in the beautiful Pemberton Valley, with breathtaking views to Mount Currie and Face Mountain, this private equestrian facility focuses on the breeding and training of Dressage horses.
Equine Architecture
Marvine Ranch: Weatherford, Texas
As the Equine Consultant, every aspect of this ranch was custom designed, from the steel structural elements to the pasture loafing sheds to the unique stall systems for the barns.
Equine Architecture
Warm Springs Ranch: Anheuser-Busch Breeding Facility
Master planning and full architecture services were provided for Anheuser-Busch’s breeding facility. The site includes a 20,000 SF breeding stable with 16’ x 20’ foaling stalls, breeding area, veterinary lab, and upstairs apartment for 24/7 monitoring.
Equine Architecture
Tulsa County Expo Square Fairgrounds
Following the passage of the VisionTulsa citywide bond issue, Expo Square is expanding and renovating its current facility. GH2 is currently providing programming, planning, design, and construction administration services for a new equine facility, event plaza, signage, and event stage for the Fairgrounds.
The Authority on Equine Design
Passionate about horses and animal care, the GH2 Equine team designs some of the nation’s finest equine and livestock facilities. We raise the bar for sophistication, safety, functionality, and efficiency in equine master planning and design worldwide. What sets GH2 apart is that we’re not just architects — we’re active equestrians and facility users ourselves. This firsthand experience means deeper industry insight and direct feedback we pass on to every client.
PROJECTS
ARENAS
Riverlands: The main barn, with its heavy timber construction, vaulted wood ceilings and European style stall systems, provides an inspiring and healthy environment for both horses and people.
SHOW FACILITIES
This nearly 129,000-square-foot equine facility in Tulsa, OK sits along the side of the Fair Meadows racetrack and contains 384 Slide-N’ Glide style stalls aiding in an efficient turn-over between events.
VETERINARY
58,000-square-foot College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences facility on the University of Minnesota's St. Paul Campus.
STALL BARNS
The Marvine Ranch includes a 22-stall training barn, a 12-stall mare barn, an indoor arena and a hydrotherapy barn complete with submerged aqua-treadmill and solarium.
Equine Project Focus
As both architects and equestrians, we bring unique knowledge to every project — backed by insights from daily use and connections with leading industry professionals.
Equine Design & Planning Services
We provide comprehensive equine facility master planning—from barns, arenas, and pastures to roads, manure management, and fire safety—helping new or existing facilities align big-picture goals with efficient operations, safety and cohesive design. GH2 delivers unique design solutions with services tailored to the needs of each project and property.
Programming
Utilizing the information we gather during our kick-off consultation, we will develop a program which will include the spaces, quantities and sizes for each facility planned as well as notes regarding preferred materials and equipment to be incorporated in each facility.
Master Planning
The properties where we keep our horses are so much more than a stall barn. They include roadways, pathways, turnouts/pastures, arenas, storage buildings — the list goes on! Planning your entire site can reduce upfront costs in the long-term. Knowing where to place buildings, arenas and pastures.
Learn MoreConcept Design
As we work with you to develop a master plan, we also develop the concept design for your facilities. This process gets underway by developing floor plan diagrams that consist of basic “thumbnail” sketches or layout options.
Renderings and Animation
As we develop a Concept Design, we can also develop 3D renderings that are color images that indicate basic architecture, proposed materials, and entourage such as horses, people, landscape elements, and vehicles. GH2 can also prepare conceptual animations or “fly-throughs” of the proposed project.
Architectural Services
Once master planning is complete, we dive deeper into design details! Schematic design takes the master plan documents a step further. During schematic design, we meet to determine materials, finishes, specifics on stalls, feed rooms, tack rooms (and so on) and include drawings and 3D.
Construction Cost Estimating
As we develop a master plan and conceptual design, we also provide construction cost estimating services. Starting to develop budget numbers early in the process allows you, as the client, to see the estimated total project cost and make decisions that are right for you and your budget.
Construction Administration Services
It is good for your architect to remain involved during the construction of your project. Our services include various administrative duties, including interpreting the construction documents and responding to the construction professional’s questions.
Meet Your Equine Design Team
KALA ADE, AIA
Principal, Equine Practice Director
Kala leads GH2’s equine practice, bringing a strategic, solutions-driven approach that elevates both design and performance. Known for solving complex planning challenges, she aligns operational efficiency, site strategy, and architectural expression to support each client’s goals. Her work includes veterinary hospitals, university equine centers, private estates, riding clubs, show venues, and breeding farms. Kala integrates functionality, safety, and refined aesthetics—setting a high standard for the industry.
Licensed in KS
JAMIE PRASHAW, AIA, EDAC, LEED AP BD+C, FEAR FREE CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL
Associate Principal
With nearly 20 years of experience across healthcare, laboratory, and veterinary design, Jamie brings a refined, performance-driven approach to equine architecture at GH2. A lifelong equestrian and active member of the United States Hunter Jumper Association and National Western Stock Show Association, she pairs technical skill with firsthand insight into equine behavior and care. Her projects reflect a thoughtful balance of high design, operational efficiency, and the distinct vision of each client.
Licensed in CO
LAURA WALSH
Senior Business Development Director
Laura develops and nurtures relationships within our equine practice. With a background in marketing and business administration in the architecture industry, she excels at building strategic partnerships and identifying new opportunities. Laura is a member of the National Western Stock Show Association and serves on the Board of Directors for the Colorado Horse Council and the Equine Heritage Foundation.