Marvin Flax

A native of the BVI, he believes that architecture should respond carefully to the natural landscape, balancing modern design with a strong respect for the region’s environment and cultural context.

At OBMI, Marvin has played a key role in a number of significant projects throughout the Caribbean. His work includes the Road Harbor Marina mixed-use development, the rebuilding of the Peter Island Resort, Rosewood Little Dix Bay Resort, R.T. O’Neal Central Administration Complex, Althea Scatliffe Primary School, and several high-end residential estates such as the Nora Hazel Point Residences and the Nevaeh residence on Anguilla. Through these projects, he has developed a reputation for thoughtful design and strong project leadership.

Before joining OBMI, Marvin worked with Collins Cooper Carusi Architects in Atlanta, where he contributed to a range of educational facilities, including the University of Georgia’s East Campus residence hall and the Mount Vernon Presbyterian School Glenn Campus. Both projects achieved LEED certification. Earlier in his career, he also gained experience at TVS Design, working on office, convention center, and retail projects.

Marvin holds a Master of Architecture from the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD). He is the current president of the Virgin Islands (UK) Architects and Engineers Association, current board member of the British Virgin Islands Electricity Corporation, and a past president of Rotary Club Sunrise of Road Town in the British Virgin Islands and he remains actively involved in his community.

“When I was in primary school, my grandfather made a point of involving me in the building process – to show me the drawings, and listen to his conversations with architects. Now, I can look back and realize my love for architecture, the smell of concrete, and the idea of building something from the ground up, came from those experiences.”

His interest in architecture began early, inspired by childhood visits to construction sites with his grandfather. Those early experiences fostered a lifelong appreciation for the craft of building and the details that bring architecture to life.