Andrew Adkison, AIA

Associate Principal + Senior Design Leader

Texas A&M University / The University of Texas at Arlington

Don’t hesitate to reach out! I can answer questions about our work or talk with you about your vision for a new project.

    A black and white portrait of Andrew Adkison, an Associate Principal and Senior Design Leader with GFF, in front of a white background.
    Andrew Adkison is an Associate Principal and Senior Design Leader with GFF.

    Mr. Adkison is a 2007 graduate of the University of Texas at Arlington with a Master of Architecture, and a 2003 graduate of Texas A&M University with a Bachelor of Environmental Design. Andrew is a registered architect in the state of Texas. He was honored to receive the AIA School Medal and The Certificate of Merit from the University of Texas at Arlington. He also received a Merit award for a team entry into the Dallas Center for Architecture office space in 2008 and a first place award for a team entry into the “A Temporary Façade: Veiling the Statler Hilton” competition in 2009.

    Andrew joined GFF in 2007 and has worked on a range of project types from large scale office buildings to a residential scale nature and wetlands center. His area of expertise is architectural visualization and design, and he specializes in a broad spectrum of media to assist clients in visualizing their project from hand drawn marker sketches to high quality photorealistic animations. He is a co-founder of GFF Media, a division of GFF specializing in providing the highest quality imagery with cutting edge technology. He is an Associate Principal, Senior Design Leader and Director of Visualization.

    Our firm is a dynamic and multi-disciplinary practice with expertise in ArchitectureInterior Design, Landscape Architecture, and Planning. With a staff of 126 and offices spanning across Dallas, Fort Worth, and Austin, we bring a Texas-sized commitment to design excellence. We pride ourselves on attracting the most talented and passionate designers who share our dedication to craftsmanship and professional licensure. Over four decades, we have meticulously honed our design process, encapsulated in our guiding Design Maxims. Not only are we creators, but we are stewards of the communities we touch, striving to leave them even better than we found them.

    At our core, we’re a team that thrives on innovation, and we’re always on the lookout for new talent to join us in building upon our storied success. We offer an exhilarating, fast-paced work environment where design opportunities abound at every level. Our firm culture is designed to be both productive and enjoyable, where collaboration and creativity are not just encouraged but celebrated. Our three strategically located offices in vibrant areas like Uptown in Dallas, West Bend in Fort Worth, and downtown Austin offer a lifestyle beyond the office, ensuring that your career with us is complemented by the fun and excitement of these dynamic urban locales. Join us, and let’s shape the future of design together.

    Our People

    Our firm is a dynamic and multi-disciplinary practice with expertise in architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, and planning.

    Jason Cave

    Associate Principal + Director of Civic Practice

    Ricardo Montoya

    Principal + Director of Technical Resources

    Aaron Hunt

    Associate Principal + Managing Director – Fort Worth

    Our Work

    Our designers are dedicated to Creating Memorable Places.

    News

    Read the latest news about our work and learn more about our firm culture

    2nd Annual Portfolio Workshop

    GFF is hosting it's second annual FREE Portfolio Workshop to assist students in navigating the conceptual and practical aspects of portfolio design and assembly. The virtual workshop will take place on May 31, 2024 followed by an in-person workshop on June 7, 2024 in our Dallas office.

    Turning On A New Light

    We are excited to start 2024 with a new logo, inspired by our new headquarters in the heart of the vibrant Victory Park neighborhood of Dallas. This transition is more than just a change of logo and address; it is an improved reflection of who we are and where we want to go as an industry-leading, design-focused firm.

    Designing Spaces that Reflect Our Clients’ Mission

    In honor of Historic Preservation Month, GFF will be a Bronze Sponsor for the 2023 Preservation Dallas Preservation Achievement Awards on May 17th, 2023.

    Life Fellowship Church Unveils Newly Transformed Campus

    GFF developed a new comprehensive campus master plan for Life Fellowship Church (LFC) located in McKinney, Texas, which includes renovation and expansion of their current campus to include a 1,200-seat future worship center, a weekday preschool, additional adult classrooms, and an administrative suite on a very compact site.

    About

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    People

    Our staff of 140 offers architecture, interior design, planning and landscape architecture throughout the US

    New Project Opportunities

    Please contact us if you are a prospective client with a new project opportunity that you would like to discuss with out experts.

    We Are Hiring!

    We offer a dynamic and stimulating work environment, competitive salary/benefits and advancement potential at all levels for Architects, Interior Designers, Landscape Architects, Planners and our Operations Team.

    Sustainability

    GFF carefully considers the resources of our clients and our planet to create healthier, higher performing environments.