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Civic & Cultural — Planning

By emphasizing a pedestrian-first design and integrating diverse uses across multiple blocks, the transformation repositions the Farmers Market as a vital piece of downtown Dallas

Dallas Farmers Market

Dallas, Texas

Daytime view of the central courtyard at the Center for the Arts, featuring stepped lawn seating, shaded trees, and transparent ground-floor façades that connect interior studios to outdoor gathering spaces.

A layered campus for creative work, shaped by sound, space, and community

Center for the Arts

Dallas, Texas / Unbuilt

Architectural rendering of a public broadcast center with an amphitheater and large screen in Downtown Dallas.

GFF’s design for the broadcast facility responds to its unique topographic and urban context, carving out moments of pause, projection, and public connection along the Katy Trail

Public Broadcast Headquarters

Dallas, Texas / Unbuilt

The Emerald Bracelet envisioned a greener, more connected downtown Dallas where walking and cycling become everyday options

The Emerald Bracelet

Dallas, Texas

CBD Comprehensive Transportation Study brings clarity to how people move through downtown, shaping a framework that balances transit, public space, and development

CBD Comprehensive Transportation Study

Dallas, Texas

The plan bridges aspiration and action, helping Dallas evolve into a greener, better-connected city

A Physical Plan for Downtown Dallas

Dallas, Texas

This long-range vision repositions the district as a vital link between downtown and the Trinity River, while supporting community growth through civic plazas and improved walkability

Design District Master Plan

Dallas, Texas

The Trinity River plan exemplifies how large-scale public investment, when paired with visionary urban design, can serve as a powerful tool for advancing equity, resilience, and quality of life

Trinity River Comprehensive Land-Use Plan

Dallas, Texas

Zoning updates, walkable design strategies, and public space improvements are now guiding a wave of thoughtful investment through one of Dallas’ most distinctive neighborhoods

Bishop-Davis Land Use Study

Dallas, Texas

Dallas is rewilding its downtown—transforming vacant lots and underused corners into a connected network of parks, plazas, and green corridors that invite residents and visitors to walk, gather, and celebrate in the heart of the city

Downtown Dallas Parks Master Plan

Dallas, Texas

Enhancements to the Santa Fe Trail are creating a stronger connection between neighborhoods, nature, and culture in East Dallas

Santa Fe Trail Corridor

Dallas, Texas

In a neighborhood shaped by resilience and change, a new plan sets the stage for West Dallas to evolve thoughtfully and equitably

Westmoreland Heights Neighborhood Master Plan

Dallas, Texas

In one of Dallas’ most historically significant neighborhoods, a community-centered master plan reimagines connectivity, resilience, and opportunity for generations to come

The Bottom Master Plan

Dallas, Texas

Bexar Street is being reimagined as a vibrant, pedestrian-first spine for surrounding neighborhoods

Bexar Street Master Plan

Dallas, Texas

Our Civic & Cultural design teams bring decades of experience and a profound commitment to shaping cities through thoughtful architecture, interior design, and planning. We specialize in creating spaces that reflect the unique character of the communities they serve, blending functionality with storytelling to highlight the history, culture, and values that define each locale. From adaptive reuse to new construction, our projects range across diverse categories including civic, municipal, arts & culture, and historic preservation.

We understand the importance of community engagement in every project. Our team works closely with user groups, city council members, government departments, institutional stakeholders and local residents to ensure that the final design meets the needs and aspirations of the community. This collaborative approach is fundamental to our process, enabling us to facilitate a smooth and successful project from start to finish. We pride ourselves on our ability to listen, communicate, and integrate diverse perspectives, resulting in buildings and spaces that truly resonate with the communities they serve.

Our expertise extends beyond aesthetics to include functional and efficient design solutions tailored for the public and non-profit sectors. We are adept at navigating the unique challenges that come with civic and cultural projects, from problem-solving and cost estimating to ensuring accessibility and sustainability. Whether we are designing a police station, library, museum, performance space, or community center, we approach each project with the same dedication to quality and functionality.

elevating human experience

and strengthening community

through our craft

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  • Dallas
  • Dallas

3030 Nowitzki Way
Suite 400
Dallas, TX 75219
(214) 303-1500

  • Austin
  • Austin

114 West 7th Street
Suite 200
Austin, Texas 78701
(512) 807-0433

  • Fort Worth
  • Fort Worth

1701 River Run
Suite 800
Fort Worth, Texas 76107
(817) 303-1500

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