People

Our people are an award-winning, community-focused, multi-disciplinary team focused on creating memorable and enduring places in Dallas, Austin, and Fort Worth

A cropped landscape portrait of Scott Kanaga, Associate Principal and Studio Director at GFF, smiling in front of a softly lit office background.

Scott Kanaga

Associate Principal
Studio Director
Alix Rios, Associate Principal and Studio Director at GFF, close-up headshot with straight blonde hair and a black blazer, photographed in a modern office environment.

Alix Rios

Associate Principal
Studio Director
Beth Schmidt, RID, Associate and Senior Design Leader at GFF, close-up portrait with soft warm lights in the background.

Beth Schmidt

Associate
Senior Design Leader
Christopher Day, Associate and Senior Design Leader at GFF, close-up portrait with soft daylight and architectural background.

Christopher Day

Associate
Senior Design Leader
Close-up portrait of Eric Marquez de la Plata smiling in a light blue shirt, seated in a softly lit modern workspace.

Eric Marquez de la Plata

Senior Project Leader
John Laurence, Senior Project Coordinator at GFF Dallas, close-up professional portrait in a modern design firm workplace.

John Laurence

Project Leader
Maya Pavon, Design Professional at GFF, close-up portrait with long straight hair and subtle jewelry in soft daylight.

Maya Pavon

Architectural Professional
Nikunj Vara, Architectural Professional at GFF, close-up professional portrait in a modern design firm setting.

Nikunj Vara

Architectural Professional

GFF is a dynamic and multi-disciplinary practice with expertise in architecture, interior design, and planning. With a staff of 108 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.