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Blake Thames, Associate and Senior Design Leader at GFF, standing beside a tall table in a tailored black jacket and checkered shirt, smiling confidently.

Blake Thames

AIA
Associate Principal + Design Director
Design Studio
/
Dallas Office
University of Kansas – School of Architecture & Design

Blake approaches architecture with analytical precision and creative curiosity as a Design Director at GFF. His portfolio spans from high-rise offices to performing arts facilities, where he consistently uncovers unique opportunities within each project’s constraints. Drawing from his international experience in furniture design and his expertise in 3D modeling and high-performance building systems, Blake creates solutions that merge technical excellence with artistic vision. His commitment to architectural education extends beyond practice through his active involvement in mentorship programs and design award committees.

Blake Thames, Associate and Senior Design Leader at GFF, standing beside a tall table in a tailored black jacket and checkered shirt, smiling confidently.

Blake approaches architecture with analytical precision and creative curiosity as a Design Director at GFF. His portfolio spans from high-rise offices to performing arts facilities, where he consistently uncovers unique opportunities within each project’s constraints. Drawing from his international experience in furniture design and his expertise in 3D modeling and high-performance building systems, Blake creates solutions that merge technical excellence with artistic vision. His commitment to architectural education extends beyond practice through his active involvement in mentorship programs and design award committees.

Blake Thames is an Associate Principal and Design Director with GFF in the Senior Design Studio.
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    Civic / Government

    The Oak Cliff Government Center integrates sustainability with civic function, providing daylight-filled, healthy work environments for county staff and the public

    Dallas County Oak Cliff Government Center

    Dallas, Texas

    Enhancing public safety infrastructure amid significant residential and commercial development

    North Patrol Division

    Fort Worth, Texas

    Enhancing public safety through thoughtful design and expanded space for law enforcement and judicial functions

    Roanoke Police Department and Municipal Court

    Roanoke, Texas

    Angled rendering of the Fort Worth Northwest Patrol’s entrance showing signage, terraced plantings, and people arriving.

    Our design for Fort Worth’s Northwest Patrol Substation draws inspiration from the city’s frontier heritage and the architectural legacy of the Stockyards.

    Fort Worth Northwest Patrol

    Fort Worth, Texas

    Our People

    Jason Cave

    Associate Principal
    Director of Civic Practice

    Garrett Barker

    Associate
    Studio Director

    David Colwill

    Project Leader

    Natalie Hummell

    Architectural Professional

    elevating human experience

    and strengthening community

    through our craft

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    3030 Nowitzki Way
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    • Fort Worth

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

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