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A portrait of Garrett Barker, Associate and Studio Director at GFF, seated in a modern office wearing a dark sweater and jeans, smiling at the camera.

Garrett Barker

AIA
Associate + Studio Director
Civic & Cultural
/
Dallas
Texas A&M University – College of Architecture

Garrett is a dedicated Senior Project Leader who now leads the Civic Studio at GFF Design since joining in 2023. Recognizing early on his passion for public projects, he has developed an expertise in public safety and a deep commitment to ensuring that every project tells a compelling community story. Drawing on his experience from his tenure as Director at BRW Architects, he guides clients from design through post-occupancy with a rigorous focus on quality and stakeholder engagement. His innovative leadership and narrative-driven approach have set new standards in public architecture.

A portrait of Garrett Barker, Associate and Studio Director at GFF, seated in a modern office wearing a dark sweater and jeans, smiling at the camera.

Garrett is a dedicated Senior Project Leader who now leads the Civic Studio at GFF Design since joining in 2023. Recognizing early on his passion for public projects, he has developed an expertise in public safety and a deep commitment to ensuring that every project tells a compelling community story. Drawing on his experience from his tenure as Director at BRW Architects, he guides clients from design through post-occupancy with a rigorous focus on quality and stakeholder engagement. His innovative leadership and narrative-driven approach have set new standards in public architecture.

Garrett Barker is an Associate and Studio Director with GFF in the Civic & Cultural Studio.
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    Civic & Cultural

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

    Roanoke Police Department and Municipal Court

    Roanoke, Texas

    Enhancing public safety infrastructure amid significant residential and commercial development

    North Patrol Division

    Fort Worth, Texas

    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

    Interior rendering of the community room with long tables, glass exterior wall, wood ceiling, and a Fort Worth screen at the front.

    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

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    Architectural Professional
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