Our

People

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

Our People

Learn more about our award-winning staff.

Evan Beattie

Principal + Chief Executive Officer / Chairman

Jim West

Principal + Managing Director – Austin

Brian Moore

Principal + Director of Planning

Todd Burtis

Design Principal

Andrew Adkison

Associate Principal + Director of AI

Lonnie Burns

Associate Principal + Studio Director

Aaron Hunt

Associate Principal + Managing Director – Fort Worth

Sara Good

Associate + Studio Director / Project Leader

Jason Hoyt

Associate + Studio Director

Sam Stribling

Associate + Studio Director

Lance Braht

Associate Principal + Senior Design Leader

Josh Frederick

Associate + Project Leader

Jamie Wallace

Associate + Design Leader

Gavin Newman

Associate + Planning Leader

Mariah Trevizo

Associate + Senior Project Coordinator

John Jacobson

Senior Design Leader

David Anderson

Senior Project Leader

Jason Fedors

Planning Leader

Maxine Kraft

Design Leader

Zach McLain

Design Leader

Matt Frame

Project Leader

Thomas Castro

Project Leader

Joshua Brown

Senior Project Coordinator

Nicole Capps

Senior Project Coordinator

Talon McCart

Senior Project Coordinator

Jacob Thibodeaux

Senior Project Coordinator

Alexis Kaleri

Senior Project Coordinator

Tyler Porter

Senior Project Coordinator

Santasha Hart

Senior Project Coordinator

Ervin Hirsan

Senior Project Coordinator

Marisa Dominguez

Architectural Professional

Jonathan Moebius

Architectural Professional

Leah Coley

Architectural Professional

GFF is a dynamic and multi-disciplinary practice with expertise in architecture, interior design, and planning. With a staff of 110 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.