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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

Maria Gomez

Principal + Studio Director

Ricardo Montoya

Technical Principal

Jim West

Principal + Managing Director – Austin

Brian Kuper

Design Principal

Todd Burtis

Design Principal

Jacquelyn Block

Principal + Director of Faith & Community Practice

Scott Kanaga

Associate Principal + Studio Director

Andrew Adkison

Associate Principal + Director of AI

Jeremy Roehr

Associate Principal + Studio Director

Lonnie Burns

Associate Principal + Studio Director

Mike Lehr

Associate Principal + Studio Director

Jason Cave

Associate Principal + Director of Civic Practice

John Shiver

Associate Principal + Director of Education Practice

Aaron Hunt

Associate Principal + Managing Director – Fort Worth

Todd Toupal

Associate + Technical Director

Sara Good

Associate + Studio Director / Project Leader

Jason Hoyt

Associate + Studio Director

Sam Stribling

Associate + Studio Director

Garrett Barker

Associate + Studio Director

Donald R. Kubala

Associate Principal + Senior Project Leader

Chris Andersen

Associate Principal + Senior Project Leader

Grant Wickard

Associate Principal + Senior Project Leader

Lance Braht

Associate Principal + Senior Design Leader

Mark Holsinger

Associate Principal + Senior Design Leader

Lance Abaya

Associate + Senior Design Leader

Blake Thames

Associate + Senior Design Leader

Levi Hooten

Associate + Senior Creative Leader

Nardine Mansi

Associate + Senior Project Leader

Beth Schmidt

Associate + Senior Design Leader

Steve Brookover

Associate + Senior Project Leader

Josh Frederick

Associate + Project Leader

Jamie Wallace

Associate + Design Leader

Gavin Newman

Associate + Planning Leader

Sarah Hamzeh

Associate + Project Leader

Mariah Trevizo

Associate + Project Leader

Loren Boynton

Senior Design Leader

Sandra Beer

Senior Project Leader

Eric Marquez de la Plata

Senior Project Leader

John Jacobson

Senior Design Leader

David Roslenbloom

Senior Design Leader

David Anderson

Senior Project Leader

Harrison Connor

Senior Project Leader

Amanda Kalescky

Project Leader

Adam Fenner

Project Leader

Maxine Kraft

Design Leader

Zach McLain

Design Leader

Matt Frame

Project Leader

David Colwill

Project Leader

Rocky Owens

Project Leader

Shayan Baradaran

Project Leader

Lena Starostine

Senior Project Coordinator

Chad Kyzar

Senior Project Coordinator

Joshua Brown

Senior Project Coordinator

Scott Williams

Senior Project Coordinator

Tuesdie Alonso

Senior Project Coordinator

Jake Chavez

Senior Project Coordinator

John Laurence

Senior Project Coordinator

Nicole Capps

Senior Project Coordinator

Talon McCart

Senior Project Coordinator

Sarah Wheeler

Senior Project Coordinator

Jacob Thibodeaux

Senior Project Coordinator

Alexis Kaleri

Senior Project Coordinator

Tyler Porter

Senior Project Coordinator

Roberto Oviedo

Senior Project Coordinator

Heather Abaya

Senior Project Coordinator

Santasha Hart

Senior Project Coordinator

Ervin Hirsan

Senior Project Coordinator

Cecilia Garcia

Project Coordinator

Carson Guy

Project Coordinator

Gabrielle Duran

Project Coordinator

Camille Vigil

Project Coordinator

Kelsey Kohlmeier

Project Coordinator

Coleman Brink

Design Coordinator

Woody Owens

Project Coordinator

Marisa Dominguez

Architectural Professional

Maya Pavon

Architectural Professional

Leah Coley

Architectural Professional

Natalie Hummell

Architectural Professional

Robin Hatherill

Architectural Professional

Nikunj Vara

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.