Jacquelyn Block
Principal + Director of Institutional Practice
University of Texas at Austin – School of Architecture
University of Texas at Arlington – College of Architecture, Planning and Public Affairs
Jacquelyn serves as Director of Institutional Practice at GFF, where she leads the design of religious and educational facilities. Practicing since 2001, she joined GFF in 2007 and has developed extensive expertise in creating spaces that serve both spiritual and community needs. Her work encompasses a wide range of projects, from traditional worship spaces to modern multi-purpose facilities, with a particular focus on sustainable design and community integration. As a Principal, Jacquelyn frequently shares her expertise through national speaking engagements on topics including church design, security through architectural planning, and cost-effective renovation strategies.
Jacquelyn serves as Director of Institutional Practice at GFF, where she leads the design of religious and educational facilities. Practicing since 2001, she joined GFF in 2007 and has developed extensive expertise in creating spaces that serve both spiritual and community needs. Her work encompasses a wide range of projects, from traditional worship spaces to modern multi-purpose facilities, with a particular focus on sustainable design and community integration. As a Principal, Jacquelyn frequently shares her expertise through national speaking engagements on topics including church design, security through architectural planning, and cost-effective renovation strategies.