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Michael Geist, AIA NCARB Senior Project Leader at GFF, photographed in a bright Dallas office interior, leading educational, civic, and commercial architecture projects.

Michael Geist

AIA NCARB
Senior Project Leader
K-12 & Higher Education Studio
/
Dallas Office
Kansas State University – College of Architecture, Planning and Design

Michael is a seasoned Senior Project Leader who joined GFF Dallas in 2025, bringing nearly thirty years of multi-disciplinary experience. He has developed expertise in educational, healthcare, institutional, civic, and commercial design, with particular focus on K-12, Higher Education, and ICC 500 projects. Michael is known for his client-focused approach and his ability to motivate his team throughout all phases of design, documentation, and project administration. He integrates creative design solutions with excellent management skills, ensuring that each project not only meets but exceeds client expectations. Michael’s work reflects a deep understanding of best practices and a knack for balancing ingenuity with practicality.

Michael Geist, AIA NCARB Senior Project Leader at GFF, photographed in a bright Dallas office interior, leading educational, civic, and commercial architecture projects.

Michael is a seasoned Senior Project Leader who joined GFF Dallas in 2025, bringing nearly thirty years of multi-disciplinary experience. He has developed expertise in educational, healthcare, institutional, civic, and commercial design, with particular focus on K-12, Higher Education, and ICC 500 projects. Michael is known for his client-focused approach and his ability to motivate his team throughout all phases of design, documentation, and project administration. He integrates creative design solutions with excellent management skills, ensuring that each project not only meets but exceeds client expectations. Michael’s work reflects a deep understanding of best practices and a knack for balancing ingenuity with practicality.

Michael Geist is a Senior Project Leader at GFF in the K-12 & Higher Education Studio.
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    Public plaza at UT Dallas Athenaeum Phase 1, designed for community engagement and cultural events.

    Born from a continued partnership, this project translates a bold vision into a place for art, scholarship, and gathering

    UT Dallas – Arts and Performance Complex – Phase 1 Athenæum

    Dallas, Texas

    A student-centered hub designed to elevate spiritual life and social connection

    Dallas Theological Seminary – Chapel and Student Life Center

    Dallas, Texas

    Creating indoor and outdoor spaces that reflect Montessori teaching principles

    White Rock Montessori

    Dallas, Texas

    Immersive classrooms designed for field biology and botany studies

    Lakehill Preparatory School – Environmental Science Building

    Dallas, Texas

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    Steve Brookover

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    Beth Schmidt

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    Senior Design Leader

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