With an increasing share of the firm’s workload coming from relationships with Austin-based entities such as Cypress Real Estate Advisors, Aspen Heights, Endeavor, and Life Austin, GFF opened our Austin Office in April 2018. Among our notable Austin projects are the Aspen Heights West Campus Tower, the mixed-use Corazon development on East 6th Street, the Lantana Ridge Office Building now serving as YETI’s new headquarters on Southwest Parkway, and the amphitheater/outdoor worship center for Life Austin.
GFF is committed to transferring our culture of civic engagement and volunteerism to Austin. Led by Managing Director Jim West and Studio Director Sara Good, the Austin team consists of a mix of the company’s Dallas professionals relocating to Austin and local hires at the new graduate and mid-career levels.
The Austin Office is a cohesive mix of individuals who all share a passion for architecture. Whether designing a 300-unit multifamily project, an English pub, or an office building, their desire to create lively and inviting spaces shines through. The office thrives on community and enjoys being a part of the larger GFF brand.
Our Office
We are located in the historic Norwood Tower at the intersection of 7th and Colorado in Downtown Austin. Street parking is available in our neighborhood, and our building also has a paid parking garage accessible from the Colorado side.
From the parking garage or the lobby entrance on 7th, take the elevators or stairs to the 2nd level. Our office is situated in Suite 200.
Address
114 West 7th Street
Suite 200
Austin, Texas 78701
P : 512.807.0433
Sara Good
Associate + Studio Director / Project Leader
Jim West
Principal + Managing Director – Austin
Brian Kuper
Design Principal
Evan Beattie
Principal + Chief Executive Officer / Chairman
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Sustainability
GFF carefully considers the resources of our clients and our planet to create healthier, higher performing environments.
We Are Hiring!
We offer a dynamic and stimulating work environment, competitive salary/benefits and advancement potential at all levels for Architects, Interior Designers, Landscape Architects, Planners and our Operations Team.
People
Our staff of 140 offers architecture, interior design, planning and landscape architecture throughout the US
New Project Opportunities
Please contact us if you are a prospective client with a new project opportunity that you would like to discuss with out experts.
Turning On A New Light
We are excited to start 2024 with a new logo, inspired by our new headquarters in the heart of the vibrant Victory Park neighborhood of Dallas. This transition is more than just a change of logo and address; it is an improved reflection of who we are and where we want to go as an industry-leading, design-focused firm.
Designing Spaces that Reflect Our Clients’ Mission
In honor of Historic Preservation Month, GFF will be a Bronze Sponsor for the 2023 Preservation Dallas Preservation Achievement Awards on May 17th, 2023.
Life Fellowship Church Unveils Newly Transformed Campus
GFF developed a new comprehensive campus master plan for Life Fellowship Church (LFC) located in McKinney, Texas, which includes renovation and expansion of their current campus to include a 1,200-seat future worship center, a weekday preschool, additional adult classrooms, and an administrative suite on a very compact site.
Protecting Our Feathered Friends
As cities grow and buildings become taller, the need to protect the earth's bird population is becoming more urgent. Thankfully, there are solutions to mitigate the problem, including guidelines for bird friendly glazing selections and building design features.