Nardine Mansi, AIA, LEED AP

Associate + Senior Project Leader

University of Alexandria

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    A black and white portrait of Nardine Mansi, an Associate and Senior Project Leader with GFF in the Retail Studio, in front of a white background.
    Nardine Mansi is an Associate and Senior Project Leader with GFF in the Retail Studio.

    Nardine Mansi has over 24 years of professional experience in the design and construction of residential, institutional, educational, retail and healthcare for an array of federal, state, and private sector projects.

    She has participated as a project manager in several projects that were recognized by regional organizations. She participated in a wide array of health projects including design development, construction documents, and construction administration of four Linear Accelerators in Shreveport (LA), Lafayette (LA), and Natchez (MS), as well as intensive care units and cardiac catheterization laboratories. She participated as a project architect in several schools, and retail projects.

    Nardine was a key member in the design team for the Community Renewal Building in Shreveport. This ambitious project, which is planned to be LEED-Platinum and net-zero office building and community center.

    Her focus has now turned to corporate retail projects in shopping centers across the nation, including Texas, Colorado, Delaware, California, Massachusetts, Iowa, Pennsylvania, New York, and New Jersey.

    Our firm is a dynamic and multi-disciplinary practice with expertise in ArchitectureInterior Design, Landscape Architecture, and Planning. With a staff of 127 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. Join us, and let’s shape the future of design together.

    Our People

    Our firm is a dynamic and multi-disciplinary practice with expertise in architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, and planning.

    Maria Gomez

    Principal + Studio Director

    Allison Hubbard

    Senior Principal + Chief Operating Officer

    Brian Kuper

    Design Principal

    John Shiver

    Associate Principal + Director of Education Practice

    Our Work

    Our designers are dedicated to Creating Memorable Places.

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    Trailhead

    Fort Worth, Texas

    Asana Deep Ellum

    Dallas, Texas

    The Mockingbird

    Dallas, Texas

    News

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    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.

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    Our staff of 140 offers architecture, interior design, planning and landscape architecture throughout the US

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    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.