Austin Office

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.

Current Address

114 West 7th Street
Suite 200
Austin, Texas 78701
(512) 807-0433

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Jim West, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB, Principal and Managing Director of GFF Austin, close-up headshot in a dark sweater with blurred office background.

Jim West

Principal + Managing Director – Austin
Sara Good, Associate and Studio Director at GFF, close-up portrait with window blinds and plant in background, wearing gold jewelry and black blouse.

Sara Good

Associate Principal + Studio Director
Christopher Day, Associate and Senior Design Leader at GFF, close-up portrait with soft daylight and architectural background.

Christopher Day

Associate + Senior Design Leader
Erin Nies, Associate and Senior Project Leader at GFF Austin, close-up professional portrait in a modern design firm setting.

Erin Nies

Associate + Senior Project Leader
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Zach McLain

Design Leader
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John Laurence

Project Leader
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Jenna Ross

Interior Design Leader
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Jake Chavez

Senior Project Coordinator
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Gabrielle Duran

Project Coordinator
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Vince Hernandez

Architectural Professional