It starts with a vision.
About FBT....
Our work tells a story. But it’s not just about us. It’s about our ability to uncover and understand our client’s stories and retell them through extraordinarily imaginative, functional and beautiful spaces. Spaces that connect physically and emotionally and make people feel …“Wow!” It’s what we live for. It’s what we deliver. Because we believe life is too short to feel adequate, fine or even good. Experience more “Wow!” We’ll show you how.
Areas of Practice
Architecture
More than structures in concrete, glass and steel, architecture is both a passion a science. Once a client’s dream becomes our vision, we bring commitment, creativity and a multi-disciplinary approach to make it a reality. Each project is as unique as its solutions. Our process is driven by the needs of people who will occupy the space, applying today’s technology to create inspiring, high-performance and sustainable spaces.
Programming
Our greatest asset is our ability to listen and understand our clients’ specific needs. We work closely with clients to develop a Program that reflects the nuances of a building’s function including spatial relationships, long-term needs and environmental impact. We translate this into detailed architectural requirements that meet the budget and schedule.
Planning and Urban Design
The best environments spark connections between people and places to enhance the way we work, live and play. We meet these challenges at the intersection of architecture, planning, landscape and culture. Our approach integrates sustainable development, place-making, environmental stewardship and economic viability. We work alongside private and public clients to help make decisions about long-term needs and targeted goals.
Interiors
Great interior design strikes a balance between beauty and function. More than just style, it enhances the architecture and improves the way people interact, function and feel. Studio M and our interiors team employ a multi-disciplinary approach with a singular focus—to design the right space for each client’s needs. The only limitation is our imagination.
Sustainable Design / LEED
Sustainable design ensures that our actions and decisions today support opportunities for future generations. We design healthy, high-performance buildings that positively affect the people, environment and communities they serve. We focus on minimizing our projects’ demands on power, resources and people, creating resource-efficient, site-enhancing facilities.
Landscape Architecture
We integrate site and building design from the beginning to ensure a cohesive result. Groundwork Studio takes landscape architecture to its full potential through site design coordination, project synthesis, ecological resilience, functionality and site-specific experience. We approach design as a living, breathing, collaborative process, a transformative progression for the design team and stakeholders as well as the project site.
News
People on the Move: Renn Halstead
Renn Halstead, Architect, is promoted to Principal after 11 meaningful years at FBT Architects. During this time, Renn has focused on personal growth, relationship-building and community involvement. He has led countless highly technical projects ranging from small renovations to large-scale new construction. His portfolio includes a diversity of project types, including commercial, residential, laboratory and […]
People on the Move: Kelly Jernigan
Kelly Jernigan, Director of Colorado Springs Office, has been named Principal. Kelly has spent the last nine years at FBT focused on project management and strategic firm growth. After spending four years of her career gaining valuable insights working on the Owner’s side, Kelly transitioned to her role as Architect/Associate at FBT. Here, she has […]
People on the Move: Daniel Chamberlain
Daniel Chamberlain, Director of FBT’s Dallas Office, is promoted to Principal with over 17 years at the firm. Daniel now leads the Texas region from our Dallas office after directing our previous office in Lubbock for over 10 years and continues to enhance the architectural landscape throughout the region. He is deeply engrained in the […]
People on the Move: Michele Carter
Director of Marketing and Business Development Michele Carteris promoted to Principal. Over the past 12 years, Michele has steered the marketing direction at FBT Architects with a highly energetic and creative approach, driving the firm’s success with both public and private sector clients. Her eye for design and detail paired with her strategic, future-focused approach […]
People on the Move: Antonio Vigil
Antonio Vigil is promoted to Associate. Antonio has spent the last five years as a lead Architect and Project Manager on a variety of project types including K-12 education, civic/municipal and commercial. Antonio is the ultimate team player, bringing joy, dedication, and a keen eye for design to every project. His attention to detail and […]
People on the Move: Drew Fisher
Architect Drew Fisher has been named Associate. Over the last six years with FBT, Drew has excelled as an Architect on complex projects ranging from civic/municipal to K-12 education to healthcare. His deep understanding of technical requirements and keen ability to seamlessly coordinate diverse teams make him a valuable asset on every project. His real […]
People on the Move: Marissa Hébert
Marissa Hébert, Architect, is promoted to Associate after five years with FBT Architects. As a Medical Planner, Architect and Project Manager, Marissa has been integral to every project team she has been part of — leading communication between consultants and the design team, engaging stakeholders through user workshops, preparing presentations and ensuring her projects meet […]
Architects at Work
As we celebrate the back-to-school season, we want to commemorate the dedicated individuals who have grown with FBT, evolving from intern architects into leaders of our education studios. Through their unique experiences, these talented individuals have faced diverse challenges, honed their skills and gained invaluable insights that have shaped their careers and how we define […]
Designing Educational Spaces
At FBT Architects, the design of educational spaces goes beyond creating functional buildings; it’s about shaping environments that inspire and support learning at every stage. Whether the focus is on K-12 schools or higher education institutions, commitment to innovation and flexibility is unwavering. Susan Johnson, Higher Education Principal, and Kelly Jernigan, Director of the Colorado […]
Making Big Moves & Building a Brighter Future
Albuquerque The Magazine Architects Profile Feature In 1973, a small group of hungry architects came together with a vision to put pencil to draft paper and transform the burgeoning city of Albuquerque—one innovative design idea at a time. They never could have imagined 50 years later, their scrappy little architecture firm (yes, it was FBT […]