FORT WORTH, TX (January 7, 2026) – Glenn Partners, an award-winning Dallas-based architecture firm specializing in educational design, is proud to announce the opening of its second office in Fort Worth. The new location will strengthen the firm’s ability to continue serving growing school clients, educators, and community partners across the west side of the DFW Metroplex.
DFW continues to be one of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the United States, projected to become the 3rd largest metropolitan area in the U.S. by 2030. This growth will have a direct impact on the education sector, projecting significant enrollment increases due to housing development and new residents, particularly in suburban areas. The opening of a second office strategically positions Glenn Partners to support growing school districts, private schools, and higher education clients and their unique educational facility needs.
Founded on the belief that learning spaces can allow students to thrive, Glenn Partners has built a reputation for creating innovative, student-centered learning environments that reflect the needs of next generation education. As the firm’s project portfolio continues to grow throughout North Texas, the decision to establish a Fort Worth office was a natural step forward.
“Our roots are in Dallas, but we’ve always viewed the Metroplex as a connected community,” said Briar Glenn, AIA, President of Glenn Partners. “Opening a Fort Worth office allows us to deepen our relationships with clients on the west side of DFW, offer more responsive service, and engage more meaningfully with the communities we’re designing for.”
Established in 2014 by Briar Glenn, the firm has grown to more than 40 architects and designers, including a leadership team of six partners and two associate partners. The partners include Briar Glenn, AIA; Patrick Glenn, AIA; Tim McClure, AIA; Aaron Ewert, AIA; Dan Holt, AIA; and Greg Estes, AIA. Glenn Partners prides itself on cultivating an environment of freedom to explore new ideas and design methods and looks forward to welcoming new designers to the team in Fort Worth.
Led by Tim McClure, Aaron Ewert, and Patrick Glenn, the new office will be located in First on 7th in downtown Fort Worth and will serve as dedicated space for project teams collaborating with local K12 school clients, universities and colleges, consultants, and community stakeholders. Glenn Partners remains committed to its mission of designing flexible and collaborative learning environments that ignite curiosity and instill passion for lifelong learning.
“Expanding into this new office is about more than growth—it’s about strengthening our commitment to the communities we serve,” McClure said. “As a firm dedicated to educational design, we are excited to bring our team’s expertise and passion for creating inspiring learning environments closer to current clients, while also building new relationships.”
About Glenn Partners
Glenn Partners is a design firm dedicated to advancing clients’ success through innovative, forward-thinking educational facilities in North Texas. With a personalized design process tailored to each project, the firm cultivates trust, fosters collaboration, and builds long-lasting relationships while delivering timeless designs that inspire and shape the future of education. To learn more about Glenn Partners and its work in education architecture, visit www.glenn-partners.com.
