Jim demonstrates inspiration, passion, dedication, and leadership in every project he touches. Client-focused, he develops projects that meet functional needs while exceeding aesthetic expectations. Jim’s design talents have earned acclaim for him and KKT. His conceptual design for the Tornado Tower won international recognition. His design for Tulsa’s Gathering Place Pedestrian Bridge competition was among four finalists; and Center of the Universe, a concept for redevelopment of Downtown Tulsa, received local and national attention. Jim approaches the design process as a problem-solving exercise by listening to clients, prioritizing their requirements and goals, then developing a solution that meets their needs. The aesthetic and style of his projects takes their spirit from the problem-solving process, giving each project its own identity. He believes that successful projects should not reflect the designer’s personal style or ego, but spotlight the client’s program, site, budget, values, and culture. Jim is a graduate of Oklahoma State University with a Bachelor of Architecture.

Dr. Ray Vandiver is the founding Executive Director of Discovery Lab—Tulsa’s Children’s Museum. Ray was hired to develop and open the museum’s first facility in Owen Park, May of 2013, and ultimately to establish a larger permanent site for the museum south of Gathering Place in January 2022. Ray has been a leader in informal education and exhibit design for nearly 30 years. Starting his career in 1993, as the founding director of the Bootheel Youth Museum (BYM) in Malden, Missouri—a National Medal winner awarded by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Ray has also previously served at the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI). As Vice President of the Center for Learning Experiences, Ray led all the education and exhibit related activities for one of the country’s top science museums. Ray discovered his passion and talent for informal education while earning his Ph.D. in physics from Missouri University of Science and Technology. While a graduate student, he joined a group of hands-on learning enthusiasts and helped create the Meramec Science and Technology Learning Center. It was through this experience that he decided to dedicate his career to informal education. Millions of people, all over the world, have enjoyed exhibits developed by Ray throughout his career. Ray also enjoys creating art and music.

Sarah Gould leads the company in all aspects of architectural services. She is a steward of the firm’s projects, processes and professionals. Sarah is an able and proven leader who focuses on relationships, communication, compassion, and inclusion. Sarah has a vested interest in communities. A graduate from the University of California, Los Angeles, she earned her Master’s of Architecture from the University of Texas, Austin, and her Master’s in Architectural Urban Studies from the University of Oklahoma, Tulsa where her she focused on the redevelopment of Tulsa and the surrounding communities. She is the former President of the A4LE Oklahoma Chapter and is the current Chair for Board of The Foundation for Tulsa Schools. She is also a member of Leadership Tulsa, Class 58 and serves on the City of Tulsa Board of Adjustments. At every opportunity, Sarah advocates both for Tulsa and for Architecture. She believes that human potential is both celebrated and promoted through architecture, and she loves practicing in her home state.