For the past 25 years, Ray has dedicated his career to designing firehouses and law enforcement facilities, with a deep passion for research and education. As an architect committed to enhancing the lives of first responders, Ray continually pushes the boundaries of best practices in public safety facility design. Under his leadership, BRW Architects has completed over 360 firehouse, police station, and training facility projects, earning national recognition for their forward-thinking approach. With more than 100 design awards to their credit, Ray and BRW Architects are leaders in the field.
An educator at heart, Ray is dedicated to sharing his knowledge and expertise. He has been a featured presenter at the Firehouse Station Design Conference, the F.I.E.R.O. Station Design Symposium, and the Texas Fire Chief’s Academy for over a decade. Ray also serves as a design instructor in the College of Architecture at Texas A&M University, further solidifying his commitment to advancing public safety design through education and mentorship.