Lake Flato Architects, also stylized as Lake|Flato, is an American architectural firm based in San Antonio, founded by Ted Flato and David Lake in 1984.
[1] The firm's portfolio includes residences, schools, hotels, interior design, and cultural centers.
Since its founding, the firm has grown to a staff of over 150, including 50 registered architects and 42 LEED-accredited professionals.
In 2013, the firm received the Global Award for Sustainable Architecture, and in 2014, Lake Flato was inducted into the Interior Design Magazine Hall of Fame.
[15] In 2024, Lake Flato's founders won the American Institute of Architects's 2024 Gold Medal award, an award reserved for individuals who make a lasting impression on the design industry.