Bruce Sekanick, FAIA, NCARB, Architect, Secretary/Treasurer

Bruce Sekanick

FAIA, NCARB, Architect

Bruce Sekanick, FAIA, NCARB | Architect | Secretary/ Treasurer

Bruce Sekanick, FAIA, NCARB, brings more than four decades of experience in architecture, firm leadership, building codes, project delivery, and professional practice. His work at Phillips Sekanick Architects encompasses commercial, institutional, public, educational, hospitality, workplace, and adaptive-reuse projects throughout Ohio and beyond. Bruce brings particular expertise in building-code analysis, regulatory coordination, project planning, and construction administration. His leadership extends nationally through the American Institute of Architects, where he has served as AIA Institute Secretary, member of the national Board of Directors and Strategic Council, and in numerous advocacy and professional-practice roles. He was elevated to the AIA College of Fellows in 2017 and received the AIA Ohio Gold Medal in 2018.

Bruce provides our firm and clients an extensive background in business operations, building design, and code compliance. Bruce is a recognized leader in the architectural profession and his knowledge and experience span a wide range of project types. In addition to many other affiliations, Bruce has eighteen years of experience as a master plans examiner and has been part of the design team for some of the area's most recognized projects.

Education
Bach. of Science-Architecture, Kent State University CAED
Bach. of Architecture, Kent State University CAED
Cert. of Urban Studies & Planning, Kent State University
Exec. Cert. in Leadership & Management, Mendoza College of Business, University of Notre Dame

Experience
Phillips Associate Architects
Warren, Ohio
Phillips|Sekanick Architects, inc.
Warren, Ohio

Registrations
Ohio Registered Architect
Additional registrations: Arizona, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan,
Missouri, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, N. Carolina, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, S. Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia,
West Virginia

Selective Service to the Profession

AIA Ohio Governement Advocacy Committee, Co-chair, 2026
AIA ArchiPAC Steering Committee, 2025-2026
AIA College of Fellows, Regional Representative, 2024-2026
AIA National CE Committee, 2024-2026 Chair, 2026
AIA Youngstown, President, 2023
AIA Center for Practice, Co-chair 2022
AIA Center for Practice, Advisor 2020-2021
AIA National President / First Vice President Candidate, 2019
AIA National Secretary, 2017-18
AIA National Board of Directors
AIA Strategic Council, Inaugural Class
AIA National Strategic Planning Committee, Chair
AIA PAC Steering Committee, Chair
AIA Government Advocacy Committee
AIA Ohio President, 2010
AIA Ohio Secretary, 2007-08
AIA Eastern Ohio President, 1995
AIA Eastern Ohio Secretary, 1992-93, 2020
AIA Ohio Conv. Chair, 1998, 2006, 2014 NCARB IDP/ADP Licensing Advisor NAAB Accreditation Team

Achievements
AIA Ohio Presidential Citations 2024, 2021, 2019, 2011
AIA College of Fellows, Elevated 2017
AIA Bethune Fellow
AIA Richard UpJohn Fellow
AIA Ohio Gold Medal
AIA Ohio Foundation Charles Marr Citation
AIA Ohio Mentor Award
AIA Eastern Ohio Gold Medal

Community Service
Solace Center, President, 2003-11
City of Warren Board of Residential Appeals, 2007-2026
Catholic Diocese of Youngstown, Arts and Architecture Committee
Trumbull County Flood Plain Management 2004-2008
Family Service Association, President 1996, Board 1989-97
Boy Scouts of America, Architectural Explorers, 1989-90

Relevant Experience
Cafaro Corporate Offices, Eastwood Business Center, Niles, Ohio
TBEIC | BRITE Energy Innovators, Historic Preservation, Design Build | Incubator, Warren, Ohio
Covelli Ent. Corporate Offices, Warren, Ohio
Trumbull County Veterans Services, Warren, Ohio
Tiffany Crossing Redevelopment, Boardman, Ohio
Avalon Spa and Resort, Phase I, Howland, Ohio
Avalon Country Club at Buhl Park, Hermitage, Pennsylvania
Avalon Country Club Squaw Creek, Vienna, Ohio
Eastwood Event Center, Interiors, Niles, Ohio
Harvard Commons Office Complex, Howland, Ohio
Warren City Schools Wellness Center, Warren, Ohio
Geauga-Trumbull Solid Waste Management Collection Facility, Chardon, Ohio
War Fab Corporate Offices, Hubbard, Ohio
River Gate High School, Warren, Ohio

Together, the architects and interior designer of Phillips Sekanick Architects bring a broad range of experience in architectural design, interior design, building technology, code analysis, project management, construction administration, and professional leadership. Their combined expertise supports projects across commercial, restaurant and hospitality, educational, public, institutional, workplace, industrial, renovation, and adaptive-reuse markets. By integrating design creativity with technical knowledge, regulatory experience, and practical project delivery, the team provides clients with coordinated, thoughtful solutions from early planning through construction. This depth of experience, strengthened by active professional involvement and a collaborative approach, allows Phillips Sekanick Architects to respond effectively to complex project needs throughout Northeast Ohio and beyond.