Our People
DIAK Architects is led by professionals of the highest caliber.
Our leadership collaborates with client and community to bring forth change-making ideas and catalytic projects. We believe in the power of place-making which grows out of deep dialogues and truly understanding the vital components of development and design.
Shannon Barczak
Founder & President
Shannon is a seasoned Executive Administrator, cultural design specialist, and grant-writer operating out of the Norman, OK office. Her background in systems operations, as well as holistic health and wellness for Tribal Nations and Native American communities lends itself to the success of DIAK Architects. She is a tribally enrolled member of the Apsáalooke Nation (Crow Tribe of Montana) as well as descendant of the Kiowa and Cherokee Nations of Oklahoma.
405.808.9755
Tom Barczak
LA, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP
Vice-President & Architect
Tom is the Architect-Of-Record responsible for all phases of development and design. Based out of the Norman, OK office, he provides a sensitive, yet technical approach to the practical and cultural needs of clients allows him to present the best possible options and outcomes that balance schedules, budgets and quality. Tom is also an accomplished artist, which he puts to good use in his architectural designs.
405.845.1199
Scott Moore y Medina
AIA, NCARB, AICAE, NOMA, PID
Senior Project Management | Specialist
Scott is an award-winning designer, project developer, grant-writer, and community builder operating out of Tulsa, OK. He collaborates to find place-based solutions to empower cultural communities, including Indigenous/Tribal nations, and others with unique stories to express. Much of this work focuses on impacting overall health, well-being and self-sufficiency, as expressed through balance of social, economic, environmental, and cultural interdependencies - now and in the future.
405.985.8090
Becky Smallwood
Office Operations Support
Becky supports the leadership and staff of DIAK Architects on a daily basis, operationally and administratively. She is a tribally enrolled member of the Apsáalooke Nation (Crow Tribe of Montana).
580.483.2844