Bruce Bockus

Fun Fact: Bruce completed a full Ironman, raising over $37,000 for charity

AIA, LEED AP, Chairman | Architect

Born and raised in Oklahoma City, Bruce Bockus first became interested in architecture in second grade, when his older brother told him that he would make a good architect. Bruce took his brother’s recommendation to heart, developing a lifelong career as both an architect and business owner. In 1987, Bruce founded the firm Bruce L. Bockus, Architect based on two simple principles: superior service and design. David Payne joined the firm in 1990 and in 1991 Bockus Payne was born. Over 36 years later, the firm remains devoted to curating long-lasting business relationships that hinge on communication and trust.

Bruce views architecture as a responsive art form that requires listening to and interpreting clients’ visions without preconceived notions. He also strongly believes that “beauty matters,” and that his role as an architect is to create beauty within his community. Throughout his career, Bruce has worked across all sectors, with a particular focus on community projects and custom residential design, hallmarks of his professional portfolio. After decades of service, Bruce is in the process of transitioning out of his leadership role at the firm and will continue to practice architecture primarily on residential and non-profit projects. In his free time, Bruce teaches a weekly Sunday School class at Crossings Community Church. You can also find him in nature, eating nearly all of his meals outdoors with his wife Suzanne, gardening, and spending time with his grandchildren.

EDUCATION

University of Oklahoma

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Design

Bachelor of Architecture

Master of Architecture

HOMETOWN

Oklahoma City, OK

COMMUNITY WORK

Habitat for Humanity

Crossings Community Church

Oklahoma City Arts Commission

Shiloh Summer Camp

Stand In The Gap Ministries