Brian Buckner
RossTarrant ArchitectsBrian Buckner, AIA, ALEP, LEED AP, is an Associate and Senior Project Architect at RossTarrant Architects, where he specializes in the design of innovative, student-centered educational environments. With a strong focus on aligning space with teaching and learning, Brian works closely with school districts and communities to create facilities that support safety, engagement, wellness, and long-term educational goals. He has held the Accredited Learning Environments Planner (ALEP) designation since 2019.
Brian’s work reflects a commitment to evidence-based educational design and thoughtful planning processes that connect architecture with student success. He has contributed to projects and thought leadership focused on safer schools, future-ready classrooms, and early learning environments, helping districts translate instructional priorities into practical, high-impact design solutions.
Innovation in Action: Transforming Preschool for Today’s Learners
This interactive session addresses the growing need for evidence-based early learning environments by showcasing districtwide preschool models grounde
…This interactive session addresses the growing need for evidence-based early learning environments by showcasing districtwide preschool models grounded in real-world implementation and outcome data. Educators and architects will share how collaborati
…This interactive session addresses the growing need for evidence-based early learning environments by showcasing districtwide preschool models grounded in real-world implementation and outcome data. Educators and architects will share how collaborative planning, healthy learning environments, and intentional design decisions improved access, supervision, and early learning outcomes. Through facilitated dialogue and peer exchange, participants gai
…This interactive session addresses the growing need for evidence-based early learning environments by showcasing districtwide preschool models grounded in real-world implementation and outcome data. Educators and architects will share how collaborative planning, healthy learning environments, and intentional design decisions improved access, supervision, and early learning outcomes. Through facilitated dialogue and peer exchange, participants gain practical strategies for aligning preschool design with instructional priorities, using data to guide decisions, and applying Health, Safety, and Welfare principles in early childhood learning spaces.
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