Katie Selis
Founder & Principal
Katie believes that architecture is more than the design of buildings—it is the shaping of experiences, the fostering of connections, and the creation of places that serve and inspire. She approaches each project with a deep respect for how people interact with space and the environment, understanding that thoughtful design has the power to strengthen communities and enhance daily life. As the founding principal and lead designer of Selis Studio Architecture, Katie is committed to creating spaces that are not only beautiful and functional but also thoughtfully tailored to meet each client’s goals, needs, and vision.
“I believe that thoughtful design has the power to strengthen communities and enhance daily life.”
A registered architect in the District of Columbia, Virginia, and Maryland, Katie has over 15 years of experience in residential and community-focused design in Washington, DC, and beyond. Before founding Selis Studio Architecture, she spent over 15 years at Studio Twenty Seven Architecture, where she advanced from project manager to principal. Her leadership shaped a broad portfolio of projects, including multifamily residential developments, affordable housing, public charter schools, higher education facilities, and commercial spaces. Notable projects include Chapman Stables, The Aya, and the Howard University Miner Building. For more information on her experiences click here.
Katie holds a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from the University of Virginia, where she received the Faculty Award for Design Excellence, and a Master of Architecture from the University of California, Berkeley, where she was awarded the Eisner Prize in Architecture for Highest Achievement in the Creative Arts.