Since 2001, Manack has been an Architect with Robert Maschke Architects in Cleveland, Ohio where he has been responsible for the design and realization of numerous award winning projects. In 2006, Manack co-founded SILO AR+D (pronounced R+D) to explore architectural projects with an approach that is experimental without being ostentatious. Manack has taught design studios at Kent State University College of Architecture and Environmental Design and currently teaches at Ohio State University’s Austin E. Knowlton School of Architecture.