Vessel Architecture is passionate about integrity, imaginative thinking, and building genuine relationships with clients. They focus on fostering cooperation between all project stakeholders to fully understand goals and help clients achieve their vision. Vessel uses the latest 3D modeling technology to clearly communicate designs and solutions to clients. They have experience in commercial, institutional, and residential architecture as well as master planning. Clients praise Vessel for their professionalism, creativity in finding solutions, and ability to communicate vision powerfully.

1. Our Passions We are Passionate About... Integrity in ourselves and our profession above all. Imaginative thinking, dynamic problem-solving, and excellent service in a collaborative environment. Genuine friendship and close communication with our clients. Our clients who hold these values in common with us! Connection Our experience has shown us that the more we foster a spirit of friendship, cooperation, and teamwork with our clients, we can then more clearly understand their goals, help shape their vision, and realize a wildly successful project. The days of adversarial owner-architect-contractor relationships are over. In order to help you achieve your vision, Vessel builds bonds of trust among the entire project team: owner, architect, consultants, contractors, and building officials. Vision Vessel’s creativity makes your project successful. Our clients understand that design is not a commodity but a process of discovery, and they count on us to find innovative solutions to challenging design problems. Communication Our technological ability enables us to communicate powerfully. Our designs must communicate vision not only to you, but to your associates and the people you deal with daily. Vessel gives you the tools you need to clearly and powerfully communicate your vision to those around you. “ As builders and consultants we have worked successfully with Vessel for over four years on a variety of projects. In our experience together, they have demonstrated the professional qualifications and design expertise to provide unique, cost-effective design solutions for a variety of projects. We highly recommend them, and look forward to working together on many of our future projects.” Richard Smith | Kirkwood Building Group

2. Our Practice Architecture Vessel has a wealth of professional experience with a wide range of challenging project types and sizes, including: Commercial: office, retail, manufacturing Institutional: church, school, and medical facilities Residential: all sizes Master Planning A successful master plan begins with knowledge of the market. By understanding your development goals, we are able to provide creative solutions to help you achieve success with your project. 3D Visualization Three-dimensional computer modeling is an essential tool for communicating and understanding architecture. Vessel uses this technology on every design project, allowing our clients to fully understand and participate in the design process. Credentials AIA NCARB USGBC Missouri Alliance for Historic Preservation Licensed Architects: Missouri, Illinois, Michigan, Washington, New Mexico, Florida A I A N C A R B

3. Brian Van Winkle Architect | AIA | NCARB Principal and Co-Founder Clients appreciate Brian’s ability to produce cutting edge design using the latest technology. He understands the building process with a developer’s eye for financial and aesthetic goals. His unique interpersonal and design skills make his vision for a project contagious. Bio Brian married the love of his life, Heidi, in 1996. They live in Saint Charles, Missouri and barely keep up with their four energetic kids. Responsibilities As a founding principal, Brian is responsible for providing primary leadership in vision, marketing, and individual service for our clients. Credentials American Institute of Architects NCARB certified Licensed Architect in Missouri, Illinois, New Mexico, Michigan, Washington, Florida Education Master of Arts | Dallas Theological Seminary | 2001 | emphasis in communications Bachelor of Architecture | University of Kansas | 1997 | emphasis in communications

4. Peter J Schwartz Architect | AIA | NCARB Principal and Co-Founder Pete is an extremely strong communicator who always adds clarity, understanding and humor to a successful project. He understands the unique problem-solving dynamics of groups and individuals, enabling him to bring the best design solutions to bear on a project. Bio Pete fell in love with Bonnie and married her in 2005. They live in a cute renovated bungalow in Ferguson, Missouri. Responsibilities Pete is responsible for providing primary leadership in business development, financial management, and individual service for our clients. Credentials American Institute of Architects NCARB certified Licensed Architect in Missouri Education Bachelor of Architecture | University of Kansas | 1997 | emphasis in fine arts Denmark’s International Studies program | Ewart Memorial Traveling Scholarship Hazelwood West Senior High School | Hazelwood, Missouri | 1992

5. Our Personalities Peter J Schwartz | AIA | NCARB Architect & Principal Pete helps Vessel’s clients find clarity in the process of architecture. He is an excellent communicator with groups and individuals, and also the best foosball player at Vessel. Beat Pete and receive 10% off your next project! Brian Van Winkle | AIA Architect & Principal Clients look to Brian as a trusted advisor throughout every stage of a project. His creativity is indispensible to Vessel’s clients, and his gray hair gives him the look of wisdom, striking fear into the hearts of building inspectors everywhere. Michael Schaefer Intern Architect Mick excels at working through the unique challenges of the many one-of-a-kind projects that find their way to Vessel’s office. He is also an avid book collector, including 300 volumes on how to secretly take over an architecture firm. Hey, wait a minute... Roger D Manwaring Project Manager Roger is a talented project manager and a gifted “power user” of all our computer software. Clients appreciate his steady demeanor and unwavering eye for detail; Brian and Pete appreciate that Roger will work for Goldfish snack crackers. Leslie Fisher Executive Administrator Leslie enjoys solving problems be they interpersonal or administrative in nature, and her attention to detail is surpassed only by her interest in people. While away from Vessel she is a professional counselor, and we benefit from hours of free therapy! Todd Donze Intern Architect Todd is a talented young designer who knows how to leverage technology in the earliest stages of design. He comes to us by way of Colorado. Until we met Todd we did not know it was possible to move away from Colorado, though we enjoy the fresh pine scent that still lingers at his workstation.

6. Recommendations & References Michael Longfellow Vice President Spectrum Retirement Communities 303 360 8812 Mark Robinson President Aprudentia 248 531 0080 John Hooker President J Hooker Construction 636 696 0825 Mike Lawson Ministry Development New Frontiers 314 832 9033 John Ryan Pastor Summit Community Church 314 575 7500 Richard Smith President Kirkwood Building Group 314 822 5100 Wade Paschall Developer Cellar Advisors 314 479 3200 "I just wanted to drop a note to let you know how much we value the relationship we have with you and Vessel. Our clients often require a greater amount of patience and perseverance, and you have certainly risen to the challenge. Your team consistently demonstrates professionalism with our clients, city officials and contractors. Vessel produces a quality product and responds to changes, as well as challenges, quickly and expertly. Roger has shown himself to be an excellent Construction Administrator and we appreciate his discipline and resolve. Finally, it is a blessing to do business with people who have become such great friends. We thank you and your team, and look forward to many years of exciting work together." Mark Robinson | CEO | Aprecis Group “ I worked with Brian when he was the architect for a client and my company was the general contractor. I was extremely impressed with his professionalism and his firm. The working relationship went very smoothly. The product that we were able build for the Owner could not have happened without the care and diligence that he put into his documents and the communication coordination between all parties involved. The Owner received the best product for the money spent due to his abilities.” Tom Reichardt | ReiCon Constructors “ Brian and Vessel Architecture truly acted with integrity. They delivered on time and with the expectation of high quality.” Jason Clement | Sports Facilities Advisors "When my business partner and I talked with Brian and Vessel Architecture about our project, we had a couple of very different needs. First was to design wine storage pods that absolutely maximized every last inch of warehouse space in our building. The other was to make the remaining office/wine-tasting space feel is open, comfortable and 'non-warehouse like' as possible. The result was a newly renovated interior space that met both needs very well, while working very well together. Plus a great exterior renovation on a building that had been an eyesore on the block. I would not hesitate to call Brian again for our next location.” Wade Paschall | Private Client “ I’d like to take a moment to share my deepest respect and recommendation for architect, Brian Van Winkle. Brian has proven to be one of the most honorable and well spoken professionals I have come across in 27 years of experience in construction and architecture. His attention to detail and design insight are next to none. His technical experience is over-shadowed only by his high integrity. My professional working experience with Brian is held in my mind as one of the best. I highly recommend his firm, his skills, and the man himself for any challenges you are willing to bring him.” Ronn Lansky | Aprudentia