Meet Tom, an architect with an extraordinary journey that has shaped his unique approach to design. Graduating from Cornell in 2003 with a degree in medieval literature, he initially took an unexpected detour and became a DJ in Los Angeles before his passion for architecture led him to pursue a master's degree at the University of Kansas in 2007. During grad school, he lived in Copenhagen for six months, immersing himself in the world of furniture design and Scandinavian architecture. Tom's architectural style is a beautiful amalgamation of his diverse experiences and academic background. His time in Copenhagen enriched his perspective, infusing his designs with elements of Scandinavian minimalism, functionality, and harmony with nature. The modernist movement, combined with his love for contemporary design, influences his work, as he believes in creating spaces that stand the test of time while embracing innovative ideas. Beyond his professional endeavors, Tom cherishes his family deeply. He is married to Megan, his unwavering support and partner in business and in life. Together, they have two boys, Henry and Fletcher, whose creativity and curiosity they nurture wholeheartedly. Outside of architecture, Tom's hobbies are ever changing. He has learned several instruments, studied a variety of languages, and even delved into electrical engineering. He is fascinated by puzzles and figuring out how things work. He finds inspiration in constant learning and strives to keep his mind open to new ideas and experiences. Halloween holds a special place in his heart, as he believes it to be "the most creative holiday," embracing its spirit of uninhibited expression and delight. Meaningful architecture is Tom's core philosophy. He believes that spaces should not only be aesthetically pleasing but also carry a profound sense of purpose. Tom aims to create environments that foster a sense of community, inspire positive emotions, and promote well-being. His dedication to infusing meaning into every project makes him a visionary architect, leaving a lasting impact on the lives of those who experience his thoughtful designs.

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Megan grew up in a family-owned business, so it just made sense for her to join her husband Tom at Mitchell Wall.  For fifteen years, Megan used her doctorate in physical theory to work with developmentally delayed children. But in 2016, she broke away from her storied career of teaching children to walk in order to found Four Walls Industries: a company that remodels and flips houses. Her business also provides design, budget, and general contracting services for clients in renovation or remodeling projects throughout the St Louis area.  Megan has her real estate license and loves to look at "fixer-uppers" for her clients.  Megan's preternatural ability to see the possibilities of a home is second only to her ability to execute those visions in a timely and budget-minded manner. Megan wears several hats at Mitchell Wall, from running the books to working with clients to develop their interior designs. When she isn't busy being a mom or chasing her two boys around, Megan loves tennis, reading, sewing, and live music.  And Megan is most decidedly a cat person.

Michael graduated from Maryville University with a BFA in Interior Design. During his time there, Michael was awarded the Mother Helen Rex Award, featured in the Student Showcase, and was on the Dean's List all Four years. He has held a few positions before Mitchell Wall Architecture and Design, including Lighting Designer at HOK and Project Designer for The Lawrence Group. During Michael's time at both of these companies, he has been a part of a few notable projects, namely the Centene Auditorium in Clayton, MO, renovations at Union Station, including the Soda Fountain in Downtown St Louis, and the City Foundry in Downtown St Louis. When not at the office designing, you can find Michael on the golf course digging his ball out of the rough or wading in a stream fly fishing for trout.

Ermias Ayalew Admassu is a professional architect from Ethiopia who practiced architecture from 2010 to 2015 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. During this time, he had worked on the design, development, and implementation of both Architectural and Interior design projects. He was responsible for the preparation of construction documents, contract administration and supervision of numerous projects. Ermias is born in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, where he graduated from Ethiopian Institute of Architecture, Building Construction and City Development (EiABC) with a Bachelor of Science in Architecture and Urban Planning. Following his graduation, Ermias started his career with an interior design firm as an associate and helped to create design solutions for many residential and commercial projects. He later worked as an architect with a firm in Addis Ababa where he begun to design and develop individual residences as well as commercial workplaces before moving to the United States in 2015. After moving to the US, he pursued an associate degree in Interior design from St. Louis Community College (Meramec) with a 4.0 GPA. With good recommendations from his school professors, Ermias started work at Jamison Design as an architect/ interior designer and was responsible in creating and developing construction documents for residential and commercial buildings. Following that he worked at Lombardo Homes briefly as an architectural drafter where he designed and customized detailed plans for residential homes. On his free time, Ermias enjoys a good Netflix binge but also enjoys sketching occasionally.

In rural southern Illinois, Jon Patrick grew up on his grandfather’s contracting company’s job sites, enamored with construction vehicles and detailed blueprints. His faith also instilled in him a fondness for tradition and history, which was further solidified with regular trips to St. Louis’s historic districts. A childhood full of music education and Legos furthered his desire to explore the creative limits of beautiful mediums. Jon Patrick pursued these interests, earning his degree in Classical Architecture in 2024 from Benedictine College in Atchison, Kansas, which teaches the Beaux-Arts method of hierarchical design, refined use of historical styles, and hand-rendered presentation, which includes watercolors, ink sketches, and high-quality wash renderings. Across his college summers, Jon Patrick interned with various firms in St. Louis and Atlanta. He also studied at the Ax:son Johnson and CSCA Summer Intensive at Downing College in Cambridge University, spending time in industrial Sweden and Great Britain. Afterwards, he traveled to Italy to study the antiquities of Rome and Tivoli, and is currently preparing to return for a greater period of research. Before officially beginning his career and joining Mitchell Wall in 2025, he briefly pursued an interest in architectural stone carving for a year in South Bend, Indiana. Jon Patrick has received ample recognition in the early years of his career, graduating magna cum laude from Benedictine, where he also received the Thomas Gordon Smith award, and many of his semester projects were awarded best in Design or best in Presentation. His work has been published in the ICAA’s Classicist, and his senior thesis was recently awarded the John Russell Pope Award by the ICAA Washington Mid Atlantic Chapter. When he’s not hard at work in the studio, Jon Patrick enjoys playing a variety of instruments, especially the electric guitar and piano (Mark Knopfler and Billy Joel are leading inspirations). He also loves to read, play soccer, sketch, and develop his cooking skills. He prefers dogs, but is not opposed to petting a well-behaved cat.

Reed Wilson grew up in the St. Louis area before heading to Los Angeles to earn his Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Southern California. During his five years on the West Coast, he balanced a rigorous academic program with leadership roles, serving as president of the Undergraduate Architecture Student Council, while also studying abroad throughout East Asia. His travels took him to eight countries, where he explored both traditional and contemporary architecture, broadening his perspective on design.

Before joining Mitchell Wall, Reed gained experience with HNTB Architecture and Morphosis Architects, contributing to high-profile projects including the LAX Airport Expansion, the USC Football Performance Center, supportive housing developments in Skid Row, and large-scale hospitality projects in Saudi Arabia.

A highly accomplished graduate, Reed earned USC's Global Scholar and Discovery Scholar distinctions, received First Place in the ACSA Design for Freedom Competition, and was honored with the Edward Allen Student Award.

Now happily back in his hometown, Reed brings a thoughtful, globally informed design perspective to every project. Outside the office, you'll find him spending time with family and friends, playing tennis, traveling, weightlifting, snowboarding, experimenting with new recipes, or diving into his latest side project.