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.

Edenia has an international background in architecture. With a bachelor’s degree in Architecture from Venezuela, Edenia has been engaged in all stages of design on various projects, from conceptual developments to construction since she graduated in 1998. Her over two decades of experience in architecture include residential, commercial, and industrial projects. She also spent a year in Paris, France, where she collaborated with residential project layouts at Guerin & Pedroza Architectes. Most recently, in St Louis since 2019, she has been upgrading her graphic design skills to bring them to the field of architecture and design. Edenia is passionate about architecture, traveling, and graphic design. On the weekends, she might be either visiting masterpieces of architecture or preparing Venezuelan meals for family and friends.