Born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri, Tim started working miscellaneous construction jobs at the ripe old age of fourteen including roofing, siding, landscaping, and electrical work. He has been a member of the United Union of Roofer, Waterproofer, and Allied Workers Union and the Communication Workers of America Union. His sense of humor and mild demeanor make him a tremendous asset on the jobsite and in client meetings. Bringing strong conceptual basis to a project is one of Tim’s strengths, while maintaining a keen attention to details. In 2007, Tim received a Professional Bachelor of Architecture degree from Drury University’s Hammons School of Architecture, which included study abroad trips to destinations in Europe, Japan, Thailand, and Cambodia. Tim’s experience in the New York office of Jim Garrison introduced him to technical aspects of architectural practice. He explored the practice further at Studio MA in Phoenix. Tim honed skills as a well-rounded practitioner with Dennis Spencer on a number of housing projects. Furthering his versatility with Dake Wells Architecture, Tim designed and managed a variety of projects, including complex additions and renovations for K-12 and higher education facilities. Tim's current position with TannerHecht Architecture engages him in commercial and residential work with all the benefits and complexities of practicing in California at a very personal level with clients. Tim officially became an architect on May 22, 2017 with a license in Missouri and is currently pursuing California licensure. To supplement his professional aspirations, Tim enjoyed teaching architecture studio at Hammons School of Architecture, developing his skills in conceptual design and fostering design excellence through his students. In his free time, Tim enters competitions, designs modular products, and builds prototypes.As a father, Tim enjoys spending time with his family and keeps his edge through their many outdoor adventures together.