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The holiday spirit came alive at the “10th Annual Rocking a Stocking Design Contest and Toy Drive,” an event that transcends creativity and compassion. Hosted by Working Spaces, in collaboration with Kimball International, this festive occasion aimed to brighten the season for the patients and families of SSM Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital.

Our enthusiastic Team Rosemann, along with twenty-seven other local design firms, participated in the contest. The mission: to craft unique stockings and contribute over 9,000 toys to warm the hearts of the recipients and to underscore the true meaning of the holiday season.

The guidelines for the competition were simple, yet allowed for boundless creativity. Teams were tasked with creating stockings falling into two categories: Function and Form. The challenge was to incorporate the provided stocking into their designs, with deconstruction being an acceptable approach. Our team, driven by camaraderie and a shared commitment to the cause, presented the whimsical “Snowflake Stadium.”

“Snowflake Stadium” was a visual delight suspended over a large full stocking. It featured a concert stage made entirely of wood and a creative use of various color shades of red stockings. The provided red stocking material was used to create several of the audience stockings. The felt material was used for stadium seating, individual character stockings, and the trees. Team Rosemann carefully crafted over 67 ‘small’ stockings and 37 unique stockings during an office happy hour, ensuring a touch of personalization in each design and an excellent opportunity to involve the staff in the project.

The hand-made stage was alive with puns and creativity, hosting the Stockin’ Rockers band, a sold-out audience of stockings, and a coal pit “Mosh Pit” for added excitement. Recognizable pop culture and celebrity characters adorned the stands, including the Grinch, Olaf, Yukon Cornelius, a Minion and even the Kansas City Chief’s Travis Kelce with a friendship bracelet with his number on it showing his support for glittery rock star Taylor Swift on the piano. Some familiar faces were painted on the rocks. Even all the black stockings stood as the stage techs on the side of the stage.

Team Rosemann efforts were rewarded with the 1^st place award for the Form Category and Snowflake Stadium was voted as People’s Choice by the participants of the event!

Here is a list of all the winners:

FORM Category winners:

• 1st Place: Rosemann & Associates, P.C. – Snowflake Stadium
• 2nd place: Haskell Company – Whoville Hospital
• Honorable Mention: Design Alliance – The Treehouse

FUNCTION Category winners:

• 1st Place: Cannon Design – Taylor Swift Mania
• 2nd Place: Lamar Johnson Collaborative – Bluey The Heeler Puppy
• Honorable Mention: GMA – Plinko Game & Stocking

People’s Choice: Rosemann & Associates, P.C. – Snowflake Stadium

“It is all about the details of the different character stockings and the visual scene that we created with created hidden surprises for the viewers to find each time they looked at our stocking.  The design truly captured the holiday spirit, blending tradition with contemporary references to captivate the audience.” – Ashley Hicks, Rosemann & Associates, P.C.

As the event neared its conclusion, the culmination of creativity and generosity unfolded. The stockings and toy donations were presented to the children and families at SSM Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital and Ronald McDonald House, providing a source of joy during what might be a challenging time for them.

A heartfelt thank you goes out to Team Rosemann for their unwavering commitment to this deserving cause. The efforts of Ashley Hicks, Kayla Thomas, Zachary Braun, Drew Jablonski, Brad Rohman, Taylor Williamson, John Williams, Mark Gettemeyer, Sydney Woods, Katie Mueller, Brittany Kampschroeder, Susan Bowen, Jarrett Cooper, Spencer Reed, Kent Hoynacki, Doug McElvain, Kearston Breaux, Ryan Montana, and Patty Bommarito have undoubtedly made a lasting impact on the community.

As the holiday season is upon us, may this event serve as a reminder of the magic that happens when a community rallies for a cause.

Denver, CO: We are pleased to announce the latest addition to our growing Denver team, Cristina! Cristina officially joined us in October to take on the role of Project Manager. A graduate of the esteemed Southern California Institute of Architecture, Cristina is already making her mark as a valued member of our family.

Cristina has over 17 years of experience as project manager, where her expertise spans a wide range of project types, including multifamily residential developments and the renovation of high-end residential and commercial spaces. She has knowledge of the permitting process for various city agencies and has led meetings with client/consultant teams, developed project schedules, and adeptly managed staffing requirements in alignment with impending deadlines.

In her role at Rosemann, Cristina continually monitors project budgets and schedules and serves as primary point of contact for clients, general contractors, consultants, and vendors. She also enjoys visiting project sites to troubleshoot any issues that may arise during construction.

Cristina is skilled at drafting full working sets in conjunction with coordinating consultant drawings, alongside reviewing project specifications and materials. She embraces new technology and software and is proficient with Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Sketchup, Rhinoceros, and Adobe Creative Suite.

Denver Studio Director Nathan Rosemann commented, “We are pleased that Cristina has joined us and we look forward to all the exciting projects and successes that lie ahead with her talent and dedication.”

Cristina is an avid cyclist and runner and embraces the stunning landscapes of Colorado in her free time. Gardening is another one of her favorite pastimes.

Please join us in extending a warm welcome to Cristina!

Denver, CO: A big welcome to Felipe Medrano who recently joined our Denver office as Staff Engineer. He is a graduate of the University of New Mexico with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering and an emphasis on Structural Engineering. As a bilingual motivated team player, he is a welcome addition to our team.

Felipe started his career as a truss/building designer and brings over several years of design experience ranging from small residential additions, single family homes, commercial buildings up to large multifamily buildings. His truss/building design skills include the design of wood structural members, drafting of floor and roof layouts, as well as 3D modeling.

He also brings 5+ years of structural engineering experience with new-build residential projects, residential remodels, and forensic projects. His structural engineering design includes truss repairs, foundation repair, residential additions, single-family tract homes, custom homes, and multifamily buildings. Over his career, he obtained valuable project management skills and CA experience.

At Rosemann, Felipe performs structural design and analysis calculations using governing codes and standards, engineering formulas, skills, and experience. He also researches design options and documents findings, develops probable construction cost estimates and coordinates work with the architectural team.

Felipe’s many software and technical skills include Risa 3D/2D, Tekla Tedds, Revit structural (3D modeling), Auto CAD (2D modeling), Weyerhaeuser Forte and Mitek.

In his free time, Felipe loves hiking, biking, camping, fishing, and, most of all, spending valuable time with his wife and 4-year-old daughter. 

Making a Difference Together! Our amazing Kansas City Team came together to give back to our communities at Harvesters—The Community Food Network. We’re thrilled to share that we’ve assembled over 500 BackSnack bags with a mission to bring smiles to the faces of school children across Kansas and Missouri! 

These bags are filled with essential food items, ensuring that no child goes hungry over the weekend. 

Our collective passion for giving back is one of the things that makes our team special. Taking the time to contribute to local causes is a joy. Thank you to everyone who participated and supported this initiative. Let’s continue to make a difference and spread kindness wherever we go! 

St. Louis, MO: Terra at the Grove is a market rate urban infill apartment community located at the southwest corner of The Grove, one of St. Louis’ most exciting neighborhoods. Its prime location is centrally located near Forest Park and the St. Louis Zoo as well as the Central West End. It also ideally situated for employees of the BJC/Washington University medical campus and the Cortex Innovation Campus.

Originally the site of a set of warehouse industrial buildings, developer Green Street Real Estate Ventures collaborated with Rosemann and the project team to transform the site into a vibrant housing option. Rosemann’s primary focus was keeping the character of the surrounding neighborhood. The design was created within the Forest Park Southeast Form-Based Zoning Code criteria, which regulates the building massing, setbacks and materiality. Terra’s site is in the southwest corner of The Grove, the physical character of which is transitional.

From single-family residential to industrial buildings, bounded on the south and west by transportation infrastructure, the project was informed by its adjacent sites, with prominent street frontage and a primary material palate of masonry and metal siding used to harmonize with its neighbors. The variety of buildings adjacent to the site led to the design of prominent masonry elements at the sidewalk, with siding elements modestly set back to create a varied street presence.

With the building sited to have maximum street frontage, this allowed for the development of a unique and expansive courtyard. The courtyard contains numerous zones that allow for different types of activities including a swimming pool and hot tub, grill pavilions, fire pits, a walking track, and expansive activity lawn.

Terra delivers several unit types with five unique floor plans sprawling across 6-acres and approximately 300,000 square feet. Building circulation routes residents through a double loaded corridor configuration that loops an open courtyard. Units include studio, one- and-two bedroom apartments, 9′ ceilings, bed/bath parity, in-unit laundry, fully equipped kitchens with solid-surface countertops and designer cabinets.

Amenities include a business center with large gathering spaces, public living room and display kitchen, elevated outdoor terraces, a variety of exercise spaces, game room, movie room, work share spaces, packaging center, with multiple outdoor terraces.

Just in time for St. Louis’ crisp, cool weather, residents enjoy socializing in a secure football field sized outdoor courtyard. Opportunities to exercise are easy at Terra’s 2-level gym and yoga/aerobics center and a 100+ secured bike storage and repair area. Also appealing is the swimming pool and hot tub, comfortable cabanas, grill stations, and sundeck. Pavilions, and fire pits add extra appeal, as well as nearby shopping and entertainment options.

Residents love to bring their furry friends to the outdoor dog park and pet-washing station. Kids enjoy being active in the outdoor playground. A four-story secured parking structure with 378 spaces allows direct resident access to each floor. Eight electric vehicle charging stations are adjacent to the apartment building,

Rosemann joined together with a remarkable team of pros on this venture with owner/developer Green Street Real Estate Ventures, LLC; general contractor, GSBG; interior designer, Arcturis; civil engineer, Stock & Associates Consulting Engineers, Inc.; structural engineer, Rosemann & Associates, P.C. and structural engineer (parking garage), Apex Engineering.

Please visit https://www.terra-stl.com/ to learn more about this fun community.

We would like to acknowledge and celebrate Edward English on thirty years of service! A proud graduate of the University of Nebraska, Edward joined us in 1993, when the firm had only four employees. As the company expanded, Edward rose to the occasion and now leads design teams from conception through construction on multiple project types. His influence extends across a wide spectrum, encompassing commercial, historic, multi-family, senior housing, and community-activity facilities. 

Here are a few noteworthy projects of which Edward has successfully overseen the design: 

President & CEO Donald Rosemann commented “Edward has been an essential part of our company’s journey and success since he joined our family thirty years ago. His focus on client relationships and fulfilling our vision have served us well. Congratulations Edward on achieving another milestone in your career and thank you for all that you do!”

We extend our deepest thanks to Edward for three decades of exceptional service and we are truly fortunate to have him as a cornerstone of our team. Here’s to the next chapter of Edward’s journey with us!

It is with great pleasure that we announce a significant achievement within our team. We congratulate Katie Mueller, RA, NCIDQ on the completion of her Architectural Registration Exams (ARE) and becoming a licensed architect in the State of Missouri. She also holds a Master of Architecture degree from Southern
Illinois University – Carbondale, Carbondale, Illinois and a Bachelor of Fine Arts, Interior Design from the University of Central Missouri. 

Katie joined Rosemann’s architectural staff in St. Louis in February 2020 where she works closely with our project teams and provides essential support in technical research and documentation for a wide range of projects, including senior housing, multifamily developments, student housing, commercial properties, and historic preservation initiatives. Katie’s background in interior design adds a distinctive and valuable perspective to each project. 

“We applaud Katie for reaching this accomplishment and we recognize her hard work and dedication to client satisfaction. We look forward to seeing her continued success,” said VP, Studio Director Jarrett Cooper.  

Please join us in commemorating Katie’s outstanding career achievement!