Michael Longfellow | Vice President, Construction & Development | Spectrum Retirement
"Vessel has consistently met, and exceeded, our expectations. Along with the many concrete qualities that Vessel’s principals and team members bring to the table – design talent and technical expertise – they also offer an important intangible: they are enjoyable to work with."
Tom Reichardt | ReiCon Constructors
“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.”
Jason Clement | Sports Facilities Advisors
“Brian and Vessel Architecture truly acted with integrity. They delivered on time and with the expectation of high quality.”
Brett Krug | Solutions MEP Engineering
“Despite the fact that the founders of Vessel Architecture & Design attended the University of Kansas, they have overcome all odds and fared reasonably well. It could be the Wildcat power that they’ve injected into their organization. We manage to get along with them despite our differences, and have not had any fist fights as of yet, at the same time we have not been in the same room during a KSU KU game yet either.”
Wade Paschall | Private Client
"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.”
Mike Lawson | New Frontiers
“Based on my experience I would highly recommend Vessel. Their ability to work with us through a major remodel of an existing historic structure and produce a set of drawings that reflected our desires for using the space was second to none. Their input was helpful in every phase of the project - their knowledge and expertise extended beyond simply generating drawings. This was especially helpful in our case because the complexity of our project required 'build to suit' drawings. Vessel was regularly on site during the demolition and construction phases of our project and was instrumental in seeing the project through. For any future projects I would feel no need to look further than Vessel.”
Richard Smith | Kirkwood Building Group
“As builders and consultants we have successfully worked with Vessel for over three 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.”
Joseph E. Shively | Shively Builders
“I have worked with Vessel on a large residential estate, from design to development. Without reservation I can attest that they have been professional in their work and have been hands on at all times. I have been in the construction business for over 50 years. I am pleasantly surprised that these young men bring new ideas and a fresh new beginning to the building industry. I can think of no one I could recommend higher than Vessel for your architectural needs.”
Ronn Lansky | Aprudentia
“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.”
Bryan Mowrey | Jubilee Church
“Pete was great to work with. Our case wasn't cut and dry and he was very patient and accommodating. He gave us a lot of good options and remodeling strategies and was very helpful in not just getting the right initial plan, but in making sure the plan worked (codes, contractors, etc). He was very friendly and demonstrated a good balance of interpersonal skill and technical knowledge.”
Amod Paranjpe | Private Client
“We were impressed from the beginning. The design aspect was of course the basis upon which the project was grown. Your architectural expertise transformed our rough conceptualization of expanding and enhancing our home. The plans laid out were simple, yet elegant. You were open to our wishes and diplomatic with the real constraints as they presented. Everyone has a notion of how they want their project to be, but most would not know where to begin. Your skills provided that first important step. Thanks for everything.”
Linda Orr | Riverbend Financial Group
“Our company has worked with Vessel for a number of years. We at Riverbend Financial have consistently referred Brian and Vessel to our clients. We appreciate Vessel’s professional quality and their ability to communicate with our business clients. Vessel’s scope of imagination and talent are only limited by the resources made available. We look forward to future projects with Brian and his firm.”
Michael Pirrie | BFH Trucking
“Upon meeting Brian, you will see the focused discipline of a fine architect and businessman. Brian has great patience in his relationships with customers always striving to accommodate their varying creative styles through careful listening. He invests his time gathering information, scrutinizing options, and analyzing personal styles in order to provide the best possible product for his clients. In choosing Brian Van Winkle and Vessel Architecture you will receive a commitment to good judgment, sound ethical practice, and outstanding service.”
Wayne C. Bircher, CPA | Bender & Company
“After talking to Keith Hart this morning, I had to write and express my appreciation for the manner in which you have worked with my friend’s employer in developing a plan to expand the facility. I was pleased to hear that Vessel Architecture works with their clients in the same professional, pleasant and responsive manner that I have become accustomed to as a client of our firm.”
John Collins | Pillar Design Group
“I wanted to let you know how much we have enjoyed being part of your team. The relationships and team atmosphere that Vessel Architecture & Design creates help us to produce a quality product for your client. This team atmosphere and your creativity are impressive attributes that are to be valued. We look forward to being a part of your future success.”