He is affiliated with the Urban Land Institute and the American Institute of Architects (AIA). His practice areas include Living—Environments where we live, work and gather; Learning—Places where teaching and learning happen; Cultural—Places that provide memorial experience; Heritage—Preserving the historic and significant places that define us. Hess’ personal statement: As architects and designers, our ability to quickly adapt and pivot through unpredictable times is essential in today’s market. Architects are known as great problem-solvers, but the real trick is helping our clients move forward and to see the bigger picture, despite all the uncertainty. Hess has a Bachelor of Design from the University of Florida and a Master of Architecture from the University of Michigan.