John Marx, AIA, is the founding design principal of Form4 Architecture in San Francisco, California.

He advocates for including Philosophy, Art, and Poetry in the thoughtful making of place.

Keenly aware that architecture is a balancing act between self-expression and collaboration, he uses the compelling power of form to create emotionally resonant architecture and urban spaces.

In addition, John is a part-time student of Absurdity, Paradox, Kindness, and Art.

J Absinthia Vermut is an artist, businesswoman, and entrepreneur passionate about making things.

She is CEO and Founder of Absinthia’s Bottled Spirits, makers of the woman-made and distilled award-winning Absinthia Organic Absinthe.