About us
Making a positive impact for many generations to come.
Seven Generations A+E (7GAE) delivers creative solutions inspired by Indigenous traditions, beliefs, and planning. Founded in 2012 as a Tribally-Owned, 8(a), Small Disadvantaged business, our core value is Seven Generation Sustainability; an ecological concept that urges the current generation of humans to live sustainably and work for the benefit of the seventh generation into the future. 7GAE is wholly owned by Mno-Bmadsen, the investment enterprise of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi. Our team specializes in architecture, planning, interior design, research, and design consultation.
Seven Generations Architecture and Engineering is located in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
Est.
2012
Tribally
Owned
Mno-Bmadsen Owned
Established to support the growing need for design and construction services for Tribes.
Mno-Bmadsen established Seven Generations Architecture and Engineering to support its growing need for design and construction services within the Tribe’s geographic and economically controlled land development. The motivation went well beyond the concept of design and engineering as form and function, and incorporates the firm’s core value of Seven Generation Sustainability — an ecological concept that urges the current generation of humans to live sustainability and work for the benefit of the seventh generation into the future.
Achieving great things.
Seven Generations Architecture + Engineering
Leadership Team
Karl Kowalske
President
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EDUCATION
- Master of Business Administration (MBA) | Michigan State University
- Master of Architecture | University of Michigan
- Bachelor of Science in Architecture | University of Michigan
Karl Kowalske
President
As President of Seven Generations Architecture & Engineering, Karl is accountable for overseeing 7GAE’s operations and working with the team to ensure each team member finds his or her path to success. Karl is responsible for providing strong leadership for the company by working with the board and other executives to establish short and long-term goals, plans and strategies. Karl has focused his career on developing performance-driven healthcare solutions that improve outcomes, serve communities, and fit clients.
Registrations/Certifications:
Architectural License
- Michigan #1301054562
- Indiana #AR11400034
- Ohio #ARC 1015168
Professional Credentials
- LEED Accredited Professional
- ACHA
- EDAC
- NCARB
Steve VandenBussche
Vice President of Practice | Senior Healthcare Architect
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EDUCATION
- Master of Architecture | University of Michigan
- Bachelor of Science in Architecture | University of Michigan
Steve VandenBussche
Vice President of Practice | Senior Healthcare Architect
Steve is the Vice President of Practice at Seven Generations Architecture and Engineering and leads the Healthcare Architecture and Planning for the company. Steve has provided high level design and professional services to a wide range of client types in the Healthcare and Higher Education market sectors. His goal on every project is to provide superior service by utilizing the latest tools in technology to assist in communicating and visualizing our client’s desires. His role is to assist with the visualization and implementation of the program and design approach for the project.
Registrations/Certifications:
Architectural License
- Michigan #1301053051
Professional Credentials
- LEED Accredited Professional
Ivan McPherson
Federal Program Manager
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EDUCATION
- Master of Arts in Management | Webster University
- Bachelor of Science in Psychology | Michigan State University
Ivan McPherson
Federal Program Manager
Ivan McPherson oversees 7GAE field staff agents across the country and is responsible for the coordination, direction, and completion of contracts with the Defense Health Agency (DHA). Ivan is also tasked with contributing to company strategy and helping to lead the growth of Seven Generations A+E.
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Scott Winchester
Project Manager | Tribal Liaison
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EDUCATION
- Bachelor of Architecture | University of Notre Dame
Scott Winchester
Project Manager | Tribal Liaison
Scott is responsible for tribal client relations, planning, business development and project management. He is an enrolled member of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi and has over 35 years of architectural experience specializing in design of Tribal healthcare, educational and justice facilities.
Scott’s strengths include a collaborative approach that links the vision of the client with the expectations of the larger community in order to create facilities that benefit everyone, focusing on sustainability.
Registrations/Certifications:
Architectural Licenses
- Michigan #130103189
- Indiana #AR00860109
- Wisconsin #5185-005
- Illinois #001-009957
- NCARB #31971
Join The Team
We are always looking for individuals that are excited about the future of the built environment.
See Available Careers at 7GAEPartner With Us
We are continuously seeking multi-disciplinary engineering and construction teaming partners for our work.
If you are interested in teaming up with us, reach out through our website's submission form.
Get in TouchTribal partners, help us identify synergies and contact you if applicable.
Connect With UsCertifications.
Tribally Owned
As a Tribally-owned company, working with Indigenous people is our passion at Seven Generations Architecture and Engineering. We understand that these projects not only add to the services a Tribe can offer its citizens, but in many cases are the culmination of years of effort by passionate Tribal citizens.
Next8(a) Certified (2/2023)
SBA (8a) is an ownership/diversity certification sponsored by the Small Business Association (SBA) of the United States government. The 8(a) program is a nine-year business development program that provides business training, counseling, marketing and technical assistance to small businesses that have been certified.
NextSDB
Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) is an ownership/ diversity self-certification recognized by the Small Business Association (SBA) of the United States government. This certification is for organizations that are owned (at least 51%) by one or more disadvantaged persons. SDB status makes a company eligible for bidding and contracting benefit programs involved with federal procurement.
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