Tippetts/Weaver Architects

We couldn’t be happier that the College Avenue project is finally underway! Congrats to our great team: Site Design Concepts, Inc., Benchmark Construction Company, HDC MidAtlantic, and the City of Lancaster, Pennsylvania!

Looking for an exterior kitchen for entertaining but wanting to maintain the aesthetics of a traditional farmhouse, the couple turned to Tippetts/Weaver architects for a solution. With a firm understanding of the area’s history, and the clients' reverence for historic structures, T/Wa suggested reimagining the exterior kitchen as a modern interpretation of a summer kitchen. Summer kitchens, a prevalent feature in local agrarian architecture, were often a rectangular, one or two-story, structure in close proximity to the main house. Usually semi-detached or completely detached, the summer kitchen accommodated the essential cooking functions but, without adding any more heat to the main living quarters. The additional heat, while a boon in the winter, was an equal disadvantage in the height of summer.  Working closely with contractor Andrew Wiegand of Wiegand Inc., T/Wa designed a structure using heavy timber, a traditional cedar shake roof, and an exhaust hood influenced by the mass and proportions of a fireplace and chimney, the heart of an historic summer kitchen. The structure was left partially open to optimize the connection to the owners' meticulously maintained gardens and to provide natural ventilation.  The completed structure provides a fully functional kitchen and a space for intimate outdoor dining. #summerkitchen #wiegandinc #schoutendrywall #exteriorkitchen #patio

On the tailwinds of Lancaster Airport Authority's Tuesday morning press release that they will be partnering with Breeze Airways™ to provide non-stop flights to Orlando, T/Wa wanted to announce its own exciting achievements at LNS. T/Wa's thoughtful redesign and expansion the existing passenger terminal earned them a Citation Award from the AIA Central PA. The jury commented, “This is a very clever expansion to a hangar that makes the project so much more than a hangar. The continued use of timber framing, expansive windows, and well-appointed furnishing create comfortable and contemporary spaces. The creative layout of space on the second floor compliments the function of the ground floor and will ensure this building is well utilized.” The new renovations, coupled with already outstanding service, have catapulted Alliance Aviation into the top tier of fixed-base operators across the US. We are proud to have partnered with LNS, Paragon Engineering Services and Wohlsen Construction Company to make the expansion a reality! Safe travels to Orlando!  #LNS #BreezeAirways #AIACentralPA #Orlando #AllianceAviation #AirNav

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Today is a perfect day to revisit T/Wa’s work on the Bierhall Brewery and restaurant! On the ground where Mehaffey's Eden Hotel once stood in the early 20th century, T/Wa was tasked with recreating that comfortable and familiar feel the Eden Hotel once provided, whilst also incorporating the unique style of the Bierhall’s vision. A Bier Garden and recreation space are located outside the original footprint of the building, ensuring that the two eras of hospitality intermingle in a seamless transition. Take today as an opportunity to visit the Bierhall Brewery and enjoy the St. Patrick’s Day specials, atmosphere, and comradery. Thank you to our partners Benchmark Construction Company and Paragon Engineering Services for their help and teamwork throughout this process! #stpatricksday #stpatricksday2024 #stpatricks #bierhallbrewery 

T/Wa is honored to commemorate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on his 95th birthday. #mlk #mlkday2024 #martinlutherkingjr #martinlutherkingjrday

Wishing family and friends happy holidays and a prosperous 2024! #happyholidays #newyear #newyear2024

Grateful for our friends and family on this day of thanks.  Happy Thanksgiving! #Thanksgiving #grateful #thankful #family #friends

As part of AIA Central PA's Expose’ & Design Awards, T/Wa toured the newly revitalized Southern Market Lancaster. Completed by C. Emlen Urban in 1888, the majestic bowstring trusses frame the first-floor’s main hall. Our tour guides, Brent Stebbins, AIA and Dustin Julius of RLPS Architects, indicated the renovated hall, totaling 7,500 square feet, now accommodates seating for 250 patrons. Anchored by Bar 1888, a 30-seat tavern operated by Willow Valley Communities, the new bar, surrounded by an extensive mix of upstart food vendors, is the perfect complement to the Urban building.  #lancaster #architecture #design #southernmarket #tour #aiacentralpa

Joining with AIA Central PA, T/Wa enjoyed a walking tour of downtown City of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Alongside other local architectural firms, we delighted in the perfect fall weather and the beauty of our historic downtown. We stopped along the way to admire several local architectural landmarks, including the Goldberg and Byer Building, Central Market, and the Greist Building. The Goldberg and Byer Building, and the Griest Building were completed by renowned Lancaster architect C. Emlen Urban. The Central Market was designed by English architect James Warner in 1889. We also appreciated the Murray Building, a wonderful example of a Beaux Arts-style office building. The tour was led by Daniel Gagliano of Mowery Construction & MATTHEW FUNK BARLEY of RLPS Architects. Both provided unique insight and history surrounding these iconic buildings that have helped define the Lancaster skyline for generations.   #lancaster #architecture #design #tour #historiclancaster #historic #C.Emlin #JamesWarner

Thank you to HDC MidAtlantic for hosting such an essential roundtable discussion! We are proud to have been a part of such an important conference driving initiative, diversity, and economic opportunity for those in our communities. #afordablehousing #supplierdiversity #strongcommunity #economicimpact #generalcontractor #architects #roundtable