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As the 2026 Utah Valley Parade of Homes (@UVParade As the 2026 Utah Valley Parade of Homes (@UVParade) gets underway, we’re reflecting on Auberge de la Famille and the design approach that shaped the project. Rather than pursuing a contemporary mountain house aesthetic, the home draws inspiration from traditional European farmhouses through the use of simple forms, natural materials, and timeless architectural detailing. The 10,000 sq. ft. residence was designed to feel both expansive and deeply welcoming, balancing large gathering spaces with a sense of warmth and intimacy throughout. We’re honored to continue seeing the project featured in this year’s Parade advertising and look forward to following along with this year’s tour. Builder: @Raykon_Construction Interiors: @FourChairsFurniture Photography: @UtahValleyVideos #uvparade2026 #uvparade #utahcountyhomes #utahparadeofhomes
Hard to believe a year has passed since the 2025 U Hard to believe a year has passed since the 2025 Utah Valley Parade of Homes (@UVParade), where Auberge de la Famille was honored with the People’s Choice Award. Nestled into the foothills of Traverse Mountain in Lehi, Utah, the residence was designed as a secluded retreat elevated above the surrounding landscape. Large expanses of glass frame distant views of Utah Lake and the Wasatch Range, creating a constant connection between the interior spaces and the dramatic natural setting beyond. As this year’s Parade begins, we’re excited to see the homes and teams featured throughout the 2026 tour. Best of luck to all participating. Builder: @Raykon_Construction Interior Design: @FourChairsFurniture Photography: @UtahValleyVideos #uvparade2026 #uvparade #utahcountyhomes #utahparadeofhomes
Congratulations to all of this year’s Preservation Congratulations to all of this year’s Preservation Achievement Award recipients recognized by the Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia (@PresAlliancePHL) for their dedication to preserving and strengthening the historic places that shape our communities. We are especially proud to have been part of the team recognized with a Grand Jury Award for the Laurel Hill Cemetery (@LaurelHillPHL) Gatehouse project. Collaborating on projects that preserve the character, history, and continued use of meaningful places is always rewarding, and we are grateful to have shared in this accomplishment alongside the entire project team. Photography: @JeffreyTotaro Owner's Representative: @AegisPropertyGroup CM & Builder: @WolfeScottBuilders MEP Engineer: Bruce Brooks & Assoc (now @IMEGCorp) Structural Engineer: @KeastandHood Consulting Engineer & Surveyor: Herbert E. MacCombie Conservator: @Kreilick_Conservation Lighting Design: The Lighting Practice Architectural Millwork: Boyertown Planing Mill Co. #PreservationAlliance #PreservationAllianceAwards #PhiladelphiaPA #LaurelHill
We are excited to share that Archer & Buchanan is We are excited to share that Archer & Buchanan is appearing in the Excellence in Design - Philadelphia feature in the May issue of Architectural Digest. The feature highlights our approach to design, rooted in a respect for context and a commitment to creating spaces that are a reflection of each client and their vision. Thoughtful design begins with understanding the people, history, and surroundings that shape a project, and we are grateful for the opportunity to share the principles that continue to guide our work. Photography: @JeffreyTotaro, @TomCrane111, Halkin | Mason Magazine: @ArchDigest #ArchitecturalDigest #Architect #GreenvilleDE #Architecture #UniqueDecor
Few traditions capture the spirit of the Main Line Few traditions capture the spirit of the Main Line quite like the Devon Horse Show (@Devon1896). Archer & Buchanan was honored to contribute to the showgrounds through the design of the Devon Horse Show Pavilion, a multi-functional building created to support the evolving needs of this historic venue while respecting its longstanding architectural character. Designed to serve administrative, hospitality, and emergency services functions, the pavilion was envisioned as a seamless addition to the grounds, balancing tradition with functionality for generations of riders, spectators, and guests to come. As this year’s show continues through May 31, we’re grateful to have played a small role in a Main Line institution that has brought the community together for more than a century. For tickets and information about the Devon Horse Show, visit www.devonhorseshow.net. Photography: @JimGrahamPhotography #DevonHorseShow #Showgrounds #DevonPA #Equestrian #MainLine
As we conclude our highlight of the Gatehouse at L As we conclude our highlight of the Gatehouse at Laurel Hill for Historic Preservation Month, we're taking a closer look at one of its defining features: the restored Gothic Revival gates. Dating back to approximately 1836, these monumental cast iron gates stand nearly 14 feet tall and weigh roughly 2,500 pounds. After years of deterioration and being removed from service, they underwent an extensive rehabilitation process combining traditional craftsmanship with modern technology, including 3D scanning to accurately preserve their historic design details. Today, these gates once again serve as the grand entrance to @LaurelHillPHL, welcoming visitors through a restored landmark that has symbolized the site for nearly two centuries. Owner's Representative: @AegisPropertyGroup CM & Builder: @WolfeScottBuilders MEP Engineer: Bruce Brooks & Assoc (now @IMEGCorp) Structural Engineer: @KeastandHood Consulting Engineer & Surveyor: Herbert E. MacCombie Conservator: @Kreilick_Conservation Lighting Design: The Lighting Practice Architectural Millwork: Boyertown Planing Mill Co. #HistoricPreservationMonth #PreservationAllianceofGreaterPhiladelphia #Philly #LaurelHill #PreservationAward
Memorial Day weekend often marks the beginning of Memorial Day weekend often marks the beginning of summer routines. Doors open a little earlier, evenings stretch a little longer, and outdoor spaces become the heart of the home once again. At Colby’s Run, terraces, covered outdoor living spaces, and the infinity-edge pool were designed to create a seamless connection between the home and the surrounding landscape, offering spaces for gathering, entertaining, and quiet moments throughout the season. Framed by gardens and ancient woods, Colby's Run reflects a balance of simplicity, elegance, and indoor-outdoor living that feels especially fitting as summer begins. Builder: @PohligHomes Landscape: @Hess.LA Exterior Photography: Don Pearse Photographers #MDW #MemorialDayWeekend #StartofSummer #OutdoorLiving #PoolGoals
Historic Preservation Month is about more than sav Historic Preservation Month is about more than saving buildings. It is about preserving the stories, spaces, and community connections they represent. Founded in 1836, Laurel Hill Cemetery became one of the pioneering cemeteries that transformed how Americans viewed these landscapes, creating places not only for remembrance but also for reflection and community. Today, the Gatehouse remains the only original cemetery building still standing, serving as an enduring symbol of @LaurelHillPHL and a gateway for generations of visitors. The recent rehabilitation of the Gatehouse addressed critical preservation needs while reinforcing its role as a civic and cultural landmark, ensuring this historic icon can continue welcoming visitors for years to come. Owner's Representative: @AegisPropertyGroup CM & Builder: @WolfeScottBuilders MEP Engineer: Bruce Brooks & Assoc (now @IMEGCorp) Structural Engineer: @KeastandHood Consulting Engineer & Surveyor: Herbert E. MacCombie Conservator: @Kreilick_Conservation Lighting Design: The Lighting Practice Architectural Millwork: Boyertown Planing Mill Co. #HistoricPreservationMonth #PreservationAllianceofGreaterPhiladelphia #Philly #LaurelHill #PreservationAward
Color shapes atmosphere, influences emotion, and q Color shapes atmosphere, influences emotion, and quietly defines how we experience a space. Though trends evolve, the psychology of color in architecture and interiors remains timeless. A few colors and the feelings they often evoke: • Blue brings a sense of calm, focus, and stability. Often used in bedrooms, libraries, and gathering spaces, softer blues can create a restorative atmosphere while deeper tones add richness and depth. • Green feels connected to nature and balance. From muted sage to saturated forest tones, green can make interiors feel grounded, welcoming, and serene. • Yellow introduces warmth, optimism, and energy. Used thoughtfully, it can brighten kitchens, breakfast rooms, and transitional spaces with a sense of light and liveliness. • Red creates intensity and warmth. Rich reds and terracottas can add intimacy and drama, especially in dining rooms, studies, or historic interiors. • White offers clarity and openness. It reflects natural light beautifully and allows architectural details, materials, and furnishings to take center stage. • Black adds contrast, sophistication, and definition. Whether through accents, millwork, or exterior details, darker tones can create striking visual balance. • Earth tones like ochre, clay, sand, and taupe continue to resonate for their timelessness and connection to the natural world. As we shared in our article “For Consideration: The Power of Color” back in 2020, thoughtful color selection is never just decorative. It influences how spaces are experienced, remembered, and lived in. Builders: @PohligHomes, @CherokeeConstruction, @EBMahoneyBuilders, @GriffithsConstruction, @DewsonCC, @WSCBuilder, @ProvidenceOne, BJ Drueding Interiors: Patricia Gorman Associates, Inc., @JaneGoodDesign, @BGDLtd, @BunnyWilliams_InteriorDesign, Joanne Bateman Photography: @TomCrane111, @AngleEyePhotography, @JeffreyTotaro, @FrancesoLagnese, @JimGrahamPhotography #PowerofColor #ColorfulHome #ColorTheory #Atmosphere #InteriorDesign
An evening where community, creativity, and purpos An evening where community, creativity, and purpose come together. We’re honored to support the 2026 Camphill Gala, benefiting @TheCamphillSchool and their extraordinary mission of nurturing children and young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through education, care, and community living. The gala will take place on May 29, 2026 at @FoxfieldFlowers in Phoenixville. #CamphillGala #CamphillSchool #PhoenixvillePA #WatercolorRendering #FoxfieldFlowers
“The Spaces That Shape Us” The way a home lives i “The Spaces That Shape Us” The way a home lives is often shaped long before the walls go up. It’s in the instinct to gather, to nurture, to create spaces that feel both functional and deeply personal. Kitchens that become the center of everything. Living rooms designed for connection. Quiet corners carved out for rest and reflection. Gardens that invite time outdoors. These moments, routines, and rhythms don’t happen by accident. They’re influenced by the people who understand how a home should feel. Today, we’re reflecting on the ways mothers shape not just homes, but the experiences within them. Happy Mother's Day from Archer & Buchanan! Photography: @JeffreyTotaro, @RE.VideoPros, Halkin Mason Photographers #MothersDay #SpacesThatShapeUs #Gather #MomsDay
May is National Historic Preservation Month, and w May is National Historic Preservation Month, and we are highlighting a project that celebrates the value of historic places and the care that goes into their continued life. We are thrilled to congratulate @LaurelHillPHL for being recognized by the Preservation Alliance of Greater Philadelphia (@PresAlliancePHL) with a preservation award for the rehabilitation of the Gatehouse exterior. This recognition reflects a thoughtful and collaborative effort to preserve an important piece of the site’s history while ensuring its longevity. We are grateful to have been part of the team behind this work and to contribute to a project rooted in both stewardship and craftsmanship. Thank you to those who helped share the story: Nancy Goldenberg, CEO/President, Laurel Hill Grace Reynolds, Project Manager, Aegis Rachel Birch, Project Architect, Archer & Buchanan Owner's Representative: @AegisPropertyGroup CM & Builder: @WolfeScottBuilders MEP Engineer: Bruce Brooks & Assoc (now @IMEGCorp) Structural Engineer: @KeastandHood Consulting Engineer & Surveyor: Herbert E. MacCombie Conservator: @Kreilick_Conservation Lighting Design: The Lighting Practice Architectural Millwork: Boyertown Planing Mill Co. #HistoricPreservationMonth #PreservationAllianceofGreaterPhiladelphia #Philly #LaurelHill #PreservationAward
We’re proud to continue our longstanding support o We’re proud to continue our longstanding support of the Willowdale Steeplechase, taking place this Saturday, May 9! This iconic event brings together tradition, community, and the beauty of the Brandywine Valley, all values that closely align with our work. From the rolling landscapes to the timeless architecture that defines the region, it’s a setting that continues to inspire. We look forward to another memorable day at @WillowdaleRacing this weekend. For more information about the event, visit willowdale.org. #SteeplechaseSeason #Willowdale #KSQ #KennettSquare #EquestrianEvent
Ready for a little coastal escape? Take a peek in Ready for a little coastal escape? Take a peek inside Duxbury Point Residence on Maryland’s Eastern Shore—a sophisticated waterfront home resting in the sweet spot of stylistic balance that conveys beach and nautical themes, but quietly. Architectural details and interior design elements celebrate spirit and place in a way that is subtle, refined and completely personal to the client. The result? A calm, elevated retreat that feels effortlessly connected to its surroundings. Thanks to Project Architect Laura Woolford Izzo and Principal/Interior Designer Laura Buchner of Meadowbank Designs for sharing how this beautiful vision came to life. Builder: @LindsayConstructionInc. Interior Design: @MeadowbankTeam Still Photography: @JeffreyTotaro #WaterfrontLiving #CoastalDesign #Architecture #InteriorDesign #EasternShore
“The whole is greater than the sum of its parts.” “The whole is greater than the sum of its parts.” That idea comes to life at Duxbury Point Residence. A great client. A talented builder. A thoughtful interior designer. That alone sets the stage for success. But when you’ve worked together before—when trust, communication, and shared vision are already in place—that’s when a project truly excels. We’re always humbled to be invited back by our clients. And when we can reunite the same team, we know the process will be as rewarding as the result: efficient, collaborative, and genuinely enjoyable. Thanks to Project Architect Laura Woolford Izzo, Principal/Interior Designer Laura Buchner of Meadowbank Designs, and Design Manager Christie Bowman Coyle of Lindsay Construction for sharing the value of this level of teamwork. Builder: @LindsayConstructionInc Interior Design: @MeadowbankTeam Still Photography: @JeffreyTotaro #Architecture #Collaboration #DesignProcess #Teamwork #ResidentialDesign
April showers have a way of following you inside. April showers have a way of following you inside. A well-designed mudroom creates a thoughtful transition between outdoors and in, keeping wet coats, muddy boots, and daily clutter organized and contained. In this space, every detail was considered to balance durability with a sense of calm, even on the rainiest days. Because great design is not just about how a space looks, but how it lives with you every day. Photography: @JeffreyTotaro Interior Design: @MeadowbankTeam Builder: @LindsayConstructionInc #AprilShowers #MudroomGoals #SpringSeason #MudroomDesign
So exciting to see seasonal tickets available for So exciting to see seasonal tickets available for the @BrandywineMuseum of Art NC Wyeth Mural Experience at Point Lookout Farm near Wilmington, DE! As part of the tour, visitors can view the "Apotheosis of the Family" mural painted in 1932, measuring 19 feet high by 60 feet long housed in a new Round Barn built by King Construction. We are proud to be the architects, supporting the design by Jamie Wyeth himself. For more information, visit the Brandywine Museum of Art website. Builder: @KingBarns_1978 Structure: @KraftHorseWalker #BrandywineMuseumofArt #NCWyeth #MuralExperience #WilmingtonDE
Originally built around 1720 and expanded in the 1 Originally built around 1720 and expanded in the 1930s by architect Walter K. Durham, Mine Road Farm in Chester County includes a carriage house, spring house, 1820 bank barn, and the main residence. Archer & Buchanan restored and stabilized the historic fieldstone buildings, reconfiguring the third floor of the main house with dormers to add space without altering the footprint. The 9,000-square-foot property, set on 26 acres overlooking a spring-fed pond, received a Design Award of Excellence from the Pennsylvania Society of American Registered Architects and was featured in Period Homes magazine. Builder: @ebmahoneybuilders Landscape: @jala.inc Photography: @tomcrane111 #mineroadfarm #farmgoals #chestercountypa #malvernpa #chesco
We are thrilled to congratulate Laurel Hill Cemete We are thrilled to congratulate Laurel Hill Cemetery (@LaurelHillPhl) and project partners @AegisPropertyGroup, @BBA_Engineers (now IMEG), Herbert E. MacCombie, Jr. PE Consulting Engineers & Surveyors, Inc., @KeastandHood, @Kreilich_Conservation, The Lighting Practice (@TLP_Inc), and @WolfeScottBuilders on receiving a Grand Jury Preservation Award from the Preservation Alliance of Greater Philadelphia (@PresAlliancePhl) for the Laurel Hill Gatehouse Rehabilitation. It is an honor to be part of the team responsible for restoring the iconic landmark. Designed in 1836 by John Notman, the Gatehouse is a contributing structure of Laurel Hill Cemetery’s National Historic Landmark status and the last remaining original building in the cemetery. The Gatehouse has come to symbolize Laurel Hill, and its rehabilitation is inextricably linked to the continued preservation of the 78-acre site and the perpetuation of the stories and legacies behind the cemetery’s gravestones, monuments, and landscape. Photo: @JeffreyTotaro #PreservationAlliance #GreaterPhiladelphia #LaurelHillCemetery #HistoricLandmark
As the seasons change and outdoor living returns, As the seasons change and outdoor living returns, the connection between interior spaces and the surrounding landscape becomes even more apparent at the Bucks County Farmhouse. In the main living areas, finished and rustic materials create a rich textural contrast. A bright sitting room with smooth plaster ceilings and painted millwork transitions through a broad stone arch into dining and kitchen spaces where fieldstone, exposed timber, and rafters introduce a sense of historic character. Tucked into the stone wall, a wood-fired pizza oven stands ready for the casual gatherings that come with warmer days ahead. Builder: @PorterConstructionLLC Interiors: @KiddCarrCo Photography: @JeffreyTotaro #BucksCounty #Farmhouse #ModernLayout #ExposedTimber #HistoricCharacter
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