JKRP Architects

05/28/2026

Early construction is underway at 2640 E. Lehigh Avenue, where wood framing is beginning to define the shape of a new four-story development in Philadelphia’s Kensington neighborhood. The 32,852 SF building will include 36 affordable apartments, along with a first-floor lobby and amenity spaces, utility and storage areas, and a partial basement. At this stage, the framing offers an early look at how the building’s structure, scale, and residential layout are beginning to come together on the 10,412 SF site. The project is being developed through a partnership between Volker Development Inc. and Timber LLC.
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Project Team:
Domus Construction
Holstein White Engineers
Cooke Brown
MaGrann Associates
Ruggiero Plante

05/26/2026

Last week marked an exciting milestone at 100 W. Lancaster Avenue as The Piazza at Ardmore officially broke ground. Located at the corner of Lancaster and Ardmore avenues, the five-story mixed-use development will bring 270 apartments, ~30,000 SF of ground-floor retail, and ~480 parking spaces to Ardmore’s business district. The project is envisioned as a transit-oriented addition to downtown Ardmore, strengthening walkability and adding new residential, retail, and public-facing space near the train station. We are proud to see this next phase move forward and to be part of a project that will contribute to the continued growth of this area.
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Team:
Piazza Management Company
Radnor Property Group
IMC Construction
Bohler
Stuart + Associates LLC.
Floss Barber, Inc. Interior Design
IMEG
Alderson Engineering

05/22/2026

05/20/2026

At more than 35,000 SF, Big Air Woodstock brings together trampolines, climbing elements, dodgeball courts, ziplines, ninja-style attractions, and other high-energy experiences within one cohesive indoor environment. The design works to effectively translate the franchisor’s brand into the built space, balancing guest flow, visibility, and activity zones to create an energetic and immersive indoor trampoline park experience. 🔸

05/14/2026

Last week, JKRP team members attended the 25th Annual Scholarship Breakfast hosted by the ACE Mentor Program of Greater Philadelphia. The morning celebrated the students, mentors, and industry partners helping shape the next generation of professionals across architecture, construction, and engineering. Having been involved with ACE since its early years, we have seen firsthand how it helps open doors for the next generation. We are proud to continue supporting an organization that invests in the future of the industry and the students who will help shape it. 🔸

05/12/2026

Thank you to Quality Buildings LLC for hosting some of our Residential team members for a tour of their Lancaster facility, where they fabricate wood wall panels. Many of our projects utilize prefabricated wood walls to help reduce overall project schedules, and it was great to see the fabrication line translating shop drawings into individual panels with window openings and exterior sheathing.

05/08/2026

Will you be attending NeSSA next week? Dave and Devon will be heading to Connecticut to connect with industry colleagues at the show and discuss the evolving needs of the industry. If you are planning to attend, be sure to reach out to schedule a time to connect about your next facility. 🔸 Northeast Self Storage Association

05/07/2026

Next week, we will be attending the 2026 LeadingAge PA Annual Conference, joining conversations around the future of design and the evolving needs of the residents these communities support. We look forward to connecting with industry peers who are thinking about how these spaces support not only care, but comfort, connection, and quality of life. If you plan to attend, reach out to connect with the team. 🔸

05/06/2026

Scenes from last week, where Jason joined Dave Wallace (Turfway Entertainment) and Mik Oca (US Design Lab) for a presentation exploring the process behind creating successful . It was great to step outside of day-to-day project work and engage in broader conversations shaping the industry. We are grateful for the opportunity to be part of those conversations and to connect with so many passionate professionals across the industry this week. 🔸

05/05/2026

This past weekend, JKRP & Friends participated in the Ronald McDonald House Philadelphia Plane Pull, joining 40 teams across the region to raise critical funds for families staying at the Ronald McDonald House. As part of that effort, our team raised $4,820 and pulled a 75,000 LB plane 75 feet in 20.03 seconds. The Plane Pull event raised an impressive total of $176,750!
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Each year, this event brings together a group that reflects how we work every day: a mix of architects, engineers, contractors, developers, consultants, former teammates, and longtime collaborators. While we may not all sit under the same roof, we continue to show up together, on projects and for our community. The relationships we build do not end when a project does. It is a privilege to be part of this effort and to support RMHC and the families they serve. We look forward to our continued partnership!
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We are grateful to everyone who joined us: O'Donnell & Naccarato, Pennoni, Alderson Engineering, Penn Lighting Associates, GFT, Donia Designs, The Michaels Organization, HSC Builders & Construction Managers, and SJR Structural