RLPS Architects

In my experience, individuals tend to overlook accessibility considerations until they or a close family member personally requires it. At that point, addressing accessibility challenges may become significantly more challenging. Thanks to City & State PA and AIA Pennsylvania for allowing me to talk about the perceived stigma of accessibility features (when you don't need them) and how architects and designers can creatively include them without calling attention to them. https://lnkd.in/dp4Vfehe #AccessibleEnvrionments #SeniorLiving #rlpsArchitects #Architecture #InteriorDesign

Team members enjoyed their time at the David L. Nett Staff Training Day earlier this week, where they were able to reconnect with clients and old friends and make new connections. Thank you, Capital Area IU and Lincoln IU, for organizing this event. #K12architecture

Senior Interior Designer, Debbie Kimmet attended NeoCon 2024 in Chicago last week. Deb enjoyed chatting with vendors and seeing all the latest and greatest. She came back to the office full of ideas and inspiration.  #NeoCon2024 #interiordesign #inspiration

At today's RLPS University staff lunch, our 2024 Summer Interns presented the annual Intern Showcase. As they practiced presenting, we got to know each student better. They covered a bit about themselves and their educational paths including studio projects (everything from first-year drafting through a grad school thesis), study abroad trips, family pets, sports, and volunteering. Our newest interior design team member, Allison Merckx, joined in as well since she recently completed her bachelor's degree. Thanks to each of you for all the work you put into this.    l to r: Morgan Robertson, Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology; Seth Wienholt, Penn State University; Alex Wolf, Virginia Tech; Allison Merckx, B.I.A, Marywood University graduate   Remote presenters: (l) Elizabeth Laman, Assoc. AIA, Carnegie Mellon University and (r) Julia Briner, Virginia Tech

Imagine classrooms filled with natural light☀, vibrant plants🌱, and calming nature-inspired🌾spaces. Biophilic design brings the outdoors inside and transforms schools into vibrant, healthy, and inspiring places to learn and grow. At our fall education workshop, Places to Be Well: Student and Staff Centered Design, you'll learn how incorporating biophilic design into educational spaces can cultivate a new generation of learners who feel connected to the world around them. Check out our whitepaper for more information, and click the link⬇below⬇to register for our workshop. #k12architecture #biophilicdesign https://lnkd.in/eNdj-Eag

Meet Ellie Strickler, the newest Construction Administrator at RLPS. Ellie holds a bachelor's degree in business management but has always worked in the construction and development industry, and is looking forward to contributing her resourceful skills in her new role. She lives in Elizabethtown with her husband, Rob, two children—Cora (10) and Sam (8)—and their neurotic Australian Labradoodle, Muzz. When not at work, Ellie enjoys renovating their 1960s home and exploring other creative endeavors. Welcome, Ellie! We are grateful to have you on the team!

While some things have changed, the core of who we are and what we do hasn't changed. We're celebrating our clients, consultants, and staff throughout our 70th year and thank each of you for being part of our history and our future. #rlps70years

Introducing Allison Merckx – RLPS's new Interior Design Associate! Allison recently graduated from Marywood University's Bachelor of Interior Architecture program. With experience as a Kitchen & Bath Designer and an interior design intern, she brings a fresh perspective to our team. During her time at Marywood, Allison was actively involved in student life and the School of Architecture. She served as the Class of 2024 Interior Architecture Representative on the student council and a member of Women in Architecture and Design. She also held the positions of Treasurer and Co-President of the IIDA campus chapter. Beyond her architectural pursuits, Allison was the Service Chair of her sorority, organizing events to raise money and awareness for Breast Cancer. She enjoys reading, going for walks, swimming, and playing tennis in her free time. We are excited to see the creativity and enthusiasm she will bring to RLPS. Welcome, Allison!

Last week, we welcomed staff from Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology to our Lancaster office for a staff retreat. While they were here, RLPS employees who are Thaddeus Stevens' alumni shared fond memories of their time at Thaddeus and how it helped shape them and their career pathway at RLPS. We were able to snap a picture before the group left and even included one of interns who is a freshman at Thaddeus Stevens! Can you spot the intern? #architecture #careerpath

If you're attending the Masonic Community & Services Association's 2024 MCSA Conference, check out this session which will focus on developing interior design strategies to tell the story of your community and local history for a unique brand identity that will truly resonate with consumers.  RLPS interior designer, Kristin Novak, will join Adrienne Staudenmayer with Masonic Villages of Pennsylvania and Josh Van Den Berg with Three Pillars Senior Living Communities for this entertaining and informative session. We hope to see you there!