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Archer & Buchanan Architecture

Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd. is creating architecture of Character, Beauty, & Style.

Archer & Buchanan Architecture is a full service architectural design firm meeting the needs of sophisticated clients who value a collaborative design process, attention to detail and quality construction. Since our inception in 1996, Archer & Buchanan has been recognized for exceptional design of residential projects including new homes, additions, renovations and historic restorations; equestria

n facilities; and institutional projects including work for educational, not-for-profit and commercial clients. Our philosophy begins with the belief that buildings will be inhabited for a century or more and should continue to gain character, beauty and value as the years pass.

08/19/2026

The dog days of summer remind us to slow down and savor the season while it lasts.

Whether it's enjoying a quiet morning on the porch, opening the windows to welcome a warm breeze, or gathering with family and friends outdoors, the best homes are designed to embrace these simple moments. Thoughtful architecture creates spaces that invite us to linger, connect, and make the most of every remaining summer day.

Here's to soaking up the last stretch of summertime.

Photography: Angle Eye Photography

08/18/2026

Few materials connect a home to its surroundings as naturally as stone.

Used for foundations, walls, terraces, chimneys, and landscape features, stone provides a sense of permanence and authenticity. Its texture, color, and variation help anchor a residence within the landscape while offering durability that can withstand generations of use.

When thoughtfully incorporated into a design, stone allows architecture to feel as though it has always belonged to its site.

Builder: White Horse Construction, Inc., Porter Construction, E.C Trethewey Building Contractors, Griffiths Construction Inc., J. Donovan Construction, Baroni Building Co., Curtis Cruse Construction, Inc.
Landscape: Hess Landscape Architects, Cotswold Gardens, Elliott S. Templeton Landscape Co.
Photography: Angle Eye Photography, Tom Crane

08/13/2026

Thoughtful design means every space has a purpose.

In this 1910 home, the former kitchen was reimagined as a hardworking support space designed for the way the family lives and entertains. A fully equipped scullery provides a dedicated area for food preparation, catering, and storage, while the spacious mudroom keeps daily life organized with room for sports gear, backpacks, packages, and even a dog shower. Behind the scenes, these functional spaces help the home's main kitchen remain the welcoming centerpiece for family and guests alike.

Photography: Stacy Zarin Goldberg Photography
Builder: Cassella Builders Inc.
Interior Design: Stephanie Kraus Designs, LLC
Interior Styling: Gabrielle Langdon

08/11/2026

A kitchen can be much more than a place to cook. It can become the heart of the home.

By transforming a former covered brick patio into a light-filled solarium kitchen, this renovation created a space designed for everyday living. Surrounded by windows, doors, and skylights, the room is filled with natural light and thoughtfully planned to accommodate everything from quiet breakfasts and homework sessions to holiday gatherings. While the new addition becomes the home's central gathering place, its design carefully preserves the architectural rhythm and timeless character of the original residence.

Photography: Stacy Zarin Goldberg Photography
Builder: Cassella Builders Inc.
Interior Design: Stephanie Kraus Designs, LLC
Interior Styling: Gabrielle Langdon

08/06/2026

Some of the most meaningful design decisions are the ones that preserve what already exists.

For this 1910 Main Line home, the renovation centered on honoring its original character by retaining architectural details that have stood the test of time. From the arched French doors that fill the home with natural light to the dining room's original millwork fireplace and the beautifully crafted staircase, each preserved element celebrates the home's history while contributing to its next chapter.

Photography: Stacy Zarin Goldberg Photography
Builder: Cassella Builders Inc.
Interior Design: Stephanie Kraus Designs, LLC
Interior Styling: Gabrielle Langdon

08/04/2026

A home designed not just for today, but for a lifetime.

Throughout this project series, you'll hear from Interior Designer Stephanie Kraus as she shares the design decisions that helped shape this thoughtfully restored 1910 Main Line summer home. Every detail was guided by a long-term vision, creating a place that will grow alongside the family through every stage of life while honoring the home's historic character.

Calm, timeless, and thoughtfully crafted, the home offers a peaceful retreat today and a lasting foundation for generations to come. Stay tuned for more about this project!

Photography: Stacy Zarin Goldberg Photography
Builder: Cassella Builders Inc.
Interior Design: Stephanie Kraus Designs, LLC
Interior Styling: Gabrielle Langdon

08/01/2026

We are honored to share that the Laurel Hill Gatehouse Restoration project has been recognized with a 2026 Pennsylvania Historic Preservation Award for Construction Restoration by Preservation Pennsylvania.

Originally constructed in 1836, the Gatehouse stands as an important landmark whose restoration required thoughtful collaboration, exceptional craftsmanship, and a deep respect for its historic character. Through meticulous woodworking, masonry conservation, and the return of its monumental cast-iron entrance gates, this project helps ensure the Gatehouse will continue to welcome visitors for generations to come.

Congratulations to the entire project team, craftspeople, and partners whose dedication made this recognition possible. We are grateful to have contributed to the preservation of such a significant piece of Pennsylvania's architectural heritage.

Photography: Jeffrey Totaro
Owner's Representative: Aegis Property Group
CM & Builder: Wolfe Scott Builders and Construction Managers Inc.
MEP Engineer: Bruce Brooks & Assoc (now IMEG)
Structural Engineer: Keast & Hood
Consulting Engineer & Surveyor: Herbert E. MacCombie
Conservator: Kreilick Conservation LLC
Lighting Design: The Lighting Practice
Architectural Millwork: Boyertown Planing Mill

07/30/2026

Featured in the latest issue of Philadelphia Style Magazine, Main Line Manor reflects the beauty of thoughtful preservation paired with modern living.

Inside, every intervention was guided by a respect for the home's 1936 origins. A new family room, defined by custom millwork and a gracious fireplace, creates a warm gathering space filled with natural light. The expanded kitchen introduces a breakfast banquette and improved connection to the adjoining living spaces, making the home better suited to the rhythms of everyday life. Throughout, new finishes were carefully selected to feel authentic to the home's history while offering a fresh perspective for contemporary living.

The result is an interior that feels timeless, elegant, and seamlessly connected to the home's architectural legacy.

Photography: Jeffrey Totaro
Interior Design: Taste Design Inc.
Builder: E.C Trethewey Building Contractors
Interior Styling: Anthony Amiano
Landscape Architecture: Jonathan Alderson Landscape Architects

07/28/2026

Perched above a sweeping lawn and surrounded by mature trees, Main Line Manor has been a defining presence in Gladwyne since 1936. We are honored to see this project featured in the latest issue of Philadelphia Style Magazine.

Designed originally by the Philadelphia firm of Irvine & Durham, the home's English Country architecture inspired every design decision throughout its restoration. Carefully scaled additions, restored dormers, and thoughtfully detailed new windows and French doors preserve the home's historic character while strengthening its relationship to the surrounding gardens and landscape. Every modification was designed to feel as though it had always belonged, respecting the original proportions, materials, and craftsmanship.

A home with deep roots, thoughtfully renewed for generations to come.

Photography: Jeffrey Totaro
Builder: E.C Trethewey Building Contractors
Landscape Architecture: Jonathan Alderson Landscape Architects

07/23/2026

We are honored to be featured in the latest issue of Philadelphia Style magazine.

The article, Mind Your Manors, highlights a home thoughtfully transformed to balance historic character with contemporary living, an approach that has long been at the heart of our practice. Every project is an opportunity to preserve the architectural legacy of a place while creating spaces that enrich the lives of those who call it home.

Thank you to Philadelphia Style Magazine for sharing this story and celebrating the enduring value of thoughtful, timeless design.

Photography: Jeffrey Totaro
Interior Design: Taste Design Inc.
Builder: E.C Trethewey Building Contractors
Interior Styling: Anthony Amiano
Landscape Architecture: Jonathan Alderson Landscape Architects

Address

125 West Miner Street
West Chester, PA
19382

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+16106929112

Website

https://www.archerbuchanan.com/

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