Business Details
Your Trusted Architectural Partner in Mechanicsburg, PA
TKS Architects was founded on the principle that architecture is fundamentally a service profession. Our approach combines creative design with practical execution, ensuring innovative solutions are thoroughly documented and construction processes meet project goals. With expertise in healthcare, senior living, education, and commercial sectors, we prioritize programmatic achievement and budgetary compliance.Our team holds accreditations from AIA, NCARB, CSI, and ICC, and we are licensed in 21 states. We emphasize continuing education to maintain code compliance expertise while delivering efficient, aesthetic projects. By merging with Mul Group in 2025, we now offer expanded engineering and environmental services while maintaining our service-first ethos across offices in Mechanicsburg, Lancaster, and York.
Services
Healthcare
Senior Living
Education
Commercial
Interior Design
Public Safety
Religious
Food Service
Laboratory Facilities
Code Compliance
Highlights and features
- We offer over 35 years of architectural experience in Central Pennsylvania.
- Our team includes AIA, NCARB, CSI, and ICC accredited professionals.
- We maintain active licenses in 21 states for nationwide project capabilities.
- Our 2025 merger with Mul Group adds in-house engineering and environmental services.
- We prioritize continuing education to stay current with evolving building codes.
Associations and certifications
- American Institute of Architects (AIA)
- National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB)
- Construction Specifications Institute (CSI)
- International Codes Council (ICC)
Services
Healthcare Architecture
We design healthcare facilities optimized for functionality and patient care. Our expertise includes laboratory-grade spaces with natural lighting and cutting-edge materials. Projects emphasize flexibility for evolving medical needs while maintaining strict budget controls. Our team ensures compliance with healthcare-specific building codes and operational requirements.
Senior Living Design
Our senior living solutions balance safety with comfort through thoughtful spatial planning. We incorporate accessibility features while maintaining aesthetic appeal. Designs prioritize wayfinding, emergency response systems, and communal spaces that promote resident well-being within budgetary constraints.
Commercial Architecture
We create efficient commercial environments tailored to business operations. Our approach combines brand identity with functional layouts. Projects address zoning regulations, ADA compliance, and technological integration while maximizing return on investment through cost-effective material selection.
Interior Design
Our interior design services focus on optimizing interior environments for functionality and aesthetics. We specialize in material selection that balances durability with visual appeal. Projects emphasize workflow optimization and code compliance while maintaining alignment with client brand identities across various sectors.
Code Compliance
We maintain current knowledge of complex building codes across 21 states. Our team ensures projects meet all regulatory requirements while minimizing cost impacts. This includes accessibility standards, fire safety protocols, and environmental regulations through proactive design solutions.
People
Doug Tilley
Design Principal
Doug leads TKS Architects' design efforts with over 30 years of architectural experience. He maintains AIA membership and focuses on delivering client-centric solutions while preserving the firm's service-first philosophy through the Mul Group merger.
Joseph Mul
President/CEO
Joseph Mul, a licensed architect with AIA accreditation, oversees TKS Architects' business operations. He manages client relationships and strategic growth while integrating Mul Group's engineering resources to enhance service capabilities across Central Pennsylvania.
Questions
What architectural services does TKS Architects offer?
We provide healthcare, senior living, education, commercial, religious, and interior design services with a focus on code compliance and budget-conscious solutions.
Is TKS Architects licensed outside Pennsylvania?
We hold active licenses in 21 states and can obtain additional licenses through NCARB reciprocity agreements for multi-state projects.
What accreditations does TKS Architects maintain?
Our team holds accreditations from AIA, NCARB, CSI, and ICC, ensuring compliance with current building codes and industry standards.
How did the Mul Group merger affect TKS Architects?
The 2025 merger added in-house structural engineering, geotechnical, and environmental services while maintaining our service-first approach across expanded Pennsylvania offices.
