News Archives
2020
New stained glass installation by artist Stephen Wilson enhances the Main Library at Goodwood
The Main Library at Goodwood (designed by Tipton Associates, Cockfield Jackson, and PSA Dewbery) is the perfect destination if you’re …
West Feliciana Parish Schools ranked #1 in Louisiana
Louisiana school district rankings released this week reveal that West Feliciana Parish Schools is now the top-performing district in the …
Tipton dining projects open across the country
A new fall semester means move-in days, anxious parents, bustling campuses, and for many universities across the country—great new dining …
Recent awards for LSMSA, Southwestern, UNCC Charlotte, Purdue, and Samford projects
The best recognition one of our projects can receive is improved quality of life for people and communities we may …
City of Natchitoches unanimously approves Comprehensive Plan
The City of Natchitoches has officially adopted its Comprehensive Plan, in a unanimous council vote on Monday, February 26. Known …
Job opening: Interior Designer
We are currently seeking an Interior Designer, or Interior Design graduate pursuing Professional Licensure, with 3-5 years of experience. Previous …
Job opening: Staff Architect
We’re hiring! Tipton Associates seeks an Architect or Architectural Intern seeking licensure with 0-3 years job experience to support K-12 Schools, …
Meet the good neighbors making positive change in Mid City
Each year, we collaborate with Mid City Redevelopment Alliance on the Mid City Neighborhood Challenge, a friendly competition among Baton Rouge …
Mississippi State University dining to experience $30 million modernization
Students at Mississippi State University are greatly anticipating changes to their dining experience, as seen in the recent article from …
See the transformations of the Servery and the Cove at Southwestern University
At Southwestern University, renovations to the dining spaces create culinary theater for the campus community. The open concepts, enhanced displays, …
Louisiana Tech Tolliver Hall renovation wins Best of ASI Signage award
In our recent renovation of Tolliver Hall at Louisiana Tech University, we sought to modernize the student center (already transformed …
New experiences, fresh looks, and delicious fare as students return to campus
We’re excited to show off a series of summer renovations as students return to campus this month at universities across …
Job opening: Intermediate Architect
We’re seeking an Architect or Architectural Intern seeking licensure with 5+ years of verifiable job experience to support University Dining, …
Applications are open for the Mid City Neighborhood Challenge
Wanna make a change in your environment? Look to your neighbors for help. Each year, Tipton Associates collaborates with Mid …
Twenty years later, the Irene W. Pennington Planetarium is still out of this world
Located on the banks of the Mississippi River, the Louisiana Art & Science Museum has a mission with each visitor. …
Fortune magazine lists LSMSA among “World’s Best Boarding Schools”
Louisiana School for Math, Science, and the Arts ranks among the World’s Best Boarding Schools, according to Fortune Magazine. The …
Stephenson Pet Clinic provides life-saving treatment for hedgehog with cancer
Betty the hedgehog is among the beloved animals receiving cancer treatments at Stephenson Pet Clinic, reports the LSU Reveille.”LSU’s 40,000-square-foot …
Join Tipton Associates and Mid City Redevelopment for 2022 White Light Night this Friday
We always enjoy our Mid City Baton Rouge location and its proximity to restaurants, shops, and parks. But it’s particularly …
West Feliciana High opens new Career & Technical Education Center
West Feliciana High School held a ribbon cutting on Monday, September 19, at 10 am, for their new Career & …
FER Mag highlights our foodservice design at Purdue
Foodservice Equipment Reports magazine has an exclusive look at the Purdue Memorial Union renovation. Our architects Darrin Badon and Liz …
Groundbreaking for vital Pacale-Roque House restoration in Natchitoches
A groundbreaking was held yesterday, May 12, for the renovation of the Pacale-Roque House, on the banks of the …
Mid City Neighborhood Challenge winner announced
What makes a good neighbor? Each year, Tipton Associates collaborates with Mid City Redevelopment Alliance on the Mid City Neighborhood …
Great aspirations at Louisiana Tech
The night before their first classes begin, Louisiana Tech’s freshmen walk to a campus fountain. There, a gowned woman kneels …
We’re growing! Seeking entry-level and licensed architects
At Tipton Associates, Baton Rouge’s oldest architectural firm, our work takes us to campuses across the country and puts us …
Purdue Memorial Union renovation opens on January 10
The countdown is on for Boilermarkers waiting to bound into our renovation of the Purdue Memorial Union. The $47 million …
IT director Chris Polk featured in “Entrepreneur”
Our design work takes us into campuses and communities throughout the country. Staying connected is vital. We give the reins …
Partner Erin Morgan graduates from Leadership Academy
What does an architecture firm have in common with a dairy farm, a hospital, a bank, or even a dance …
Town of Brusly holds groundbreaking for St. James Park
Tipton team members Chris James, Ken Tipton, and Bryon Hume joined The Town of Brusly for a groundbreaking ceremony for …
Gatton Student Center wins AIA Kentucky Honor Award
At this year’s AIA Kentucky Honor Awards, the Gatton Student Center at University of Kentucky was recognized for excellence in …
Beam signing to celebrate Huey P. Long Field House Renovation
Before a building comes to life, we communicate its future in workshops and meetings, renderings and 3D site plans. Sometimes …
The 2021 Mid City Neighborhood Challenge encourages collaborative change
How would you improve your place? Each year, we collaborate with Mid City Redevelopment Alliance on the Mid City Neighborhood …
Architects Shane Higdon and Chris James highlighted at 2021 AIA Louisiana Conference
Each year, AIA Louisiana’s Conference on Architecture connects architects from across the state with riveting presentations and observations to galvanize …
New campus walkways make Louisiana Tech more accessible
A growing campus is not just one with new dorms and dining halls but a place that considers all its …
Tipton Associates designs first non-traditional Walk-Ons at Drew Brees’ alma mater, Purdue
Our latest student life project teams Tipton Associates up with Walk-On’s Enterprises, where it’s always Game Day. Louisiana flavor inflects …
Follow along with our renovations at Huey P. Long Field House
The Huey P. Long Field House at LSU has been an icon for so long, and for so many reasons. …
Our summer architectural internship is open for applications
We are seeking a Student Architectural Intern with verifiable experience to join our growing team for a summer of fast-paced …
Teaching the art of hospitality to Catholic High
When the lunch bell rings, hundreds of high schoolers file through the doors of the new Brother Donnan Berry Student …
Ponce de Leon Dining Hall restoration featured in “Adapt + Reuse”
Recognized by the American Institute of Architects as one of the country’s most important buildings in 1957, and as a …
Two years after a tornado, Louisiana Tech still looks ahead
“A tornado hit Tech” is a simple, even rhythmic, sentence. The reality is a disaster; through the twilight hours of …
Fabie Derbigny named an Emerging Professional in interior design
Louisiana State Board of Interior Designers has named Fabie Derbigny the 2020 Emerging Professional. At Tipton, Fabie works closely with …
The sanctuary shines at St. James Episcopal
At the renovated St. James Episcopal Church, the first difference you’ll see is that you can see at all. “Everyone …
Look overhead and inside our projects at James Madison University
Fly high over the Shenandoah Valley in this aerial tour of James Madison University. It’s a great vantage point for …
Erin Morgan Named Partner at Tipton Associates
We’re pleased to announce the promotion of Erin Morgan, AIA, to the position of Partner with the firm. An LSU School …
A “coast-effective” space: University of South Florida St. Petersburg
This month, we’re showing off our latest student-life project. For “The Nest” at University of South Florida – St. Petersburg, …
Seeking an Architect/Architectural Designer to Join Our Team
We have a position open for an architect/architectural designer with 3–5 years of experience
McNeese students return to Burton Hall
Just a few months ago, McNeese State University sustained significant damage from Hurricane Laura, one of the strongest storms in …
Sustainable Success at University of Virginia Bonnycastle
Our work with Clark Nexsen takes home the USGBC Community Leader Award in higher education
Architect, Photographer, and Puzzler
Thanks to Alan Karchmer’s eye, you can enjoy the power of architecture from the safety of home
COVID-19: Tipton Associates transitions to a work-from-home environment
Following current health guidelines, our team will work remotely for the immediate future
East Baton Rouge Parish Library Wins Library Journal Star Award
One of America’s Star Libraries for the eighth consecutive year
James Madison University D-Hall Earns LEED Silver Certification
Our collaboration with Moseley Architects receives another accolade
Caneview School Opens
The new K-8 school welcomes students in West Baton Rouge Parish
2019
Meet Our New Communications Coordinator
Lucie Monk Carter joins Tipton Associates
Lori Prochaska Earns Accredited Learning Environments Designation
Our senior associate is especially skilled at designing the places where people learn
Auction to Support Iris Domestic Violence Center
Our charity art auction closes on Friday, November 29
2019 Mid City Neighborhood Challenge
Our annual contest with Mid City Redevelopment Alliance had its biggest year yet
Seeking a Student Architecture Intern
Join the fast-paced, collaborative team at Tipton Associates
Join Us for White Light Night 2019
On November 22, we’ll host an open house and silent auction as part of Mid City’s vibrant art hop.
Tipton Welcomes Five New Team Members
We are growing! Tipton has recently added 5 talented people to our team.
LSU Landscape Architecture Student Receives Tipton Travel Award
Yuta Masakane Received the Tipton Travel Award
Tipton Associates seeking Entry Level Architect/Architectural Designer to join our growing team!
We are currently seeking a Entry Level Architect/Architectural Designer to join our team.
2018
2018 Legacy by Lights – Midcity Redevelopment Alliance
Community of Caring Award given to Kenneth Tipton Jr. on behalf of Tipton Associates
Istrouma High School Renovations Awarded a 2018 Good Growth Award
Tipton Associates Honored at 2018 Good Growth Awards
Tipton is proud to partner with Iris Domestic Violence Center
Tipton has committed to work with Iris D.V. to help realize greater efficiencies in their facility as well as plan for improvements and expansion in the future.
Team Member Josh Peak obtains Architecture License
Tipton Associates Congratulates Team Member Josh Peak on his licensure
“The Hub” at University of North Carolina Wilmington awarded a Rose Award
Tipton Associates Honored at 2018 AIA Baton Rouge Rose Awards
LSU French House Renovation Featured in Quad
Tipton Associates LSU French House Renovation Featured in Quad: LSU College of Art & Design Magazine
Congratulations to Fabie, IIDA Delta Regional Chapter’s New VP of Professional Development
Fabie Derbigny Appointed as Vice President of Professional Development on IIDA Delta Regional Chapter Board of Directors
Congratulations Tipton Graduates!
Interns Michelle Jones and Philip McCauley Graduate from LSU
Members of the Tipton Team Volunteered at Gardere Community Christian School
Tipton Associates team members joined Gardere Community Christian School in Baton Rouge as volunteers for their Beyond Barriers event in April.
Team Member Kyle Daroca Licensed Architect
Tipton Associates Congratulates Team Member Kyle Daroca for passing his final architectural licensing exam!
LSU Landscape Architecture Student Receives Tipton Travel Award
Anjelica Sifuentes Received the Tipton Travel Award for her Capstone Project
Starbucks Coffee comes to University of South Carolina
Starbucks is now open in the Cooper Library and the Humanities Building
University of South Florida Opens “The Hub”
New dining complex features modern and custom designs
FIXUP! Mid City Neighborhood Challenge!
Tipton Associates is the proud sponsor of this neighborhood Fixup competition
Renovated BREC Park Celebrates Grand Opening
The event was open to the public and well attended
2017
University of South Florida Opens “The Hub”
New dining complex features modern and custom designs
FIXUP! Mid City Neighborhood Challenge!
Tipton Associates is the proud sponsor of this neighborhood Fixup competition
Renovated BREC Park Celebrates Grand Opening
The event was open to the public and well attended
2016
Erin Morgan Promoted to Senior Associate
Tipton Architect Joins Leadership Team
Grand Opening Held for Broderick Dining Commons
New Tipton Project Opens on ODU Campus
Two Tipton Projects Receive Interior Design Awards
Projects Honored at the 2016 IIDA Gala
Tipton Sponsors MidCity Neighborhood Challenge
Day of community cooperation held Saturday, May 2
AIA Baton Rouge Hosts Building Blocks: If Kids Ruled the City
Tipton Family Participates in Community Educational Event
LSU French House open to students
Renovations to the LSU Honors College building celebrated
Two Promoted to Senior Associate
Lori Prochaska and Scott D’Agostino join the Tipton Leadership Team
2015
Join Tipton for White Light Night
Annual art hop and open house taking place November 20th.
Now Hiring Entry to Mid-Level Landscape Architect / Designer
Seeking team players for multi-disciplinary design team
New Student Commons at University of North Carolina Wilmington
“The Hub” brings new student space to campus
Main Library Receives New Landmark Library Award
Library honored with 3rd Award of Distinction
Team Participates in CANstruction Design Build Competition
Special thanks to our sponsors: Cangelosi Ward General Contractors, Calandro’s Supermarket, and FastSigns
Tipton Celebrates IIDA Award
Interiors Team Honored at the 2015 IIDA Delta Regional IDEA Awards
Studio Retreat Fishing Excursion
The Tipton Dining Studio Enjoys Their Teambuilding Retreat
Tipton Celebrates Grand Openings at University of Kentucky
Ribbon Cutting Held at New Dining Facility
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony held at Mississippi State University
New Dining Facility open to students, faculty, staff
Projects Honored at 2015 Rose Awards
AIA Baton Rouge Hosts Annual Rose Awards Ceremony and Gala
Groundbreaking Ceremony held for BREC Park improvements
Renovations to BREC’s Anna T. Jordan Community Park Begin
Tipton Welcomes 5 New Team Members
New perspectives bring talent to the team.
Tipton Sponsors Teach for America South Louisiana
A Q&A with Kate Sheeder, TFA Teacher
Plans for New Construction at Morehead State University Underway
Tipton partners with EOP on dining facility
Main Library receives Project of the Year Award
ENR Texas and Louisiana has honored project with 2 prestigious awards
2014
Welcome to the Tipton family, Madeleine and Emilia
Congratulations to Architects Chris Washer and Billy May!
LSU Honors College Construction Begins
Interior renovations will be complete in 2015
Scott D’Agostino, 2014 Class of Forty Under 40
Scott has been named as one of this year’s Business Report’s Forty Under 40
Independence Park Plaza & Cyber Cafe Now Open!
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Held to Celebrate New Community Gathering Space
Congratulations to John and Brooke Melancon
John and Booke Melancon were married on October 31, 2014
Congratulations to Fabie Derbigny, Interior Designer, LEED Green Associate
Fabie has earned her license to practice Interior Design.
Tipton competed in the 2014 CANstruction Baton Rouge “Comic-CAN” Design Build Competition
CANStruction is an international charity committed to innovation, hunger relief and collaboration
Tipton Associates awarded the only Gold Rose Award given in 2014
LSU Laboratory School Gymnasium recognized for design excellence with exemplary distinction
Congratulations to William May, Architect, AIA
We are proud to announce Billy is now a licensed Architect and Studio Leader of the firm
Tipton Associates welcomes Betsy to the family!
Congratulations to proud parents Kyle and Ashley on a beautiful and healthy baby girl
Corporate Cup 5k promotes corporate wellness
16 members of the Tipton family successfully completed the 5K
FIXUP! Mid City Neighborhood Challenge!
Tipton Associates is the proud sponsor of this neighborhood Fixup competition
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony & Dedication for the New Main Library at Goodwood
As part of The Library Design Collaborative, Tipton Associates participated in the celebration on Saturday
The Creative Bloc begins construction
The Creative Bloc, in downtown Baton Rouge, commences construction Tuesday, February 17th.
Ole Miss opens Dining Facility
Newly renovated full service dining facility inside the student athlete Manning Center
New Main Library at Goodwood is open to the public
Visit the parish’s new main library!
2013
LA Tech Lambright Sports & Wellness Center receives 4 Awards
The student center expansion and renovation project now open at LA Tech University in Ruston, Louisiana has been recognized with 4 Awards for design excellence
Join us for our annual Open House
Our office will be open to the public Friday November 22nd from 6-10pm. Featuring live music, local art, wine and hors d’oeuvres, and Capital Area CASA
LSU Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory Now Open
Grand Opening celebration held for LA Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory
LA Tech Alumni Walkway Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Celebration well attended by alumni and their families
Tipton Associates offering Landscape Services
We have expanded: Ask us about our Landscape Architecture Services
Bob Jones University
Campus dining renovations are complete and open to students
DDD Design Resource Center Now Open
Baton Rouge Downtown Development District’s new Design Resource Center celebrates opening with Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Congratulations to Fabie!
Fabie Bennett, Professional Interior Design Intern, is now Fabie Derbigny!
Public Workshops held for EPA’s Downtown Greenways Project
Collaborative workshops being held for Downtown Greenways, a project of the EPA’s Greening America’s Capitals initiative
2012
LSU Music & Dramatic Arts wins Gulf States Honor Award
Tipton Assoicates worked with HMS Architects on this design which has now been recognized both locally and regionally
First Baptist Church of Denham Springs Master Plan Adopted
After stakeholder meetings, design charettes, and congregation wide interactive presentations, the congregation voted to approve the new master plan
Welcome to the family!
Billy May is now a father with a healthy baby girl
City of New Roads’ Community Park, NRG Field is open!
Tipton Associates’ designed City of New Road’s community park, which is being implemented in phases
St. Mary’s University opens Diamondback Cafe to Students
Student excitement over transformation of outdated food court spurs further student union renovation
Welcome to the team, Michael!
Michael Trahan joins the Tipton Team as a full time designer
SHSU Northside Dining Receives Design Award
Tipton’s design of the new campus dining facility was awarded the 2012 Silver Rose Award
PlanWest receives recognition both locally and worldwide
West Baton Rouge Master Plan wins ASLA LA 2012 Planning Honor Award and is featured in World Landscape Architecture Website
FIXUP! Mid City Neighborhood Challenge!
Tipton Associates is the proud sponsor of this neighborhood Fixup competition
LA Tech University Lambright Center
The University has unveiled it’s extensive new addition to it’s Student Sports and Wellness Center in a soft opening April 16, 2012
Join Us at Better Block Baton Rouge
Tipton Associates is a proud participant in this Government Street Demonstration Project
Church Master Plan wins LA Landscape Architecture Award
DBCDS Master Plan was awarded the 2013 LA ASLA Honor Award