ABOUT WEDDERMANN

WE BELIEVE ARCHITECTURE SHOULD SERVE ITS COMMUNITY

Weddermann Architecture, PLLC, began in 2010 with a desire to create architecture for people, not profits — for our community, not awards.

Over the years Weddermann Architecture has grown — but our foundation hasn't shifted. Our mission remains deeply rooted in the belief that architecture should serve its community.

Great design should be pursued in an effort to help people, not to be featured in a glossy magazine spread. Our proudest moments are when completed projects positively impact our community: we are proudest of projects like community centers, teen shelters, artwork for domestic violence shelters and church parish halls.

A TIGHT & TALENTED TEAM

Weddermann Architecture is a certified woman-owned firm. The Weddermann team includes licensed architects, professional designers, and fabricators.

As a collective we have a strong passion for community and would love to help you realize your project.

MEET THE TEAM

PRINCIPLES OF STEEL:

STRENGTH & FLEXIBILITY

Founder Jennifer Weddermann discovered metal art by way of necessity, resiliency, and resourcefulness — three driving forces Jennifer has always embodied. When Jennifer was in graduate school she took a furniture design course. The standard material of choice, lumber, was well out of her limited budget so she headed to the junkyard and gathered up steel remnants to complete and ace her project.

Working with metal strengthened Jennifer's creativity and innovative approach to architecture that would establish her as a visionary in the field. To this day, Jennifer incorporates metal art in her projects turning ordinary and utilitarian architecture into something extraordinary.

In 2015 Jennifer was asked to fabricate a panel of the ornate metal art grilles she designed for the YWCA Pierce County domestic violence shelter for an exhibit entitled By the People: Designing a Better America, which showcased the best healing environments in the country.

The Y’s remodel of an existing apartment building into domestic violence survivor housing was nationally recognized for its success in exemplifying the concept that “beauty is important,” and a comfortable beautiful home furthers healing. The exhibit traveled the country, from the Cooper Hewitt in New York City, ending in the Smithsonian in Washington, D.C.

GET TO KNOW JENNIFER WEDDERMANN

COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABILITY

Sustainable design starts with looking at the whole project and observing ways to minimize impact on the Earth. This involves reusing a building, if possible, or orienting a new building to maximize sunlight and reduce heating costs. These strategies are woven into the fabric of our design process.

While there are many avenues to sustainable design, we will help you investigate the best approach to your project. Whether you wish to prioritize eco-friendly and climate-safe strategies or you aim to be cost-effective, we will deliver a building that meets your needs and wants. Founder and lead architect, Jennifer Weddermann, is a LEED Accredited Professional and has worked on LEED certified structures.

U.S. Green Building
Council Member

LEED Leadership in Energy
& Environmental Design

WEDDERMANN ARCHITECTURE AWARDS + CERTIFICATIONS

Washington State Certified Women-Owned Business

BUILDZOOM 2021
Top 5 Architect in Tacoma

U.S. Small Business Administration
2023 Small Business Person of the Year State Winner

U.S. Small Business Administration
Certified Women-Owned Small Business

Voted Best Of Showcase Magazine
2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024

Design Build Institute of America (DBIA) Certified

WORKING WITH WEDDERMANN

Whether you're in the dream phase or ready to build, we'd love to hear more and starting scheming with you. excited to collaborate with you to bring your dream space to life.

The Weddermann Project Process

Tell us about your project by filling out the form below.
We'll contact you to schedule your discovery session so you can share what you have in mind and ask any questions. Please allow 7-10 business days for response.
We'll walk you through every step of the process as we design your space.
We stay in a high level of communication with you and all contractors to ensure your vision comes to life.