We are so excited to celebrate The Streamliner Diner as a recipient of our Excellence in Preservation Award!
The Streamliner Diner, located at 120 W Henry Street, is a rare example of a Worcester Streamliner Diner car. It was originally manufactured in 1938 and later relocated to Savannah, where it became a distinctive architectural landmark and community gathering place. With its characteristic Art Moderne style, curved stainless-steel exterior, mahogany booths, and marble counters, the diner represents a unique chapter in Savannah’s cultural and architectural history.
After a devastating fire in February 2025 threatened its future, a dedicated team came together to restore this special place. The smokehouse was reconstructed to match the original configuration with improved structural performance. The Streamliner also underwent a full interior restoration with modernized life-safety, mechanical, and electrical systems. The most challenging aspect of the project was the roof reconstruction which required specialized craftsmanship, custom metal bending, and close coordination between trades.
The Streamliner Diner Rehabilitation transformed a catastrophic loss into an opportunity to safeguard a beloved historic structure. Through skilled craftsmanship, adaptive problem-solving, and adherence to preservation standards, the project restored the diner’s character, improved safety and functionality, and ensured its continued role as a vibrant part of Savannah’s historic landscape for generations to come.
Congratulations to the team, Lynch Associates Architects, JTVS Builders, Tharpe Engineering Group, Method Engineering, and SCAD for their outstanding work in preserving this unique landmark!
#HSFAwards #StreamlinerDiner #SavannahGA #HistoricPreservation #PreservationMatters #Landmark #MyHSF
We are honored to celebrate 7 West Bay Street, home of Savannah Culinary Institute, as a recipient of our Excellence in Preservation Award this year!
7 West Bay Street is located in Savannah’s Historic Landmark District and was constructed in 1856 out of brick and timber framing. Fun fact, it once housed the Savannah Republican newspaper!
The building is typical of Savannah’s historic commercial buildings that front Bay Street. In the Late 20th century, the building was used as several nightlife entertainment venues. The property was purchased in 2018 by the Savannah Technical College Foundation for the college’s Culinary Arts Program.
Through careful masonry repair, structural stabilization, storefront and window restoration, and removal of historically inappropriate materials, this building has been thoughtfully restored and transformed into a vibrant working culinary institute that serves as a hands-on learning environment, equipped with teaching kitchens, classrooms, faculty offices, a café, a bar, a full service restaurant, and a demonstration kitchen.
This project shows that historic buildings can be equipped for modern uses that suit the needs of our community today.
Congratulations to the dedicated teams, Hansen Architects, The Pinyan Company, Tharpe Engineering, and Method Engineering Group, who made this award winning preservation possible!
#myHSF #HSFAwards #HistoricPreservation #SavannahGA #PreservationMonth #historicrestoration
We’re honored to share that the Streamliner Diner has been recognized by the Historic Savannah Foundation for excellence in preservation.
This project reflects the care, collaboration, and craftsmanship required to preserve one of Savannah’s unique historic structures while adapting it for a new chapter of use. We’re grateful to have played a role in protecting and revitalizing a piece of the city’s architectural history alongside an incredible project team.
Preservation projects like this continue to highlight the importance of thoughtful restoration and adaptive reuse throughout Savannah’s historic landscape.
Project Team:
@lynch_arch , @methodsav , @tharpeengineeringgroup , @scaddotedu
The Live Oak Veterinary Specialists projects is rockin’ and rolling.
TEG is providing structural engineering for this new 11,000-veterinary specialty and emergency hospital in Savannah. This facility is designed to support critical care environments, advanced imaging like CT and MRI, surgical suites, and a full ICU—requiring thoughtful coordination to ensure the structure supports both performance and precision.
From specialized equipment loads to resilient, efficient design, every element is engineered to meet the demands of a high-performing healthcare facility.
Great collaboration with
@liveoakvetspecialists@choateco@jonathanclarkarchitects@felderassociates@methodsav
Thanks to @choateco for the video
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A thoughtful balance of history and forward-thinking design.
Hanak Hall stands as a great example of how preservation and modern use can come together seamlessly. Originally built in 1872 and now transformed into executive offices for SCAD, this project maintains its historic character while supporting a new chapter.
Tharpe Engineering Group provided structural engineering for the renovation, working alongside a strong team to help bring this vision to life.
Thank you to Hansen Architects for highlighting this project and sharing these images.
Project Partners:
West Construction Company
Hansen Architects
Method Engineering Group
Thomas & Hutton
#TharpeEngineeringGroup #StructuralEngineering #HistoricPreservation #SavannahGA #AdaptiveReuse HanakHall
Something special is almost ready Savannah 🎶
The @nickelandoaklounge is set to bring an unmatched live music experience to the city; blending elevated design, intimate atmosphere, and unforgettable performances under one roof.
At JTVS Builders, we’re fired up to be part of bringing this vision to life from the ground up. This one’s all about collaboration, working alongside the talented team at @savannaharchitect (Kevin Rose), @methodsav , and @kaitlynkoehninteriors to turn a bold concept into a one-of-a-kind venue.
From the GC side, it’s where coordination meets craftsmanship; aligning every detail so the design, systems, and interiors come together seamlessly.
This is the kind of project that gets us excited to show up every day.
Savannah, get ready.
“There are two things that make a room timeless: a sense of history and a piece of the future.”
– Charlotte Moss
The renovation of Hanak Hall reflects a careful balance between preservation and modern transformation. Originally constructed in 1872 as a four-story brick townhouse for William H. Baker, the building later served as home to the Georgia Medical Society for over a century. Today, the 11,000 SF structure serves as executive offices for the Savannah College of Art and Design.
Original Italianate details remain intact throughout, including the decorative bracketed eave, cast iron window hoods, and the original fireplaces that now anchor the renovated interiors. The William Baker House has been listed as a contributing building within the Downtown Savannah Historic District since 1979.
Learn more about this project on our website: /hanak-hall
Project Partners:
West Construction Company @westconstructionco
Tharpe Engineering Group @tharpeengineeringgroup
Method Engineering Group @methodsav
Thomas & Hutton @thomasandhutton
We’re incredibly proud to announce that JTVS Builders has been honored in the 2026 AGC Build Georgia Awards for three of our projects, recognizing excellence in craftsmanship, detail, and dedication to the built environment.
First Place – Bobbie’s Diner
First Place – Streamliner Diner
Merit Award – Eckburg Hall
Each of these projects tells a story of thoughtful execution, respect for history, and a relentless commitment to getting the details right.
This recognition is a direct reflection of the people behind the work. We’re grateful to our clients, partners, and team, whose collaboration and trust continue to push every project further.
Here’s to building with purpose and raising the bar every time.
Bobbie's Diner and Streamliner Diner
Project Team:
@scaddotedu@lynch_arch@tharpeengineeringgroup@methodsav
Eckburg Hall Project Team:
@scaddotedu@ls3p
A resilient comeback for a Savannah landmark.
We’re excited to see the final photos of Streamliner following the 2025 fire now beautifully renovated and opening soon. As part of the renovation and reconstruction efforts, all original wood elements at the "smoke shack" were severely damaged by the fire. We worked with SCAD's design team to replicate the previous design, including the design and detailing of the timber structure and new foundation elements to support it. It’s always meaningful to be part of projects that restore and strengthen spaces so important to our community. We can't wait to get our Strangebird on soon!
We are excited to post the final photos of the completed renovation of Streamliner/Strangebird Diner after the 2025 fire. The project required complete demolition of the smokehouse, full interior rebuilds, major system upgrades, and a complex roofline redesign featuring a custom standing-seam metal roof. This Savannah landmark will soon be open once again. We were proud to be a part of bringing her back to life again and look forward to enjoying this gem again soon.
Project Team
@lynch_arch@tharpeengineeringgroup@scaddotedu@methodsav
Visit the link in our bio to learn more about this project.
Clear Lake Amenity came together nicely and currently leasing townhomes to this beautiful Freehold Capital Managment Community. #Development #construction #savannah #georgia
