- The re-envisioned Norris Apartments in North Philadelphia has earned the Philadelphia Housing Authority a “Building a More Perfect Pennsylvania Award. ” The 10,000 Friends of Pennsylvania lauded the PHA’s first LEED certified project for its green and mindful adaption of the space within the context of its Temple neighborhood.
- Philly Urban Living posits that the latest Toll Brothers’ project—the $31 million “2400 South” development—is suburbanization come full circle.
- FlyingKite.com explores Viridity Energy’s move from Conshohocken to 10 Penn Center at 18th & Market. The article points to the growing need for such green energy companies to connect with New York and Washington. Seeking consistency, the energy firm intentionally selected the LEED building over a host of Center City competitors.
- This Sunday, October 16th, Bartram’s Garden will become The Switched-On Garden, an exhibition intended to blur the “distinction between biological and digital worlds.”
About the author
Stephen Currall recently received his BA in history from Arcadia University. Before beginning doctoral studies, he is pursuing his interest in local history, specifically just how Philadelphians engage their vibrant past. Besides skimming through 18th century letters, Steve is also interested in music and travel.
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