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Black Designers Demand Equity and Justice in the Built Environment
Architecture

Black Designers Demand Equity and Justice in the Built Environment

African American architects and activists call for equitable design in historically redlined neighborhoods

Hedgerow Theatre Puts Esherick Furnishings on the Auction Block
Art & Design

Hedgerow Theatre Puts Esherick Furnishings on the Auction Block

Rose Valley’s historic repertory theater plans to liquidate pieces designed by legendary furniture maker Wharton Esherick to make ends meet. Joe Brin has the details

Jewelry Designer Adds Flair to Old Stable in East Passyunk
Art & Design

Jewelry Designer Adds Flair to Old Stable in East Passyunk

An old horse stable in South Philly finds a new function in the fashion world. Stacia Friedman takes a look inside

Industrial Design Firm Has A Knack For The Clickety-Clack
Art & Design

Industrial Design Firm Has A Knack For The Clickety-Clack

Theresa Stigale takes us inside the headquarters of Oat Foundry at Frankford Arsenal where its split flap signs are winning the hearts of customers around the globe

Design Coalition Aims To Bridge The Old-New Divide
Art & Design

Design Coalition Aims To Bridge The Old-New Divide

Move over Miami, the Philadelphia Design District is getting ready for some time in the spotlight. The coalition of gallery owners, artisans, and tech startups want to transform Old City into a hive of contemporary design, while preserving the neighborhood’s historic character. Joe Brin takes a look inside the idea with co-founder Eugenie Perret

North Broad’s “Lion Of Zion” Finds Strength In Design
Art & Design

North Broad’s “Lion Of Zion” Finds Strength In Design

Zion Baptist Church opens its doors to a sustainable future and a North Philly revival. Rachel Hildebrandt has the story

New 40th Street Trolley Portal Design Dull On Arrival
Art & Design

New 40th Street Trolley Portal Design Dull On Arrival

University City District’s beautification of the 40th Street Trolley Portal was high on concept, but appears to have fumbled on delivery. Contributor Ann de Forest has the full review

From Prints To Trivets, Art Imitates Life Of Manhole Covers
Art & Design

From Prints To Trivets, Art Imitates Life Of Manhole Covers

Contributor Jonathan Schmalzbach talks with a designer and a printmaker about their obsession with manhole covers and public utility as creative muse


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