
Architecture & Design
Why do we save white monuments and let Black history rot?
People damaged historic buildings in the aftermath of protest. Let’s not mourn. Instead, think about the values and stories we tell with our architecture.
9 months ago
Coronavirus is pulling us 6 feet apart. Philly’s magnetism will bring us together again.
An urban planner reflects on how Philadelphia’s street design, transit and neighborhoods could change as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.
9 months ago
How a pandemic inspired your bathroom
Before COVID-19, the 1918 pandemic changed our world and with it, home design. This is how a century-old pandemic inspired the modern bathroom.
11 months ago
Designing at a distance: Coronavirus is changing how Philly architects work
In Philadelphia, designers are responding to the coronavirus pandemic with new ideas — and urgent questions about engaging with community while public life is on hold.
11 months ago
How the Municipal Services Building became Philly’s most polarizing government tower
The Brutalist structure was once considered revolutionary.
11 months ago
DIYers and fashion designers in Philly region sew face masks for health care workers
Facing a shortage of face masks, health care workers go to DIYers and designers for help. Philadelphia launches task force to set mask-making standards.
11 months ago
New showcase for the work of sculptor Alexander Calder is making its way to the Parkway
A future “sanctuary” on Philadelphia’s Parkway will be devoted to the famed mobile artist and his artistic family.
1 year ago
Time running out to save historic ‘MLK House’ in Camden
That structure is now on the verge of collapse in the face of indecision by local and state officials.
1 year ago
Atlantic City mayor: Tear down ‘eyesore’ of ex-Trump casino
Atlantic City's mayor wants to demolish the former Trump Plaza Hotel & Casino.
1 year ago
Developer of Philly’s priciest condo to demolish and remake Rittenhouse landmark
The developer of the Laurel, Southern Land Company, will dismantle and painstakingly reconstruct a Rittenhouse landmark.
1 year ago
Philly urban growth and design trends we want to take into 2020
Philadelphia is changing rapidly. How can we design smarter, more equitably, and more beautifully to improve the quality of life of our city’s residents?
1 year ago
5 power moves changing Philly neighborhoods for 2020
PlanPhilly’s look back at 2019 focuses on changes in renter’s rights, preservation policy, and exclusionary planning.
1 year ago
Brian O’Neill’s bid to ban rooftop decks in Northeast Philly just got killed
Republican Councilmember Brian O’Neill lost his battle to ban all roof decks and limit the height of homes in his Far Northeast Philadelphia district.
1 year ago
City Council is making it harder to demolish buildings in 6 historic Philly neighborhoods
A bill expected to pass City Council aims to stem demolitions of historic buildings.
1 year ago
NYC set to require ‘bird-friendly’ glass on new construction
NYC lawmakers are poised to adopt legislation requiring “bird-friendly” glass on all new construction to cut down on the thousands of birds who die flying into the buildings.
1 year ago