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DesignPhilly Volunteers Have All the Fun.

By Elizabeth Paul on Sep 28, 2022

DesignPhiladelphia volunteers are the heart of our annual festival. We are fortunate to have such an engaged and dedicated group of folks who LOVE design and Philadelphia join us each October. Sign up today to volunteer for the festival and learn what fun perks we have for our 2022 Festival Volunteers! Opportunities to get involved are limitless. Do you frequent neighborhood coffee shops, galleries, or other small businesses? How about helping us spread the word about the festival by dropping off some of our posters or festival highlight brochures? Want to network with the “in-design” crowd? Volunteer for the kickoff party. Do you enjoy building things and working with your hands? Sign up to be at Cherry Street Pier for our install days. Lover of fashion? Help Grant BLVD during their Fashion as Activism program. Volunteer training and orientation will take place on October 6 at the Center for Architecture and Design, 1218 Arch Street, Philadelphia. But first, sign up for your volunteer timeslots, so we know to send you an invitation. We have volunteer opportunities to suit everyone, but spaces are limited, so sign up now to reserve the volunteer assignment(s) that tap into your interests. Sign Up Now!... Read more »

Brickworks Design Studio: More Than Just Bricks.

By Elizabeth Paul on Sep 19, 2022

The Brickworks Design Studio in Philadelphia is a modern space that offers the architectural and design community a premium design experience where they can collaborate on projects, select from Glen-Gery’s broad product portfolio of high-end, stylish bricks, and host or attend industry and networking events. Located at 1319 Walnut Street, the Philadelphia Design Studio is a stunning 3,500 square foot space on the first floor of the Witherspoon building, which is known for its distinctive architectural details. Architects, developers, and other trade professionals have endless design possibilities with both traditional brick products to modern, sleek colors and high-end Venetian glass brick. Inspired by Philadelphia’s old-world charm, the retail space also features products that are synonymous with the city, including authentic handmade brick and premium wood molded brick. The highly qualified staff at this design studio provide expert consultations to architects and consumers who are embarking on a new building or renovation project. Please check the DesignPhiladelphia website for more information on upcoming Brickworks/Glen-Gery events during DesignPhiladelphia.... Read more »

Artesano Garden, New Studio and Showroom in Manayunk.

By Elizabeth Paul on Sep 19, 2022

Artesano Iron Works specializes in Architectural Decorative Metals. Come experience our new architecture design studio and decor showroom, Artesano Garden. Located in the historic Manayunk substation, the space has been revitalized and expanded to serve your design dreams. As you take in the juxtaposition of natural beauty and hand forged ironwork, our dedicated team will work with you to turn your imagination into reality. At Artesano Iron Works, our commitment to preserving the centuries old tradition of hand-crafted iron, bronze, and metal works is evident at the very first glance. We do not use any prefabricated components, nor do we rely on other vendors to complete any part of our designs. Our full offering of artisans, who are skilled in hand forging iron and casting both iron & bronze work, in addition to practicing woodworking, enables us to keep all steps in-house from start to finish. Our artisans possess a meticulous eye for detail that ensures our custom designs are constructed with a constant focus on quality, and our personalized design process provides every client with an innovative design solution that is truly one-of-a-kind. Our architectural designs are showcased in commercial properties and grace homes across the United States as... Read more »

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