Articles by Colin LeStourgeon

1600 North Broad Street / 1406 Cecil B. Moore Avenue. Credit: JKRP Architects.

Renderings Revealed for 1600 North Broad Street Near Temple University

Renderings have been revealed for a massive 245-unit residential development proposed at 1600 North Broad Street (or 1406 Cecil B. Moore Avenue) near Temple University in North Philadelphia. Designed by JKRP Architects, the structure will rise 15 stories tall, containing 238,090 square feet of space. The development will feature a mix of studios, one- and two-bedroom apartments. Included with the project will be 62 parking spaces, and an impressive amenity space predominantly located at the second floor.

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Rendering of 2616 South 18th Street. Credit: Design Blendz.

Construction Partially Complete At Carrie’s Court In Girard Estates, South Philadelphia

Construction work is partially complete at Carrie’s Court, a townhome development located at 2616 South 18th Street in Girard EstatesSouth Philadelphia. Designed by Designblendz, the development entails the construction of 22 homes, each three stories high. The homes will be arranged in two rows, with a drive aisle and parking space situated in the middle.

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4701-15 Wayne Avenue. Credit: Moto Designshop via the Civic Design Review

Permits Issued for 4701-15 Wayne Avenue in Germantown, Northwest Philadelphia

Permits have been issued for the construction of a multi-family building at 4701-15 Wayne Avenue in GermantownNorthwest Philadelphia. Designed by Moto Designshop, the structure will rise four stories tall and contain 90 residential units. Multiple pilot houses will provide access to a large roof deck atop the building, while the rest of the roof space will feature a green roof, which provided the project a density boost. A mixed income bonus also allowed for additional residential space. GRIT Construction is the project contractor.

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