Articles by Colin LeStourgeon

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

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

8:00 am on June 27, 2023 By Colin LeStourgeon

Permits have been issued for the construction of a multi-family building at 4701-15 Wayne Avenue in Germantown, Northwest 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.

Rendering of Innovator Village via Philly Living Team.

Construction Progresses at Innovator Village in Graduate Hospital, South Philadelphia

8:00 am on June 24, 2023 By Colin LeStourgeon

Construction work is making steady headway on Innovator Village, a large mixed-use development rising at 2401 Washington Avenue in Graduate Hospital, South Philadelphia. The multi-building complex will hold 82 total residential units, coming in a mixture of difference housing types, with townhomes, duplexes/quadplexes, and two different multi-family buildings (one with retail).

Rendering of 2101 Washington Avenue. Credit: JKRP Architects

Construction Making Headway at Chocolate Factory Development in Graduate Hospital, South Philadelphia

7:30 am on June 24, 2023 By Colin LeStourgeon

Construction work is well underway and making rapid progress at a massive development located at 2101 Washington Avenue, the location of the former Frankford Chocolate Factory in Graduate Hospital, South Philadelphia. Designed by JKRP Architects and developed by OCF Realty, the new building will rise six stories tall, and will contain two large commercial spaces at the ground floor. Above, there will be 247 residential units.

527-37 West Girard Avenue. Credit: Continuum Architecture and Design.

Permits Issued for 527-37 West Girard Avenue in Ludlow, North Philadelphia

7:00 am on June 24, 2023 By Colin LeStourgeon

Permits have been issued for a large mixed-use development at 527-37 West Girard Avenue in Ludlow, North Philadelphia. Designed by Continuum Architecture, the new development will involve the renovation of most components presently on-site, with exception of Building D, which will be demolished to make way for a new four-story residential structure. In total, the development will feature 38 residential units, with a commercial space at the ground floor situated at the intersection of 6th Street and Girard Avenue. The renovated and expanded complex is expected to yield 27,776 square feet.

Rendering of Amy Gutmann Hall at 3317-33 Chestnut Street. Credit: Lake Flato Architects.

Framework Rising On Amy Gutmann Hall In University City, West Philadelphia

7:00 am on May 31, 2023 By Colin LeStourgeon

Construction work is making progress at Amy Gutmann Hall, the latest addition to the UPenn campus at 3317-33 Chestnut Street in University City, West Philadelphia. The building will house 115,954 square feet of space designated for classrooms, student collaborative space, and a data science hub. The building is being built with mass timber construction.

769 South 10th Street, Credit: Landmark Architectural Design.

Construction Makes Headway at 769 South 10th Street in Bella Vista, South Philadelphia

8:00 am on May 22, 2023 By Colin LeStourgeon

Construction work is making considerable headway at a 13-unit development at 769 South 10th Street in Bella Vista, South Philadelphia. Designed by Landmark Architectural Design, the building will stand four stories tall, with commercial space at the ground floor and a roof deck.

Previous look at 1706-10 Walnut Street. Credit: Google.

Work Nearing Completion On Beer Garden At 1706-10 Walnut Street In Rittenhouse Square, Center City

7:00 am on May 22, 2023 By Colin LeStourgeon

Work is nearing completion on a new beer garden at 1706-08-10 Walnut Street in Rittenhouse Square, Center City. The new space will span 11,500 square feet, including a large amount of outdoor seating and garden space. Various temporary sheds and tents will host vendors and covered seating, while a small play space boasts the future space’s family-oriented appeal. Avram Hornik is managing the restaurant, the latest addition to his growing portfolio of Philadelphia restaurants. The restaurant will operate from noon to midnight.

2514 North Front Street. Credit: DesignBlendz.

Permits Issued For 2514 North Front Street In West Kensington

7:30 am on May 17, 2023 By Colin LeStourgeon

Permits have been issued for the construction of a four-story mixed-use development at 2514 North Front Street in West Kensington. Designed by Designblendz and developed by Vice Properties, the new building will feature two artist studios and artisan industries space at the ground floor and 18 residential units. The structure will span 17,432 square feet and will include a roof deck.

2121 East Allegheny Avenue. Credit: Woodcock Design.

Permits Issued For 2121 East Allegheny Avenue In Harrowgate, Kensington

7:30 am on May 4, 2023 By Colin LeStourgeon

Permits have been issued for the mixed-use renovation and expansion at 2121 East Allegheny Avenue in Harrowgate. The existing two-story structure will be retrofitted to contain residential and commercial/industrial space, while a three-story addition will hold additional residential space. Designed by Woodcock Design, the building will hold 68 residential units. Zoning permits indicate that there will be 22 parking spaces included with the project.

130 West Girard Avenue. Credit: Studio HS4.

Renderings Revealed for 130 West Girard Avenue In Northern Liberties, North Philadelphia

7:30 am on April 26, 2023 By Colin LeStourgeon

Renderings have been revealed for a seven-story, 84-unit mixed-use development proposed at 130 West Girard Avenue in Northern Liberties, North Philadelphia. Designed by Studio HS4, with Colliers Consulting also as part of the project team, the new building will include around 57,000 square feet of residential space, 3,500 square feet of commercial space at the ground floor, and 11 parking spaces.

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