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DesignPhiladelphia Festival
Our History
Founded in 2009, AIA Philadelphia initiated a mission to spark passion for architecture and design creating an organization and physical hub at 1218 Arch Street called the Center for Architecture . The AIA Bookstore was our public face, flanked by AIA Philadelphia Chapter and Community Design Collaborative offices. By 2013, we embraced the DesignPhiladelphia festival, leading to our 2016 rebranding as the Center for Architecture and Design, showcasing our multidisciplinary approach. Today, we've rebranded our organization as DesignPhiladelphia and renamed our building as the Center for DesignPhiladelphia. This critical step reinforces our dedication to inclusivity and collaboration in design.
Our Vision
Together we will create a Philadelphia that is designed for and by everyone.
Our Mission
We foster a vibrant design community from K through Career committed to excellence, inclusivity, and connections. As an invaluable partner in Philadelphia’s progress we do that through multidisciplinary design education, our annual festival, and public programs.
Recent News
Top 10 Events at DesignPhiladelphia Festival 2024 for Architects
The DesignPhiladelphia Festival offers a dynamic lineup of events that architects won’t want to miss! From engaging panels to hands-on workshops, here are the top 10 events to inspire and connect professionals in the architecture community. …
Read More »DesignPhiladelphia Festival 2024
Schedule: For twenty years our annual festival has been an explosion of activities showcasing the Philadelphia design community while demonstrating the impact of design to the public. In our 20th anniversary year, expect some surprises. October…
Read More »DesignPhiladelphia Festival News: What are you Building During the 2024 Festival?
Our 2024 Event Calendar is Live! We're about one month away from DesignPhiladelphia Festival! Preview some of our events below or head over to the event calendar to see all of our 60+ events. View Event Calendar Building Your Own…
Read More »DesignPhiladelphia Festival Newsletter - June 2024
DesignPhiladelphia Festival Register your Event Deadline is Sunday, June 30. Still deciding what kind of event to do for this year's festival? Searching for collaborators? You can host a workshop, launch party, demo, panel discussion,…
Read More »Unleash Your Creativity at the 20th Annual DesignPhiladelphia Festival
Are you an innovator in the design world? Do you thrive on creating experiences that challenge, inspire, and engage? We invite you to join us at the 20th Annual DesignPhiladelphia Festival, a vibrant celebration of design, creativity, and…
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