Philadelphia
Downsized Marina View Project Could Roll Out Again, Needs Improvement
Marina View, a failed 30-story, $100 million project proposed by developer Lou Cicalese in 2005 for Philadelphia’s Central Delaware Waterfront, could see new life as a scaled-down apartment building. As reported by the Philadelphia Business Journal, the developer has teamed up with the same contractors—Ensemble Real Estate Investments and BLT Architects—to build a 180-unit residential building at 230 N. Christopher Columbus Boulevard on top of a 3-story podium base of structured parking.
Building 661 at Navy Yard to Become EEB Hub Headquarters
By Veronica Grecu, Associate Editor The long-vacant Building 661 at the Philadelphia Navy Yard will become the new headquarters of the U.S. Department of Energy Innovation Hub for Energy-Efficient Buildings (EEB Hub), a federally funded organization launched in January 2011 by Pennsylvania State University and formerly known as the Greater Philadelphia Innovation Cluster for Energy-Efficient […]
New Upscale Hotels Take Over Center City Philadelphia
Boston-based hospitality Sonesta International Hotels, which operates nearly 30 luxury hotels catering to premium business and leisure travelers, will open its first hotel in Pennsylvania on June 18. The new Sonesta Hotel Philadelphia will replace the existing Crowne Plaza Philadelphia Downtown, the only hotel to be found on Market Street west of City Hall.
Homewood Suites by Hilton to Open in University City
By Veronica Grecu, Associate Editor Hilton Hotels & Resorts is consolidating its presence in the city of Philadelphia with Homewood Suites, an 11-story extended stay facility that’s nearing completion. Development company Campus Apartments LLC broke ground on the $50 million hotel in December 2010, reports The Daily Pennsylvanian, and an opening ceremony for the public […]
Paseo Verde is Philadelphia’s Newest Green Affordable Housing Development
Work has begun on Paseo Verde, a multimillion-dollar mixed-use/mixed-income green development in a distressed neighborhood in North Philadelphia, next to the Temple University Regional Rail Station.
Philadelphia’s Franklin Institute Breaks Ground on New Addition, Anticipates LEED Silver
The Franklin Institute broke ground on the first major expansion in more than two decades, a $65 million pavilion meant to broaden the science museum’s educational impact. Located on the south side of the museum, the 53,000-square-foot expansion will be called the Nicholas and Athena Karabots Pavilion in recognition of the generous $10 million gift—the largest individual contribution since the museum’s funding in 1824—offered last year by the couple.
The Kimmel Center Starts $14 M Renovation Project, Lands Famous Chef Jose Garces
By Veronica Grecu, Associate Editor
Less than one week after the grand opening of Philadelphia’s X-Finity Live!, another local performing arts venue is set for a $14 million major renovation process at two of its public spaces, reports the Philadelphia Inquirer.
Work […]
The Arden Theatre Announces $5.8 Million Expansion Plans
By Veronica Grecu, Associate Editor
One of Philadelphia’s most important art places, The Arden Theatre, is set to expand in a building located just three doors from its current location at 40 N. 2nd Street, between Market and Arch Streets in […]
The Divine Lorraine Hotel Saga Continues with Redevelopment Plan
By Veronica Grecu, Associate Editor
After years of failed renovation attempts and a recent announcement that a sale is imminent, Philadelphia’s Divine Lorraine Hotel and the adjacent lot could be turned into a center for art and public education.
The redevelopment idea […]
Xfinity Live! to Open Gates on March 30
By Veronica Grecu, Associate Editor
In less than three weeks, Philadelphians will have access to the city’s newest entertainment complex, a 60,000-square-foot venue that will most likely become a hot spot for sports fans and residents alike. Xfinity Live! was built […]