DesignPhiladelphia

October 13 - 23, 2011

DesignPhiladelphia, the city-wide celebration of all things design, kicks off its seventh year bigger, better and more influential than ever. One of largest events of its kind in the country, DesignPhiladelphia has been presented in partnership with the University of the Arts since 2010.

From industrial design to fashion, historic preservation to futuristic public art, DesignPhiladelphia unites the creative disciplines with over 120 public events over 10 days. Celebrating Philadelphia’s unique design history and vibrant contemporary design scene, this unique event is a showcase for the city’s creative community, among them many UArts alumni.

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During DesignPhiladelphia, students, professionals and the public have the opportunity to consider big issues like sustainability, transportation systems and the future of preserving historic spaces. Talks and tours from national and international design visionaries are offered around the city. The city itself becomes a part of the design, as public spaces are transformed into stages and playgrounds, with innovative performances, scavenger hunts and large-scale interactive public art.