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Design education for all
One of the guiding principles of DesignPhiladelphia is to make design accessible to everyone, so we are building a robust pipeline from K through Career. We are focused on bringing K-12 design education in underserved communities across Philadelphia. We also are cultivating a culture of belonging in partnership with our higher education partners and professional firms -- so that all students and emerging professionals can thrive and continue to grow as a designer.
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Advance design practice across sectors
We invite anyone to participate in industry-changing conversations and collaborations, making our physical space and metaphorical table open to all.
Learn more about how we are expanding our programming and our space to become a multidisciplinary design hub for all student and professional designers.
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Philadelphia is a design city.
Philadelphia is a city fueled by design, blending heart and grit. The designers in this region possess immense expertise and talent that often goes unnoticed. We have a platform for sharing these stories, both within our community and with the world. We recognize the innate desire of our design community to contribute to the creation of a more equitable, sustainable, and healthy city for all. Through our programs, we aim to highlight the invaluable role that designers play in the progress of our city and region.
The Designing Futures Exhibition features the work of the Design Education (DE) program from 2023-2024 school year and summer programming. Design Education Program is committed to exponentially expanding access to design education for K-12 students in Philadelphi… Read more
The Design Education (DE) team is inviting you to our information sessions for our Spring 2025 Semester! DE plans to ensure an enriching and productive class so that students are inspired and empowered through creative learning. We are looking for profess… Read more
Join us at Center for DesignPhiladelphia for an evening of creativity and connections for young and emerging professionals of any field. Now more than ever, it’s challenging to meet new people and feel a sense of community so why not have some fun while doing it! Enjoy ligh… Read more
DesignPhiladelphia and Visit Philadelphia are kicking off the year with an exciting conversation challenging us to think bigger about the everyday spaces we encounter – from sidewalks to transit hubs, parks to public plazas. How can we reshape these envi… Read more
Welcome Aboard Spring 2025 Volunteers and Teachers! We look forward to hosting you at Center for DesignPhiladelphia as we kick off the DE classes this semester. During our Onboarding Reception, we will share vital information and guidance on how to provide your students wit… Read more
Join us in honoring Vishaan Chakrabarti and the student winners of DesignPhiladelphia's 2025 Edmund N. Bacon Urban Design Awards. Vishaan Chakrabarti is an architect, author, and public thought leader. He is the founder of PAU | Practice for Architecture a… Read more
