Design Philadelphia 2015: Shift Everything

DesignPhiladelphia is the oldest design event of its kind in the country and the signature event of the Philadelphia Center for Architecture. Working with over 150 partners each year, we offer a wide range of public programming to demonstrate Philadelphia's re-emergence as a 21st century city shaped by design, technology, and collaborative business practices.

Over the course of nine days, universities, cultural institutions, city agencies, retailers, manufacturers and startups across the region participate in more than 130 events on topics spanning across all design disciplines.

This year's theme is SHIFT. We are inspired by the rapid changes in Philadelphia's skyline and urban landscape; and how these changes have the power to SHIFTperceptions about our great city. This year's festival will explore the SHIFT in design process, education, and practice towards a multi-disciplinary, collaborative approach.