Planning a trip to the City of Brotherly Love? After you eat all the Philly cheesesteaks you can handle, it's time to explore the rest of what this place has to offer. From historic sagas to modern innovations, you can discover the city's story by digging into its dynamic and varied architecture.

In 2019, Philadelphia City Council announced a major change to the 10-year tax abatement for residential development. The 20-year-old program that originally encouraged residential development in the city will drastically reduce incentives for new homeowners and developers—but now they don't go into effect until 2022. Here's what you need to know about the 10-year tax abatement changes and other development tax bills that recently passed.

The real estate development scene in Philadelphia remains active despite the coronavirus pandemic in 2020. No matter the neighborhood, construction can be seen on nearly every block. Our team has analyzed available data regarding properties, zoning, and permits to get a clearer picture of the state of development.

Designblendz has made the 2020 Philadelphia100®, marking the third time in a row the architecture, visualization, and construction company has been recognized among the fastest-growing companies in the region. Here’s how we got here.

On October 1st, 2018, the city of Philadelphia will adopt the latest version of the International Building Code. The new requirements outlined in the IBC will change a few key components of both residential and commercial construction.

Renovating a historic row house is exciting and challenging. These expert tips can help you know when to hire a professional and when to DIY.

 Philadelphia takes pride in being a historic city.

Paint color is everything if you want great exterior and interior design. This is especially important when restoring a historic building. Choosing quality historic paint colors makes the property more valuable. You'll also accurately and authentically restore the building.

Remodeling or renovating an existing structure in Philadelphia? There are building permit requirements. Master the steps with this guide to easier permitting.

Getting permits can require a lot, especially getting a building permit. If you're in Philadelphia, here's how you can get your building permit.