We have been honored to work with Impact Services Inc., a social services nonprofit devoted to workforce development, veterans assistance and housing stability in Kensington, as they renovate a former textile mill into a community center. Apiary Studio was hired to develop the design for an outdoor plaza at the entrance to a children’s gym that will serve as a gathering space for special events. The flexible-use courtyard will be adaptable to different public uses for clients and staff, while communicating that the site is safe, welcoming, and beautifully maintained; a reflection of the ongoing investment that Impact Services has made in creating an inclusive and empowered neighborhood in North Philadelphia. The plant list includes bold textured foliage and a vibrant color scheme evocative of the Caribbean, with repurposed lumber benches and a wide pedestrian gate for streetside access.
SIZE: .1 Acres
YEAR: 2018 – Ongoing
LOCATION: Kensington, Philadelphia, PA
