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If the Boyd Theater wasn’t enough for you, our next staff-pick yields yet ANOTHER abandoned theater in Philadelphia: the Royal Theater on South Street West. Architect: Frank E. Hahn, Neo-Georgian style Interior designer: William H. Lee, 1925 Art Deco The Royal Theater, called “American’s Finest Colored Photoplay House”, upon its 1920 opening, was the first black-run …
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And what discussion about abandoned buildings in Philadelphia doesn’t include the… The Divine Lorraine Hotel, located on a prominent intersection of Broad Street and Fairmount Avenue, was designed by architect Willis G. Hale and built between 1892 and 1894. The building was originally built as apartments and housed some of Philadelphia’s wealthier residents. In 1900 the building became …
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If you’ve ever wondered what an architect’s favorite abandoned building would be, our next office challenge is for YOU! Over the last few weeks we’ve asked ourselves what favorite abandoned buildings in Philadelphia appeal to us, and the results have been pouring in! We’re sure you locals will recognize the more popular choices in the area, but …
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