[Virtual] Industry Intersections: Art, Design + Development

Real estate projects that demonstrate high-quality design and engagement with the arts are being developed all around Philadelphia. As the region continues to recover from the pandemic, Philadelphia is doubling down on art and design to engage residents, attract tourists, and stimulate economic development.

Join us as we explore the intersection of design and real estate, examining how the value-add of art goes beyond beauty to incorporate economic recovery and social connection into our region. Hear from our panel who will discuss how innovative collaborations can help Philadelphia’s creative community thrive.

FEATURED SPEAKER

Vishaan Chakrabarti

Founder, PAU

An architect, urbanist, educator, and author, Vishaan Chakrabarti designs and advocates for a sustainable, attainable, and equitable urban future centered on human connectedness. Vishaan is the founder and creative director of global architecture studio, PAU, where he leads complex design projects such as Schuylkill Yards, Brooklyn’s Domino Sugar Refinery, Ford Motor Company’s Michigan Central Station project in Detroit’s Corktown, and a unique urban village in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.

Lindsey Scannapieco

Managing Partner, Scout

Lindsey co-founded Scout (uk) in 2011. After 6+ years of living in London, Lindsey moved back to her native Philadelphia and established scout-us. Lindsey holds a B.S. in Real Estate Finance and Entrepreneurship from the University of Southern California and a Master's in City Design & Social Science from the London School of Economics. She is actively engaged in the wider development of the city as a board member of Fleisher Arts Memorial and as the Secretary for the Friends of FDR Park.

Sven Schroeter

Director of Interior Architecture, KSS Architects

Sven has over 20 years’ experience in all aspects of the planning and design of various project types, including commercial, residential, institutional, education, and transportation, ranging in scale from furniture design to urban and campus master planning.

Rachel Zimmerman

Executive Director, InLiquid

In 1999 Zimmerman founded InLiquid to increase community and visibility for independent artists; the site now has approximately 316 members, which includes artists from across the country. In her role as Executive Director of InLiquid, she has created opportunities for independent artists and arts organizations, not only through the web site but through a series of curated gallery exhibitions in various locations.