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  • Office Charrette

    Office Charrette

    A recent project came through where we were able to utilize the combined talents of our team. With our interns participating, we facilitated an in-house charrette to discuss the project and potential outcome for the project. Input from all departments led to a lively discussion about how best to serve the project. We encourage the…
  • PhilaNOMA

    PhilaNOMA

    Ian Smith, a member of PhilaNOMA, the local Philadelphia chapter of The National Organization of Minority Architects (NOMA), invites you to visit the organization to learn more about this platform and ways to become a member. The national conference is on the East coast this year, being held October 16-20, 2019 in Brooklyn, NY. PhilaNOMA…
  • Rendering for a Philadelphia mixed use building proposal

    3450 J Street

    Proposed rendering for a mixed-use structure to complete a modern 3-building living complex at Tioga station - 3450 J Street, Philadelphia. The proposed corner building features ground level commercial space to energize the Tioga corridor and 24 luxury two-bedroom dwelling units above. Floor to ceiling glass and façade screening elements create a striking design that…
  • pool house rendering

    Residential Client Spotlight: Private Residence

    This project for a private residence in Montgomery County was filled with challenges that were met head on by IS-DG to stay on top of the process and assist the owner as needed to ensure tasks were completed in order and in a timely manner. The first challenge conquered was working with the Montgomery County…

  • PlanPhilly Interview

    In this PlanPhilly interview  Ian explained his view on how architects can be more empathetic and contribute to communities of color. The interview explored how real estate development is tied to race. Ian discusses his methodology on practicing empathy to discover meaning in design, delves into the reasons for development being limited in communities of…
  • Sacred Places/Civic Spaces

    Sacred Places/Civic Spaces

    Ian Smith Design Group has been a part of the Ad Hoc Committee with Partners for Sacred Places/Civic Spaces and the Community Design Collaborative since the start of the 2018. Sacred Places/Civic Spaces is a partnership between the Community Design Collaborative and Partners for Sacred Places to re-envision underutilized, purpose-built religious properties as community hubs.…