2012 Waterfront Center Competition

Groundswell recently submitted its design for Morgan’s Pier to the annual Excellence on the Waterfront Awards Program held by the Waterfront Center. The competition looks to recognize the best waterfront projects and plans by participants ranging from artists to engineers … Continue reading

2013 Hidden City Philadelphia Festival Proposal

A few days ago, Groundswell submitted a proposal for the 2013 Hidden City Philadelphia Festival. Building upon the success of the 2009 Hidden City festival, which featured art installations and performances in obscured or inaccessible heritage sites, the next Hidden City … Continue reading

Can Delaware Avenue Clean Up It’s Act?

Philadelphia City Paper has published an article detailing the ongoing revitalization of Delaware Avenue in Philadelphia (see CAN DELAWARE AVENUE CLEAN UP IT’S ACT?). The article credits the street’s rejuvenation to the appearance of new music venues and top notch … Continue reading

Philadelphia Design: Morgan’s Pier Fills Up & Fills In

Morgan’s Pier is quickly maturing into the perfect destination for summer evenings. The Linden trees have started producing new foliage–a sign that they’ve adjusted to their new home, while the planters are overflowing with flowers. According to reviews on YELP, … Continue reading

New York Landscape Design, Hundred Acre Horse Farm

  Groundswell recently revisited a past project to see how far it has come. The property consists of over one hundred rolling acres and is home to a picturesque horse farm. The plantings were inspired by the native landscape, and … Continue reading