After a two year nomination process directed by Powers & Company Inc., the National Park Service recently approved Callowhill Industrial Historic District on the National Register of Historic Places.  The six acre site covers fourteen city blocks and shows off the progression of industrial architecture from some of the most distinguished designers of their day.  This prestigious list includes Philip Tyre, the Wilson Brothers, Ballinger & Perot, Philip Johnson, and William Steele & Sons. The entire process began when the owners of the Heid building, located at 323-329 N. 13th Street, decided to pursue historic tax credits in order to transform the building into a residential and commercial property.  Powers & Co. urged the owners to look through a wider lens at the possibility of an enti... 08/05/2010

New Listing in Loft District of Philadelphia ~ 314-22 N 12th Street 904 for $299,900   Welcome to the Old Shoe Factory which is a contemporary factory conversion with spectacular 9th floor views located in the Loft District of Philadelphia. This dog friendly NY Style Loft building has a security entrance and elevator service to each floor. The interior features of the condo include soaring factory size windows, solid hardwood flooring, storage space, a loft level bedroom and a full bath in the hall.     Photo Gallery   The kitchen overlooks the living and dining area. There is a laundry closet tucked away for convenience in the hall bath, as well as a huge closet located in the bathroom.  All appliances are included.     Gas cooking and gas heat, central air, and 4 years remaining on th... 12/10/2009