Form : Design And The City, part 1 (1962)

The film discusses Philadelphia’s revitalization as a model for urban renewal, focusing on the collaboration between architects, planners, and civic leaders to address urban blight and enhance the city’s design. It emphasizes the importance of a cohesive design concept, drawing parallels to historical examples, particularly Pope Sixtus V’s transformation of Rome. Key figures, such as Edmund Bacon and Walter Phillips, highlight the planning efforts that shaped modern Philadelphia, including the development of the Penn Center and Independence Mall, which aim to improve pedestrian movement and connect historical sites with green spaces.

Keywords
Philadelphia, urban renewal, design concept, Edmund Bacon, Pope Sixtus V, Rome, Penn Center, Independence Mall, architecture, planning, civic leaders

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