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Transatlantic Cities Forum: Re-Envisioning Philadelphia’s Industrial SpacesCreative Strategies and Recommendations for the Reuse of Industrial Infrastructure February 26–27, 2015 i© 2015 The German Marshall Fund of the United States. All rights reserved.No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means without permission in writing from the German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF). Please direct inquiries to:The German Marshall Fund of the United States1744 R Street, NWWashington, DC 20009T 1 202 683 2650F 1 202 265 1662E info@gmfus.orgAll photos in this document have been provided courtesy of Ryan Debold, Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation, Drexel University, unless otherwise noted. iiAcknowledgementsThe German Marshall Fund wishes to thank the William Penn Foundation, whose generous support of the Transatlantic Cities Forum and commitment to public space in Philadelphia made this event possible. GMF also wishes to thank the Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation in their collaboration and for providing key local knowledge of Philadelphia. The German Marshall would also like to thank the 12 panelists that traveled to Philadelphia to attend the Transatlantic Cities Forum, as well as the six local Philadelphia experts for participating in the two days of activities. Peer-to-peer learning was an important component of this event, and the outcome of this learning was a critical input to the results outlined in this report. Finally, the German Marshall Fund thanks the Technical University in Dortmund, Germany, for collaborating on this event, and for bringing several dozen architect and planning students to add a fresh perspective to the dialogue. These students also participated in a separate two-day design charrette with students from Drexel University. iiiORGANIZERS OF THE TRANSATLANTIC CITIES FORUM ....1INTRODUCTION .......................................................................2WORKSHOP FORMAT.............................................................3GROUP OUTCOMES ................................................................7 How Industrial Spaces Can Boost PhiladelphiaFURTHERING TRANSATLANTIC EXCHANGE .....................14 Outcomes from Technical University of Dortmund StudentsCONCLUSION ........................................................................15 A Lasting Vision For PhiladelphiaAPPENDIX I ..........................................................................18 Transatlantic Cities Forum Best PracticesAPPENDIX II .........................................................................22Site MapsTABLE OF CONTENTS 1About the German Marshall FundThe German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) strengthens transatlantic cooperation on regional, national, and global challenges and opportunities in the spirit of the Marshall Plan. GMF contributes research and analysis and convenes leaders on transatlantic issues relevant to policymakers. GMF offers rising leaders op-portunities to develop their skills and networks through transatlantic exchange, and supports civil society in the Balkans and Black Sea regions by fostering democratic initiatives, rule of law, and regional cooperation.Founded in 1972 as a non-partisan, non-profit orga-nization through a gift from Germany as a permanent memorial to Marshall Plan assistance, GMF maintains a strong presence on both sides of the Atlantic. In addition to its headquarters in Washington, DC, GMF has offices in Berlin, Paris, Brussels, Belgrade, Ankara, Bucharest, and Warsaw. GMF also has smaller represen-tations in Bratislava, Turin, and Stockholm.GMF’s Urban and Regional Policy Program (URP) supports leaders, policymakers, and practitioners in the United States and Europe by facilitating the transatlantic exchange of knowledge for building inclusive, sustain-able, and globally engaged cities. ORGANIZERS OF THE TRANSATLANTIC CITIES FORUMAbout the William Penn FoundationThe William Penn Foundation, founded in 1945 by Otto and Phoebe Haas, is dedicated to improving the quality of life in the Greater Philadelphia region through efforts that close the achievement gap for low-income children, ensure a sustainable environment, foster creativity that enhances civic life, and advance philanthropy in the Philadelphia region. In partnership with others, the foundation works to advance opportunity, ensure sus-tainability, and enable effective solutions.About the Lindy Institute for Urban InnovationThe Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation at Drexel Uni-versity is a semi-independent interdisciplinary organi-zation, named in honor and recognition of Philip Lindy and his family, who have donated generously to civic engagement initiatives at Drexel. Launched in 2012, the Lindy Institute provides a centralized hub for Drexel and its partners to incubate and launch innovative, effective community initiatives that build regional eco-nomic strength while promoting experiential learning, public service,