Blackney Hayes Architects

Announcing the release of FUTURES, an ambitious collaborative design project from an international array of educators, artists, venture capitalists, and architects, including our very own Darin Jellison! ?? Whether you are an educator, visionary, architect, or creative, FUTURES promises to take you on a design journey through the complexities of interconnected lives. Led by Trung Le, FUTURES explores the rapid changes of our time and the importance of cross-cultural dialogue in creating a better world. Darin contributed insights, ideas, and expertise to this anthology of optimism.

Welcome to the AIM Academy Global Innovation Hub! Our team joined AIM leadership and students earlier this week for a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new educational facility. ???? The 17,000 square-foot Hub is designed to foster future-ready learners with advanced Robotics and AI/VR labs, state-of-the-art chemistry, life sciences, and physical engineering labs, and collaborative spaces for corporate and university partners to engage with AIM students and educators. ?? Our team is honored to bring this vision to life, inspiring curiosity and innovation for the leaders of tomorrow ?? #InnovationInEducation #AIMAcademy

What a great occasion to break out the ceremonial shovels! ?? Today, our team joined the North Philadelphia community for a groundbreaking ceremony at The School District of Philadelphia’s Thomas Holme Elementary School. The new 141,245 square foot educational facility will house 1200 Pre-K – Grade 8 students and incorporate 21st century learning environments. During the charette process, students helped contribute ideas for the design of their building, including the facade, playground, and even the stormwater management system. Excited to welcome students to the new space in 2026! ?? #ArchitectureDesign #SchoolDesign #GroundBreakingCeremony

Exciting times are ahead at Cobbs Creek Campus! Cobbs Creek Foundation is making incredible progress in revitalizing this historic space. Watch the full video to see how we’re changing the game. Let’s change the game! Watch here:?https://lnkd.in/e6aR9MU8

Proud to celebrate the dedication of the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit Discovery Center! ?? Designed with a student-centered mindset, this state-of-the-art educational center will host MCIU’s early childhood programming including Head Start, Pre-K Counts, and Early Intervention, while offering career development opportunities for school-age students with diverse needs. We’re honored to have reimagined this space as a safe and supportive environment for students to learn and grow ?? #Renovation #ArchitectureDesign #DiscoveryCenter

Did you hear? Blackney Hayes’ project, T.M. Peirce Elementary School, is officially a Learning By Design Magazine Outstanding Project for Fall 2024! ???? As the first North Philadelphia elementary school built for the School District of Philadelphia within the last 70 years, the project was recognized as an award-winning benchmark facility for its incorporation of next generation learning space design and planning methodologies. We are proud to celebrate this project recognition and the impact of T.M. Peirce in the North Philadelphia community?? #LearningByDesign #OutstandingProject #LearningEnvironments #SchoolDesign #AwardsofExcellence

What a remarkable journey it has been so far to renovate the historic Cobbs Creek Golf Club! Written by The New York Times reporter, Brendan Quinn, this article offers perspective into the Cobbs Creek Foundation vision and mission, as well as the challenges and progress of the project. Blackney Hayes is honored to be a part of this imaginative and impactful renovation for Philadelphia. ?

Happy World Architecture Day ?? From sketches to reality, check out some of our latest projects that share our passion for designs that inspire and innovate. Here’s to building a brighter future – one space at a time! #ArchitectureDesign #WorldArchitectureDay #InnovativeDesign

Still buzzing from last week’s win! ?? ?? Last Thursday, Blackney Hayes’ very own Darin Jellison and Troy Hill, along with drummer Hank, took to the stage and rocked the NAIOP Greater Philadelphia Chapter Battle of the Bands—and their band took home the win! What a fun night filled with live music, great energy, and tons of networking, food, and drinks. Thank you to everyone who came out to support “The Impostors” – check out some snapshots from the night! ?? #NAIOPBattleOfTheBands #ArchitectsThatRock #NAIOPPHL

In September of 2019, Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School opened the doors of its new home. Designed by Blackney Hayes Architects, the new 5-acre site included a renovation of the historic warehouse building, additions for school program spaces, new administrative offices, a gymnasium/health center, and outdoor gathering spaces. Only five years later, Cristo Rey celebrates its growth and impact in the Philadelphia community. The below article by educator and innovator, Sam Chaltain, honors the founding of the Cristo Rey Network, the intention behind creating a school in Philadelphia, and the importance of creating a space worthy of their students.