Unisys sign on Two Lib sparks designer ire
Unisys sign on Two Lib sparks designer ire
July 25, 2008
Philadelphia’s zoning board heard testimony from Unisys this week about why the company wants to put two illuminated signs on the Two Liberty Place building. No final decision was made and opponents of the signage are expected to make their case before the board in the fall. Unisys officials have said they’ll reconsider moving their global headquarters into the building if they’re forbidden from putting up the signs. WHYY’s Elizabeth Fiedler tried to find out why some design professionals are so opposed to the 6 red letters. Listen to the mp3 »
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