In November, we brought 1009-1011 S. 21st St. to your attention, noting the effect that a new facade can have on the look and feel of a rehab. Well, the new facades are complete. Here’s a look at the progression on this corner.

In the past

More recently

Just the other day

Sure, you might prefer the classic Philly row home look to these new, contemporary facades. But whichever you prefer, you can’t deny the value of the added architectural diversity for a neighborhood that tends to stick with more conservative choices for new construction and rehabs.