Comcast Newsstand Kiosks
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Owner
Comcast
Client
Comcast
Category
Commercial
Completion
2022
Cost
Confidential
Size
95 SF each
Type
New Construction

KMA concluded work on the new Comcast Technology Center with the architectural documentation of two high-tech newsstands which now operate at the corners of 1800 and 1900 Arch Street in Philadelphia.

The pair of kiosks were designed by London-based architects Foster & Partners (also responsible for the new Technology Center) as a distinct feature of the new tower. These modern throwback newsstands sell newspapers, magazines, coffee and grab-and-go food items. The kiosks feature folding glass windows, heating and ventilation that allow for year-round operation to promote activity near the entrances of the tower and establish a positive precedent for future newsstands in the city. The design addressed all building and safety codes, and met Philadelphia health code requirements.

Plan courtesy Foster & Partners

Site plan of Comcast Technology Center in Philadelphia, created by an architect, showing building layout between Arch and Cuthbert Streets. Entrances for hotel, restaurant, and office are labeled; trees line the sidewalk beside west and east kiosks on Arch Street.

A small modern kiosk on a city sidewalk showcases thoughtful interior design, with pastries in a glass case and magazines on the side. Coffee machines are visible inside, framed by tall buildings and a tree in the civic background.

Daytime rendering

A modern, black and white kiosk with large display windows, empty shelves, and a magazine rack on the side stands on a city sidewalk in Philadelphia, surrounded by buildings and leafy trees—an educational hub for passersby.

Nighttime rendering

A modern newsstand with illuminated glass displays magazines and drinks on a quiet, tree-lined Philadelphia street at dusk, surrounded by tall office buildings in a neighborhood known for its civic pride and historic preservation.

East Kiosk

A modern street kiosk with large windows and a lit display case stands on a city sidewalk in Philadelphia, surrounded by trees and bike racks, with tall buildings in the background—showcasing contemporary architect flair.

West Kiosk