Principles of Adaptive Reuse

Principles of adaptive reuse

Include integrity, memory, authenticity, flexibility, sustainability

Integrity

Examines existing fabric condition, considers preservation and removal

Memory

Recognizes cultural and historical significance

Authenticity

Expresses abstraction and interpretation

Flexibility

Ability of existing building to adapt to new changes

Sustainability

Prevents demolition, considers performance standards

Pillars of sustainability

Include social, environmental, economic aspects

Approaches to adaptive reuse

Preservation, rehabilitation, restoration, reconstruction

Preservation

Focuses on operation and maintenance to preserve original condition

Rehabilitation

Alters or adds elements while maintaining original character

Restoration

Restores damaged building to original state based on historical evidence

Reconstruction

Contemporary recreation of damaged existing buildings

Importance of adaptive reuse

Maintains cultural heritage, slows urban sprawl, creates architectural marvels

Urban sprawl

Unrestricted expansion of urban areas

Advantages of adaptive reuse

Lower construction cost, speeds up construction, popular with the community

Disadvantages of adaptive reuse

Physical limitations, regulatory and social constraints, more work needed

Process of adaptive reuse

Includes assessing the building, surveying the neighborhood, determining the budget, hiring the right team, architectural process, construction