Eine Plattform für die Wissenschaft: Bauingenieurwesen, Architektur und Urbanistik
Eine Plattform für die Wissenschaft: Bauingenieurwesen, Architektur und Urbanistik
Architectural Heritage of the City of Beira, Mozambique and the Importance of Its Preservation
https://orcid.org/http://orcid.org/0000-0002-6140-3052
https://orcid.org/http://orcid.org/0000-0001-7722-2806
https://orcid.org/http://orcid.org/0000-0001-8187-6685
Urban challenges in Africa, marked by rapid growth, urban sprawl, poverty, and fragile institutions, highlight the intricacies of the continent's urbanization. Beira, historically linked to the ‘Companhia de Moçambique’ from the nineteenth century, exemplifies these challenges. Its significance is emphasized by the activities of port and rail connections, accessing the African hinterland. The city layout promotes connectivity. The 1950s brought modernist designs that were influenced by the Brazilian movement. Landmarks like the Railway Station and the ‘Palácio dos Casamentos’ capture Beira's architectural essence. This architecture, mirroring global trends, was integrated into Beira's landscape, showcasing adaptability. Designs from this era have enhanced energy efficiency, managed rainwater, and thermal comfort. However, modern developments have threatened these architectural gems. This study highlights the need to preserve these sites in the modern architecture. Strategies such as adaptive reuse offer sustainable solutions, ensuring that Beira's legacy aligns with modern urban growth. This aligns with the objectives of understanding the relationship of architecture with the landscape, addressing preservation challenges, and leveraging adaptive reuse for a sustainable future.
Architectural Heritage of the City of Beira, Mozambique and the Importance of Its Preservation
https://orcid.org/http://orcid.org/0000-0002-6140-3052
https://orcid.org/http://orcid.org/0000-0001-7722-2806
https://orcid.org/http://orcid.org/0000-0001-8187-6685
Urban challenges in Africa, marked by rapid growth, urban sprawl, poverty, and fragile institutions, highlight the intricacies of the continent's urbanization. Beira, historically linked to the ‘Companhia de Moçambique’ from the nineteenth century, exemplifies these challenges. Its significance is emphasized by the activities of port and rail connections, accessing the African hinterland. The city layout promotes connectivity. The 1950s brought modernist designs that were influenced by the Brazilian movement. Landmarks like the Railway Station and the ‘Palácio dos Casamentos’ capture Beira's architectural essence. This architecture, mirroring global trends, was integrated into Beira's landscape, showcasing adaptability. Designs from this era have enhanced energy efficiency, managed rainwater, and thermal comfort. However, modern developments have threatened these architectural gems. This study highlights the need to preserve these sites in the modern architecture. Strategies such as adaptive reuse offer sustainable solutions, ensuring that Beira's legacy aligns with modern urban growth. This aligns with the objectives of understanding the relationship of architecture with the landscape, addressing preservation challenges, and leveraging adaptive reuse for a sustainable future.
Architectural Heritage of the City of Beira, Mozambique and the Importance of Its Preservation
https://orcid.org/http://orcid.org/0000-0002-6140-3052
https://orcid.org/http://orcid.org/0000-0001-7722-2806
https://orcid.org/http://orcid.org/0000-0001-8187-6685
Urban challenges in Africa, marked by rapid growth, urban sprawl, poverty, and fragile institutions, highlight the intricacies of the continent's urbanization. Beira, historically linked to the ‘Companhia de Moçambique’ from the nineteenth century, exemplifies these challenges. Its significance is emphasized by the activities of port and rail connections, accessing the African hinterland. The city layout promotes connectivity. The 1950s brought modernist designs that were influenced by the Brazilian movement. Landmarks like the Railway Station and the ‘Palácio dos Casamentos’ capture Beira's architectural essence. This architecture, mirroring global trends, was integrated into Beira's landscape, showcasing adaptability. Designs from this era have enhanced energy efficiency, managed rainwater, and thermal comfort. However, modern developments have threatened these architectural gems. This study highlights the need to preserve these sites in the modern architecture. Strategies such as adaptive reuse offer sustainable solutions, ensuring that Beira's legacy aligns with modern urban growth. This aligns with the objectives of understanding the relationship of architecture with the landscape, addressing preservation challenges, and leveraging adaptive reuse for a sustainable future.
Architectural Heritage of the City of Beira, Mozambique and the Importance of Its Preservation
Advances in Science, Technology & Innovation
Castanho, Rui (Herausgeber:in) / Hayder, Gasim (Herausgeber:in) / Ahmed, Sherif (Herausgeber:in) / Santos, Michael M. (Autor:in) / Ferreira, Ana Teresa Vaz (Autor:in) / Lanzinha, João C. G. (Autor:in)
International Conference CITAA Cities Identity Through Architecture and Arts ; 2023
26.10.2024
10 pages
Aufsatz/Kapitel (Buch)
Elektronische Ressource
Englisch
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