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Twice-Told Tales - About Love Toward Immortality
Aside from design, adaptive reuse in architecture is underpinned by a complex interplay of aesthetic, historical, environmental, and economic considerations. This paper discusses the rationale behind salvaging old structures rather than opting for demolition and new builds, examining three key aspects: Firstly, architecture transcends mere functionality, encompassing history, memory, and ‘human desire’1 to shape the built environment. Old buildings serve as historical witnesses, embodying2 a narrative that contributes to the cultural richness of their surroundings. Secondly, the sustainability imperative favors the salvage of existing structures over demolition, acknowledging the embodied tangible and intangible resources and energy within them. Finally, the intrinsic value of irreplaceable elements such as traditional construction methods, spatial experiences, and authentic materials underscores the unique character of old buildings. Critical to the success of adaptive reuse projects is meticulous documentation, serving as a vital tool for architects, designers, and preservation experts. But most importantly, adaptive reuse allows architecture to retell historical and contemporary stories multiple times.
Twice-Told Tales - About Love Toward Immortality
Aside from design, adaptive reuse in architecture is underpinned by a complex interplay of aesthetic, historical, environmental, and economic considerations. This paper discusses the rationale behind salvaging old structures rather than opting for demolition and new builds, examining three key aspects: Firstly, architecture transcends mere functionality, encompassing history, memory, and ‘human desire’1 to shape the built environment. Old buildings serve as historical witnesses, embodying2 a narrative that contributes to the cultural richness of their surroundings. Secondly, the sustainability imperative favors the salvage of existing structures over demolition, acknowledging the embodied tangible and intangible resources and energy within them. Finally, the intrinsic value of irreplaceable elements such as traditional construction methods, spatial experiences, and authentic materials underscores the unique character of old buildings. Critical to the success of adaptive reuse projects is meticulous documentation, serving as a vital tool for architects, designers, and preservation experts. But most importantly, adaptive reuse allows architecture to retell historical and contemporary stories multiple times.
Twice-Told Tales - About Love Toward Immortality
Albertus S. Wang (author) / Sujin Kim (author)
2024
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Electronic Resource
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