Adaptive reuse can take many forms. In architecture, adaptive reuse refers to the conversion of an existing structure for the new use, e.g. B. Free buildings in schools, public parks, offices or apartments.
Historical maintenance
Both the adaptive reuse and historical condition can save historical buildings, but the approaches are different. The adaptive reuse aims to reproduce an old building or location for new purposes. This process is often regarded as a compromise between preservation and demolition. In contrast, historical preservation historicizes the existing form, integrity and materials of a building. External commitments and changes do not fall within the scope of this treatment, but minimally invasive mechanical, electrical and sanitary (MEP) grades and work that is required to fulfill new building regulations, are generally appropriate in accordance with the standards published by the National Park Service, which the National Register of Historic Places manages.
One of the greatest advantages of adaptive reuse compared to historical condition is the flexibility to use new, efficient architectural materials and at the same time pay homage to the history of the structure. This approach improves the performance of a building and at the same time lowers the CO2 footprint.
renovation
The adaptive reuse of design implies renovation. While the renovation is generally limited to the repair and repair of a building, but is maintained the original purpose of the building, the adaptive reuse implies usage conversion.
integration
The integration includes the construction of an original structure, which preserves this structure and at the same time comprises in a new building. A striking example of integration is Denmark Jægerborg Water Tower, which was converted into student apartments by Dorte Mandrup.
Facadism
Facadism is the urban design tactics to maintain the facade of a building and tear down most of the rest of the building in order to replace it with a modern structure. The process is known as a facadectomy; However, it preserves the view of the street landscape, but is expensive because the facade, which is usually built from fragile historical materials, has to be supported and protected during the construction. Proponents of the historical presentation consider favorism as a poor replacement for the preservation of an entire building, but the supporters consider it a better alternative than the historical footprint of a city.
Infrastructure
While most adaptive reuse focus on buildings, some of the most innovative adaptive reusing projects are transformed or unused infrastructure into community characteristics.
A famous example of adaptive reuse in the infrastructure is the high line in New York City. After an increased railway, which is known as the West Side, this high park winds through almost 1.5 miles from Lower Manhattan and has more than 500 types of plants and trees, resting points and balonies, a market for open-air food and accessibility.