Architects always aim to design and build things in our work, but in our office we know that older buildings always require new users to keep them alive and sustainable for the future. So, there are times when our best … Continued
Recently the National Trust for Historic Preservation published a timely manifesto for a newly developing concept called “ReUrbanism”, putting preservation in the context of building sustainable cities – The Trust provides ten principles as overarching guidelines for reuse and reinvestment. Among these, I find particularly compelling the principle regarding … Continued
How do you think city re-development happens? Through high-cost, large-scale renewals of whole blocks, with demolished landmarks, and “bright and shiny” new construction? Bringing expensive facilities that offer little for the neighborhood? Take a look at the exciting and important … Continued