Laying the Groundwork: Six Creative Strategies for Reusing Architectural Foundations
Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa / Heatherwick Studio. Image © Iwan Baan
Adaptive reuse allows architects to conserve resources, reduce waste, and extend the life of existing structures. By working with what already exists, architects lessen the need for new materials, lower energy consumption, and limit demolition debris. This approach protects natural habitats and green spaces by reducing the demand for new land development. Through reuse, cities become more sustainable and less carbon-intensive while preserving the material and cultural value of the built environment.
