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Rethinking Obsolete Typologies

Transformation Potentials and Scenarios

Anamarija Batista author Julia Siedle author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Birkhauser

Publishing:15th May '25

£47.00

This title is due to be published on 15th May, and will be despatched as soon as possible.

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A profound social change can be observed in the areas of mobility, work and trade, as well as in the practice of faith, especially in cities. As a result, certain building typologies such as petrol stations, offices, shopping centers, cinemas and churches are being used less, thus becoming increasingly obsolete and contributing to the obsolescence of the city.

Three strategies must be considered for the efficient transformation of these structures: the conversion of existing architecture and the preservation of the gray energy they embody; the maximization of land use; and the strengthening of ecological functions to improve the urban microclimate and the quality of living space.

The authors analyze potential solutions, present conversion scenarios, and illustrate these in schematic diagrams.

  • Analysis of obsolete architectural typologies in urban centers
  • Realistic proposals for the recyclability of existing buildings
  • Attractive graphics and presentations of potential solutions
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ISBN: 9783035628050

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: unknown

304 pages