Brian Rich gave this presentation to officials from the City of Redmond, Washington on the 14th of May 2012. The presentation discusses the connection between sustainable communities and historic preservation.
Economic and Cultural Aspects to Adaptive Reuse of old buildingsAmeeshi Goenka
This document summarizes an academic paper on the economic and socio-cultural aspects of adaptive reuse. It discusses several case studies of historic buildings that have been adaptively reused, including the Melbourne GPO building converted into a shopping arcade, the Utah State Historical Society building converted into an archive, and the Nottingham Lace Market warehouses converted into small businesses. It also examines the concept of obsolescence and how adaptive reuse can increase a building's useful life. The document argues that adaptive reuse can preserve cultural heritage while also proving more economically viable than new construction.
IRJET- Adaptive Reuse- A Case of Lal Baradari, LucknowIRJET Journal
This document summarizes an academic paper about the adaptive reuse of the Lal Baradari building in Lucknow, India. It provides background on adaptive reuse and principles of conservation. It then discusses the Lal Baradari building specifically, which was originally used for coronations and assemblies by rulers of Oudh. The document explores potential adaptive reuse strategies for energizing the currently underdeveloped building as an alternative to demolition, while respecting its historic and cultural significance.
The document discusses the adaptive reuse of buildings for new purposes while retaining historic features. It provides the Tate Modern in London as an example of a successful adaptive reuse project, having converted the Bankside Power Station into a gallery for modern art. The adaptive reuse of the former Orsay railway station in Paris into the Musée d'Orsay museum is also discussed. Adaptive reuse can provide environmental benefits by retaining a building's embodied energy and reducing the need for new construction. It also yields social benefits by engaging communities and preserving heritage buildings.
This document discusses adaptive reuse of industrial buildings and heritage sites. It defines adaptive reuse as converting a building from one use to another in order to preserve heritage significance and give new life to structures. Adaptive reuse provides environmental, social and economic benefits over demolition. Some challenges to adaptive reuse include finding appropriate new uses that respect the building's heritage and accommodating modern needs, as well as remediating contamination at former industrial sites. India has opportunities to adaptively reuse historic industrial buildings like mills and warehouses.
This document presents a framework for systematically analyzing precedents of adaptive reuse architecture projects. It proposes conducting analyses at three stages: 1) the original building and use, 2) the transformed building and new use, and 3) the transformation tactics and strategy. Sixteen case studies are classified according to various attributes to establish a basis for an automated search model. A comprehensive set of formal analyses is demonstrated on one case study, examining attributes like mass, size, rhythm and form at both the original and transformed stages. Documentation of plans, sections, images and 3D models is also discussed as fundamental to adaptive reuse precedent studies.
A B S T R A C T
Industrial buildings as an example of cultural heritage transforms our cultural identity from past to the present and even for the future. Unfortunately, there are lots of industrial building which lost its function by converting the place to live and identifiable place. This research will clarify the reasons of conserving of the industrial heritage and by classification of international charters which are dealing with industrial heritage will introduce conservation methods for adaptive reuse of industrial buildings. As a case study, the research will focus on Energy Museum in Istanbul. To assess the building based on reusing principals. The study concludes that Energy Museum is one of the successful examples of reuse of the building. It also concludes that less intervention in reusing a building can save the identity of the building.
This document discusses the restoration of archaeological and heritage buildings in India. It begins with an introduction to India's rich historic background and important heritage sites like the Taj Mahal. It then covers the importance, terminology, challenges, guidelines, case studies, and legislation around restoring heritage buildings. Two case studies are presented: the restoration of Humayun's Tomb and the Main Building of the University of Pune. The presentation concludes that preventative maintenance is important to reduce decay, and restoration requires understanding a structure's significance and condition to guide conservation and reinforcement measures.
Optimising Existing Structures Through RetrofittingJIT KUMAR GUPTA
Text tries to showcase and illustrate the role and importance of retrofitting in the domain of built environment to make cities and human living cost-effective and sustainable. It tries to demonstrate how retrofitting can be leveraged and used to make value addition to the buildings by increasing their life span and usability. besides changing their usage and creating spaces needed by the city. It can promote inclusiveness and make cities least consumers of energy, resources and reducing the constrution and demolition of urban waste. Text also brings out the advantages and limitation of the process.
Economic and Cultural Aspects to Adaptive Reuse of old buildingsAmeeshi Goenka
This document summarizes an academic paper on the economic and socio-cultural aspects of adaptive reuse. It discusses several case studies of historic buildings that have been adaptively reused, including the Melbourne GPO building converted into a shopping arcade, the Utah State Historical Society building converted into an archive, and the Nottingham Lace Market warehouses converted into small businesses. It also examines the concept of obsolescence and how adaptive reuse can increase a building's useful life. The document argues that adaptive reuse can preserve cultural heritage while also proving more economically viable than new construction.
IRJET- Adaptive Reuse- A Case of Lal Baradari, LucknowIRJET Journal
This document summarizes an academic paper about the adaptive reuse of the Lal Baradari building in Lucknow, India. It provides background on adaptive reuse and principles of conservation. It then discusses the Lal Baradari building specifically, which was originally used for coronations and assemblies by rulers of Oudh. The document explores potential adaptive reuse strategies for energizing the currently underdeveloped building as an alternative to demolition, while respecting its historic and cultural significance.
The document discusses the adaptive reuse of buildings for new purposes while retaining historic features. It provides the Tate Modern in London as an example of a successful adaptive reuse project, having converted the Bankside Power Station into a gallery for modern art. The adaptive reuse of the former Orsay railway station in Paris into the Musée d'Orsay museum is also discussed. Adaptive reuse can provide environmental benefits by retaining a building's embodied energy and reducing the need for new construction. It also yields social benefits by engaging communities and preserving heritage buildings.
This document discusses adaptive reuse of industrial buildings and heritage sites. It defines adaptive reuse as converting a building from one use to another in order to preserve heritage significance and give new life to structures. Adaptive reuse provides environmental, social and economic benefits over demolition. Some challenges to adaptive reuse include finding appropriate new uses that respect the building's heritage and accommodating modern needs, as well as remediating contamination at former industrial sites. India has opportunities to adaptively reuse historic industrial buildings like mills and warehouses.
This document presents a framework for systematically analyzing precedents of adaptive reuse architecture projects. It proposes conducting analyses at three stages: 1) the original building and use, 2) the transformed building and new use, and 3) the transformation tactics and strategy. Sixteen case studies are classified according to various attributes to establish a basis for an automated search model. A comprehensive set of formal analyses is demonstrated on one case study, examining attributes like mass, size, rhythm and form at both the original and transformed stages. Documentation of plans, sections, images and 3D models is also discussed as fundamental to adaptive reuse precedent studies.
A B S T R A C T
Industrial buildings as an example of cultural heritage transforms our cultural identity from past to the present and even for the future. Unfortunately, there are lots of industrial building which lost its function by converting the place to live and identifiable place. This research will clarify the reasons of conserving of the industrial heritage and by classification of international charters which are dealing with industrial heritage will introduce conservation methods for adaptive reuse of industrial buildings. As a case study, the research will focus on Energy Museum in Istanbul. To assess the building based on reusing principals. The study concludes that Energy Museum is one of the successful examples of reuse of the building. It also concludes that less intervention in reusing a building can save the identity of the building.
This document discusses the restoration of archaeological and heritage buildings in India. It begins with an introduction to India's rich historic background and important heritage sites like the Taj Mahal. It then covers the importance, terminology, challenges, guidelines, case studies, and legislation around restoring heritage buildings. Two case studies are presented: the restoration of Humayun's Tomb and the Main Building of the University of Pune. The presentation concludes that preventative maintenance is important to reduce decay, and restoration requires understanding a structure's significance and condition to guide conservation and reinforcement measures.
Optimising Existing Structures Through RetrofittingJIT KUMAR GUPTA
Text tries to showcase and illustrate the role and importance of retrofitting in the domain of built environment to make cities and human living cost-effective and sustainable. It tries to demonstrate how retrofitting can be leveraged and used to make value addition to the buildings by increasing their life span and usability. besides changing their usage and creating spaces needed by the city. It can promote inclusiveness and make cities least consumers of energy, resources and reducing the constrution and demolition of urban waste. Text also brings out the advantages and limitation of the process.
Sustainable architecture seeks to minimize the negative environmental impact of buildings through efficient and moderate use of materials, energy, and space. It takes a conscious approach to energy and ecological conservation in building design. The goal is to ensure current actions do not inhibit future opportunities. Key techniques include optimizing building orientation, insulation, passive solar design, and active solar devices to reduce energy needs and capture renewable sources. Proper siting and design of buildings and renewable systems like solar panels and wind turbines can maximize energy efficiency and production. However, standards for quantifying sustainability of building materials remain inconsistent and complex.
Site planning in Architectural Projects- Principles and ApproachesJitKumarGupta1
Presentation tries to showcase the relevance of site planning in the architectural projects, impact of site plan on designing buildings, process to be followed and principles to be kept in mind while evolving site plans. Presentation also makes an attempt to explain and detail out the role of site and factors to be considered while evaluating any site.
The built environment refers to human-made surroundings like buildings, parks, neighborhoods, and cities that provide settings for human activity. It is a material and cultural product combining physical elements and energy for living, working and recreating. Modern built environments emerge from interdisciplinary fields addressing the design, construction, management and use of surroundings and their relationship to human activities over time. Public health research has found that built environments expressly designed for physical activity are linked to higher activity levels and better health outcomes. Key factors include walkability, bikeability, and access to healthy foods.
Heritage conservation aims to preserve structures, artifacts, and sites that are historically, culturally, or architecturally significant. The document discusses several key points about heritage conservation in India:
1. Heritage structures are classified into different grades based on their historic significance - from World Heritage Sites and national monuments protected by the Archaeological Survey of India, to state and locally protected sites.
2. Conservation aims to retain a structure's cultural significance through preservation, restoration, reconstruction, or adaptation while using original materials where possible.
3. Stakeholders like owners, governments, and the public must respect heritage and ensure its proper maintenance, repair, documentation, interpretation and management according to conservation policy.
This document provides an overview of a lecture on architectural conservation. It defines architectural conservation as protecting the material, historical, and design integrity of built heritage through planned interventions. It discusses the different approaches of preservation, conservation, restoration, rehabilitation, and reconstruction. Techniques for conserving ancient stone structures like cleaning, consolidating, and protecting with water repellents are outlined. The criteria for selecting sites for the UNESCO World Heritage List are presented, including representing cultural or natural significance or outstanding universal value. Students are assigned to document a visited site and submit a report on a selected Indian monument on the World Heritage List.
The document discusses issues and challenges related to architectural conservation in Malaysia. It examines common issues like environmental, organizational, human, financial, and technical challenges. Organizational issues include opposing conservation philosophies, confusing laws and guidelines, and a lack of standardized conservation methods. Case studies compare conservation approaches in Penang and Klang, finding that street art is poorly maintained in Klang due to neglect. UNESCO, the National Heritage Department, and non-profits help support conservation, but face challenges of standardized implementation and public awareness. Overall, the document aims to understand conservation issues in Malaysia and identify solutions through comparative analysis.
The document discusses ecological building and sustainable architecture. It covers the environmental impacts of buildings, including resource depletion, pollution, and loss of green space. It then discusses sustainable built environments and how to reduce the input and output of materials and energy through the building life cycle. The goal is to design buildings that minimize their environmental impact through strategies like using local and low-embodied energy materials, renewable energy sources, and waste management.
Challenges in Conservation of Heritage StructuresIJLT EMAS
Rajasthan is the most beautiful and vibrant state of India. The unique characteristic of its architecture is very popular in the whole world. The Rajasthan architecture is significantly depend on Rajput architecture school which was mixture of mughal and Hindu structural design. Grand havelis, astonishing forts and elaborately carved temples are the vital portion of architectural heritage of Rajasthan. Few of most striking and splendid forts along with palaces with parched Aravali land clearly depicts history of Rajasthan's celebrated heritage. Almost every city of the spectacular desert land Rajasthan is lined with fabulous forts and palaces built by various rulers and architects. These forts and palaces were generally built outside the walled city over the high hills to protect the city The state of Rajasthan hosts few of splendid palaces and forts of the whole world. Ornamented havelis, elaborately carved temples and also magnificent forts are section of the Rajasthan's architectural heritage. The artistic builders designed major architectural styles which are located in cities like Jaisalmer, Udaipur, Jaipur and Jodhpur. The most significant architectural designs in Rajasthan include Jantar Mantar, Dilwara Temples, Lake Palace Hotel, and City Palaces, Chittorgarh Fort, Deeg palace and Jaisalmer Havelis. The glory is well conserved in the Rajasthan and in the majestic forts and palaces. Enduring the unmerciful desert winds and oppressing heat of the scorching sun, they have stood unshakable against many-a-sieges and have provided protection to the rulers in their time of conflict. Now, they have been opened to the tourists who come here to see a wonderful presentation of their rich heritage and splendid artistic architecture. Many of these forts and palaces retain their old allure and ritual. Some of the royal residences have been now turned into heritage hotels, where the visitors can still experience the magic of India's imperial past. Important Artifacts of Rajasthan Architecture are: Havelis, Chhatris, Jharokhas, and Stepwells.
1) The ATTESS project aims to develop guidelines for improving the energy and environmental performance of historic buildings according to sustainable construction criteria.
2) The guidelines look to balance conservation needs with efficiency goals by building on the intrinsic sustainable qualities of traditional construction methods.
3) By carefully studying each building and context, the guidelines provide a methodological tool to thoughtfully design necessary interventions that respect history, technology, energy use, and sustainability.
Repair and Maintenance of Heritage StructuresDr K M SONI
This document discusses the repair and maintenance of heritage structures. It begins by defining heritage and discussing the classification of heritage structures in India, including World Heritage sites, ASI protected monuments, and state government grades. It notes that ASI protected monuments receive funds for conservation but may lack expertise, while grades I and IIA structures allow little to no intervention and IIB and III allow more flexibility. The document outlines common causes of heritage structure deterioration like neglect, poor maintenance, damage from visitors, and encroachment. It emphasizes the need to maintain heritage structures according to their original design, materials, and construction methods. The conclusion stresses the importance of education, engineering expertise, and enforcement of regulations to properly conserve heritage structures and
The document discusses the conservation of heritage buildings. It provides principles and guidelines for conservation from international charters like the Venice Charter. Conservation aims to prolong the life of historic buildings so present and future generations can experience them. It involves respecting original building materials, construction methods, spaces, and character-giving elements. Minimum intervention and reversible actions are recommended. Adaptive reuse requires understanding a building's structural behavior and using compatible new materials. Additions should be distinguishable from the original. The case study on the Senate House in Chennai describes conservation steps like repointing bricks, restoring plasterwork and stained glass windows, and removing plant growth.
The document provides an introduction to the built environment course, including definitions and components. It discusses:
- The natural environment consists of natural biological communities that maintain themselves, while the built environment refers to man-made surroundings that provide settings for human activity and living.
- Environmental design is the science of understanding and shaping the environment through renewed awareness of ecology. It includes products, interiors, structures, landscapes, cities, regions, and earth.
- The construction industry includes integrated professions that construct, alter, refurbish, and repair buildings and civil engineering structures. It has three main components: design and development, specialist design, and construction management.
- The document outlines various professions involved in
sustainable achitecture - introduction - design - need for it - elements - green roof , solar shingles , rain harvesting , cob houses - techniques - examples
The document discusses the importance of respecting heritage structures during maintenance works. It defines heritage as buildings, artifacts, and structures of historic, cultural, or architectural significance that are passed down over generations. Proper classification and organizations like the Archaeological Survey of India are responsible for protecting important monuments, but often face issues like lack of funds and expertise. Heritage buildings require specialized maintenance that considers their historic design, materials, and construction methods. Neglect, improper repairs, encroachment, and changes can damage heritage structures over time. Conservation efforts should focus on specialized surveys, repairs, landscape design, and preventing deterioration to preserve important cultural heritage.
Conservation is not just a result of few years but work and dedication of centuries. With every good, there certainly follows bad but focusing on the positives and addressing the bad is what drives us to the future; in this case the future for our past.
Conservation – Restoration of Exposed Concrete Façade of Heritage Buildings i...Malkit Singh
Presentation on Conservation – Restoration of Exposed Concrete Façade of Heritage Buildings in City Centre, Sector-17, Chandigarh prepared by Prof. Jagjit Singh Ghuman, Formerly Chief Town Planner and Head T&CP Deptt., Govt. of Punjab in the Heritage Conservation Committee 4th Meeting on 22nd May, 2014 organised by Chandigarh UT Administration.
casestudy on conservation of historic township (leh)laxmi basnet
The document discusses conservation of historic townships in Nepal. It defines conservation as action taken to prolong the life and integrity of built heritage. Conservation helps develop expertise and learn about construction typology and materials over time. Some key points:
- Historic structures are important parts of cultural heritage that deteriorate without maintenance. Conservation aims to respect past cultures and prevent decay.
- Values that determine what needs conservation include emotional, architectural, aesthetic, archaeological, socio-economic, political and spiritual values.
- The methodology of conservation includes inventorying, inspecting, and documenting buildings before appropriate interventions like preservation, restoration or reconstruction.
- Degrees of intervention range from prevention of deterioration to conjectural restoration, with the
[CDA] Sustainable Architecture Presentation Leon Barnard
Sustainable architecture is part of our future, by taking the role of educating and showing our responsibilities as architects, planners, designers and land owners - the living buildings of tomorrow will be built today.
The document discusses the issues and challenges of conserving historical buildings in Malaysia. It identifies key issues such as lack of public participation, environmental threats, technical difficulties, poor financial support, and pressures from rapid development. Case studies on specific historical sites like the Kuala Lumpur Chinatown and Sultan Abdul Samad Building help illustrate how these issues can lead to deterioration or demolition of important architectural heritage. Promoting public education and establishing legal frameworks are suggested as ways to help balance preservation of historical buildings with new development initiatives.
Affected variables on successful infill design in urban historic contextAlexander Decker
This document discusses factors that affect successful architectural design for new construction projects within historic urban contexts. It begins by outlining the importance of conserving historic urban sites and traditional contexts as evidence of past lifestyles and cultures. The document then reviews different strategies for new design in historic areas, including replication of historic styles versus intentional contrast. It discusses guidelines from organizations like ICOMOS that call for new construction to be distinguishable from historic fabric while still being compatible. The document suggests there is a range between compatibility and contrast when designing in historic contexts. It argues that achieving aesthetic fitness requires understanding how new designs can both respect the historic context through elements like compatibility, harmony and meanings, while also bearing a contemporary stamp.
How we listed our local heritage assets - Marple Civic SocietyCivicVoice2010
This document discusses the process of creating a local heritage list for Marple, UK to recognize and protect important heritage assets not already designated. It began in 2009 in response to a development threat. Criteria for listing were established including architectural, historic, and group value. Over 370 buildings were surveyed based on public nominations, and 109 were recommended for the local list. Benefits include protection for local heritage and consideration in planning. Lessons highlighted the importance of community involvement. Next steps proposed expanding protections for some sites through additional designation as Assets of Community Value.
12 Case Studies: Adaptive Reuse of Industrial BuildingsSeventh Hill
Graduate students at Kent State University's Cleveland Urban Design Collaborative researched case studies on adaptive reuse of industrial buildings. The document includes an edited version of each case study presentation created by the students. The 12 projects are located in cities from around the world and include a range of new uses. The case studies served as inspiration for the students' Spring 2016 Urban Design Studio focused on redevelopment proposals for Cleveland's Lake Shore Power Plant. For more information on Kent State University's Cleveland Urban Design Collaborative, please visit: www.cudc.kent.edu
Sustainable architecture seeks to minimize the negative environmental impact of buildings through efficient and moderate use of materials, energy, and space. It takes a conscious approach to energy and ecological conservation in building design. The goal is to ensure current actions do not inhibit future opportunities. Key techniques include optimizing building orientation, insulation, passive solar design, and active solar devices to reduce energy needs and capture renewable sources. Proper siting and design of buildings and renewable systems like solar panels and wind turbines can maximize energy efficiency and production. However, standards for quantifying sustainability of building materials remain inconsistent and complex.
Site planning in Architectural Projects- Principles and ApproachesJitKumarGupta1
Presentation tries to showcase the relevance of site planning in the architectural projects, impact of site plan on designing buildings, process to be followed and principles to be kept in mind while evolving site plans. Presentation also makes an attempt to explain and detail out the role of site and factors to be considered while evaluating any site.
The built environment refers to human-made surroundings like buildings, parks, neighborhoods, and cities that provide settings for human activity. It is a material and cultural product combining physical elements and energy for living, working and recreating. Modern built environments emerge from interdisciplinary fields addressing the design, construction, management and use of surroundings and their relationship to human activities over time. Public health research has found that built environments expressly designed for physical activity are linked to higher activity levels and better health outcomes. Key factors include walkability, bikeability, and access to healthy foods.
Heritage conservation aims to preserve structures, artifacts, and sites that are historically, culturally, or architecturally significant. The document discusses several key points about heritage conservation in India:
1. Heritage structures are classified into different grades based on their historic significance - from World Heritage Sites and national monuments protected by the Archaeological Survey of India, to state and locally protected sites.
2. Conservation aims to retain a structure's cultural significance through preservation, restoration, reconstruction, or adaptation while using original materials where possible.
3. Stakeholders like owners, governments, and the public must respect heritage and ensure its proper maintenance, repair, documentation, interpretation and management according to conservation policy.
This document provides an overview of a lecture on architectural conservation. It defines architectural conservation as protecting the material, historical, and design integrity of built heritage through planned interventions. It discusses the different approaches of preservation, conservation, restoration, rehabilitation, and reconstruction. Techniques for conserving ancient stone structures like cleaning, consolidating, and protecting with water repellents are outlined. The criteria for selecting sites for the UNESCO World Heritage List are presented, including representing cultural or natural significance or outstanding universal value. Students are assigned to document a visited site and submit a report on a selected Indian monument on the World Heritage List.
The document discusses issues and challenges related to architectural conservation in Malaysia. It examines common issues like environmental, organizational, human, financial, and technical challenges. Organizational issues include opposing conservation philosophies, confusing laws and guidelines, and a lack of standardized conservation methods. Case studies compare conservation approaches in Penang and Klang, finding that street art is poorly maintained in Klang due to neglect. UNESCO, the National Heritage Department, and non-profits help support conservation, but face challenges of standardized implementation and public awareness. Overall, the document aims to understand conservation issues in Malaysia and identify solutions through comparative analysis.
The document discusses ecological building and sustainable architecture. It covers the environmental impacts of buildings, including resource depletion, pollution, and loss of green space. It then discusses sustainable built environments and how to reduce the input and output of materials and energy through the building life cycle. The goal is to design buildings that minimize their environmental impact through strategies like using local and low-embodied energy materials, renewable energy sources, and waste management.
Challenges in Conservation of Heritage StructuresIJLT EMAS
Rajasthan is the most beautiful and vibrant state of India. The unique characteristic of its architecture is very popular in the whole world. The Rajasthan architecture is significantly depend on Rajput architecture school which was mixture of mughal and Hindu structural design. Grand havelis, astonishing forts and elaborately carved temples are the vital portion of architectural heritage of Rajasthan. Few of most striking and splendid forts along with palaces with parched Aravali land clearly depicts history of Rajasthan's celebrated heritage. Almost every city of the spectacular desert land Rajasthan is lined with fabulous forts and palaces built by various rulers and architects. These forts and palaces were generally built outside the walled city over the high hills to protect the city The state of Rajasthan hosts few of splendid palaces and forts of the whole world. Ornamented havelis, elaborately carved temples and also magnificent forts are section of the Rajasthan's architectural heritage. The artistic builders designed major architectural styles which are located in cities like Jaisalmer, Udaipur, Jaipur and Jodhpur. The most significant architectural designs in Rajasthan include Jantar Mantar, Dilwara Temples, Lake Palace Hotel, and City Palaces, Chittorgarh Fort, Deeg palace and Jaisalmer Havelis. The glory is well conserved in the Rajasthan and in the majestic forts and palaces. Enduring the unmerciful desert winds and oppressing heat of the scorching sun, they have stood unshakable against many-a-sieges and have provided protection to the rulers in their time of conflict. Now, they have been opened to the tourists who come here to see a wonderful presentation of their rich heritage and splendid artistic architecture. Many of these forts and palaces retain their old allure and ritual. Some of the royal residences have been now turned into heritage hotels, where the visitors can still experience the magic of India's imperial past. Important Artifacts of Rajasthan Architecture are: Havelis, Chhatris, Jharokhas, and Stepwells.
1) The ATTESS project aims to develop guidelines for improving the energy and environmental performance of historic buildings according to sustainable construction criteria.
2) The guidelines look to balance conservation needs with efficiency goals by building on the intrinsic sustainable qualities of traditional construction methods.
3) By carefully studying each building and context, the guidelines provide a methodological tool to thoughtfully design necessary interventions that respect history, technology, energy use, and sustainability.
Repair and Maintenance of Heritage StructuresDr K M SONI
This document discusses the repair and maintenance of heritage structures. It begins by defining heritage and discussing the classification of heritage structures in India, including World Heritage sites, ASI protected monuments, and state government grades. It notes that ASI protected monuments receive funds for conservation but may lack expertise, while grades I and IIA structures allow little to no intervention and IIB and III allow more flexibility. The document outlines common causes of heritage structure deterioration like neglect, poor maintenance, damage from visitors, and encroachment. It emphasizes the need to maintain heritage structures according to their original design, materials, and construction methods. The conclusion stresses the importance of education, engineering expertise, and enforcement of regulations to properly conserve heritage structures and
The document discusses the conservation of heritage buildings. It provides principles and guidelines for conservation from international charters like the Venice Charter. Conservation aims to prolong the life of historic buildings so present and future generations can experience them. It involves respecting original building materials, construction methods, spaces, and character-giving elements. Minimum intervention and reversible actions are recommended. Adaptive reuse requires understanding a building's structural behavior and using compatible new materials. Additions should be distinguishable from the original. The case study on the Senate House in Chennai describes conservation steps like repointing bricks, restoring plasterwork and stained glass windows, and removing plant growth.
The document provides an introduction to the built environment course, including definitions and components. It discusses:
- The natural environment consists of natural biological communities that maintain themselves, while the built environment refers to man-made surroundings that provide settings for human activity and living.
- Environmental design is the science of understanding and shaping the environment through renewed awareness of ecology. It includes products, interiors, structures, landscapes, cities, regions, and earth.
- The construction industry includes integrated professions that construct, alter, refurbish, and repair buildings and civil engineering structures. It has three main components: design and development, specialist design, and construction management.
- The document outlines various professions involved in
sustainable achitecture - introduction - design - need for it - elements - green roof , solar shingles , rain harvesting , cob houses - techniques - examples
The document discusses the importance of respecting heritage structures during maintenance works. It defines heritage as buildings, artifacts, and structures of historic, cultural, or architectural significance that are passed down over generations. Proper classification and organizations like the Archaeological Survey of India are responsible for protecting important monuments, but often face issues like lack of funds and expertise. Heritage buildings require specialized maintenance that considers their historic design, materials, and construction methods. Neglect, improper repairs, encroachment, and changes can damage heritage structures over time. Conservation efforts should focus on specialized surveys, repairs, landscape design, and preventing deterioration to preserve important cultural heritage.
Conservation is not just a result of few years but work and dedication of centuries. With every good, there certainly follows bad but focusing on the positives and addressing the bad is what drives us to the future; in this case the future for our past.
Conservation – Restoration of Exposed Concrete Façade of Heritage Buildings i...Malkit Singh
Presentation on Conservation – Restoration of Exposed Concrete Façade of Heritage Buildings in City Centre, Sector-17, Chandigarh prepared by Prof. Jagjit Singh Ghuman, Formerly Chief Town Planner and Head T&CP Deptt., Govt. of Punjab in the Heritage Conservation Committee 4th Meeting on 22nd May, 2014 organised by Chandigarh UT Administration.
casestudy on conservation of historic township (leh)laxmi basnet
The document discusses conservation of historic townships in Nepal. It defines conservation as action taken to prolong the life and integrity of built heritage. Conservation helps develop expertise and learn about construction typology and materials over time. Some key points:
- Historic structures are important parts of cultural heritage that deteriorate without maintenance. Conservation aims to respect past cultures and prevent decay.
- Values that determine what needs conservation include emotional, architectural, aesthetic, archaeological, socio-economic, political and spiritual values.
- The methodology of conservation includes inventorying, inspecting, and documenting buildings before appropriate interventions like preservation, restoration or reconstruction.
- Degrees of intervention range from prevention of deterioration to conjectural restoration, with the
[CDA] Sustainable Architecture Presentation Leon Barnard
Sustainable architecture is part of our future, by taking the role of educating and showing our responsibilities as architects, planners, designers and land owners - the living buildings of tomorrow will be built today.
The document discusses the issues and challenges of conserving historical buildings in Malaysia. It identifies key issues such as lack of public participation, environmental threats, technical difficulties, poor financial support, and pressures from rapid development. Case studies on specific historical sites like the Kuala Lumpur Chinatown and Sultan Abdul Samad Building help illustrate how these issues can lead to deterioration or demolition of important architectural heritage. Promoting public education and establishing legal frameworks are suggested as ways to help balance preservation of historical buildings with new development initiatives.
Affected variables on successful infill design in urban historic contextAlexander Decker
This document discusses factors that affect successful architectural design for new construction projects within historic urban contexts. It begins by outlining the importance of conserving historic urban sites and traditional contexts as evidence of past lifestyles and cultures. The document then reviews different strategies for new design in historic areas, including replication of historic styles versus intentional contrast. It discusses guidelines from organizations like ICOMOS that call for new construction to be distinguishable from historic fabric while still being compatible. The document suggests there is a range between compatibility and contrast when designing in historic contexts. It argues that achieving aesthetic fitness requires understanding how new designs can both respect the historic context through elements like compatibility, harmony and meanings, while also bearing a contemporary stamp.
How we listed our local heritage assets - Marple Civic SocietyCivicVoice2010
This document discusses the process of creating a local heritage list for Marple, UK to recognize and protect important heritage assets not already designated. It began in 2009 in response to a development threat. Criteria for listing were established including architectural, historic, and group value. Over 370 buildings were surveyed based on public nominations, and 109 were recommended for the local list. Benefits include protection for local heritage and consideration in planning. Lessons highlighted the importance of community involvement. Next steps proposed expanding protections for some sites through additional designation as Assets of Community Value.
12 Case Studies: Adaptive Reuse of Industrial BuildingsSeventh Hill
Graduate students at Kent State University's Cleveland Urban Design Collaborative researched case studies on adaptive reuse of industrial buildings. The document includes an edited version of each case study presentation created by the students. The 12 projects are located in cities from around the world and include a range of new uses. The case studies served as inspiration for the students' Spring 2016 Urban Design Studio focused on redevelopment proposals for Cleveland's Lake Shore Power Plant. For more information on Kent State University's Cleveland Urban Design Collaborative, please visit: www.cudc.kent.edu
Adaptive Reuse - Funding Case Study - Fehr GrahamGeoff Oman
Details of one communities determination to take old factories, buildings, and neglected areas and turn them into vibrant, useful corridors in the city. Explanation of various funding opportunities that were utilized and how those grant funds can be available for your community. There are true real world examples of successes that Freeport, Illinois had when determining how their community was going to plan for the future development.
IKM Architects: Case Study Higher Education Renovation-2012IKM Incorporated
IKM Architects presentation of a Case Study for the design, renovation and addition of an historic building on the Grove City College Campus for new use as an Alumni Center.
This document is enhanced content for "Innovation at National Trust Historic Sites" by Cindi Malinick in the Summer 2014 Forum Journal (Stepping into the Future at Historic Sites). To learn more about Preservation Leadership Forum and how you can become a member visit: http://www.preservationleadershipforum.org
The document provides information about federal and state historic rehabilitation tax credits in Ohio. It discusses the basics of the 20% Federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit and the 25% Ohio Historic Preservation Tax Credit programs. It also outlines the application procedures and requirements for each part of the federal tax credit application process. Guidelines for submitting documentation and tips for a successful application are provided. The Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation are summarized as ten principles for preserving historic character during rehabilitation projects.
The document describes an adaptive architecture for .NET applications with the following goals:
1) Streamline development for faster time to market while facilitating adherence to standards and best practices.
2) Improve consistency to simplify maintenance and enhance stability.
3) Be built on best practices from the Enterprise Library and incorporate a customization layer to adapt to future changes while protecting applications.
4) Use interfaces, proxy methods, business entities and a model-view-presenter pattern to separate responsibilities and limit the scope of changes.
How many ways can you use a box?
A building can be just as adaptive. Banks become drive-through restaurants, coffee shops and clothing stores and warehouses can become curling rinks.
As Tempe continues to reinvent itself, the adaptive reuse of existing building becomes increasingly important. Older buildings may become unsuitable for their original purpose due to more rapid changes in technology, architectural requirements and modern tastes than in the built environment. Adaptive reuse becomes a sustainability tool that preserves revenue-generating commercial space, which is a priority for Tempe, and provides the opportunity for an eclectic mix of neighborhood retail and service establishments.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive function. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
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The document summarizes the adaptive reuse of two structures:
1) Broerenkerk Church in Zwolle, Netherlands, which was originally a 15th century Dominican monastery and church that has been converted into a bookstore.
2) Jumbo Hostel at Stockholm Airport, which has adapted a decommissioned Boeing 747 jumbo jet airliner into a 79-bed hostel, with rooms, bathrooms and amenities installed within the aircraft's interior.
This presentation presents a case study of structural and logistical issues involved in the adaptive reuse of an early 20th-century skyscraper, and outlines the case for achieving sustainability through such repurposing. Through skillful structural design, the redevelopment of the Woolworth Building serves as a case study of successfully repositioning an underutilized 1913 office tower to serve a new market – luxury residential. The Woolworth Building’s historic context, existing structural systems and scope of the residential conversion is itemized, while particular technical concerns are explained.
The majority of India’s architectural heritage and sites are unprotected. They constitute a unique civilisational legacy..This unprotected heritage embodies values of enduring relevance to contemporary Indian society.The objective of conservation is to maintain the significance of the architectural heritage or site.
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Relationship to the natural environment.The overarching objective for undertaking unprotected architectural heritage and sites is to establish the efficacy of conservation as a development goal.
The document discusses four case studies on the adaptive reuse of historic buildings and structures based on different schools of thought. It focuses on the restoration of the Bhaudaji Lad Museum in Mumbai and the adaptive reuse of traditional pol houses in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The pol houses showcase the rich culture and traditions of the past but now face issues due to modernization. The case study proposes sensitively adapting the structures for new uses while preserving original fabric to promote heritage conservation and generate funds for maintenance. This allows the buildings to be sustainably reused in a way that benefits both inhabitants and preservation of cultural heritage.
Green architecture, or green design, is an approach to building that minimizes harmful effects on human health and the environment.
The "green" architect or designer attempts to safeguard air, water, and earth by choosing eco-friendly building materials and construction practices.
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This document discusses the climatic zones of India and their implications for green building design. It outlines five main climatic zones - hot and dry, warm and humid, moderate/temperate, cold (cloudy/sunny), and composite. For each zone, it describes the key thermal comfort requirements and how they can be addressed through physical design elements like building orientation, insulation, shading, ventilation strategies, and materials. The hot and dry zone focuses on reducing heat gain, while the warm and humid zone addresses both heat gain reduction and heat loss promotion through ventilation. Addressing climatic considerations is an important part of integrated green building design.
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2) It advocates taking a whole systems approach to sustainability that considers economic, environmental and social factors over the full lifecycle of projects.
3) It argues that engineers are well-positioned to drive sustainability through innovation, expanding their influence early in the project process, and striving for engineering excellence.
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The document discusses how good quality carbon reduction can be achieved through the planning process. It notes that 45% of CO2 emissions come from buildings and outlines government targets for new and existing homes to be zero carbon. It also states that 80% of homes in 2050 will be existing homes built before then. The document discusses how the planning system aims to deliver sustainable development and encourages designs that use resources efficiently. It provides examples of planning policies and guidance on achieving carbon reduction and sustainability through location, layout, materials and building performance.
A Green Building, also known as a sustainable building, is a structure that is designed, built, renovated, operated, or re-used in anecological and resource efficient manner.
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Buildings as consumers of energy, resources and generators of waste has major implications for humanity, communities, climate and resources. Context of buildings have to be understood and appreciated in terms of resources, climate and sustainability. Buildings have to be planned, designed, constructed, operated and managed in a manner that they make value to environment, ecology and bio-diversity. Buildings are always evolving, devolving, never ever static and finite. Buildings need care and dedication.A Green building makes you Happy, Healthy and More Productive
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Reduces Carbon Footprints
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Architectural Design and structural design remain collaborative and partners in making building sustainable and green. No building can be planned , designed and made green unless structural design and state of art construction supports it. Achieving sustainability in a building will be misnomer, mirage and a fallacy by excluding the input and expertise of the art and science of sustainable structure and construction. Presentation studies, examines, explores and explains that relationship and suggests option and strategies which can be leveraged to make sustainable buildings. Existing rating systems excludes the role and importance of structural design in making buildings green and sustainable, which need review ,revision and redefinition to make sustainable Structure Design integral part of the rating system of buildings in order to make these systems rational , focused and relevant to the objectives, they are supposed to achieve.
The document summarizes a seminar presentation about ensuring quality housing growth in Leeds. It discusses Leeds' goal of building 70,000 new homes by 2028 and efforts to ensure high quality design. This includes establishing a "Leeds Standard" for new developments that focuses on space standards, energy efficiency, and design quality. It also describes an innovative low-impact cohousing project called LILAC that features resident-led design and construction. The presentation outlines Leeds' strategies for guiding development through policies, collaboration with developers, and leading by example in new council housing.
Green architecture aims to minimize environmental impact through sustainable design and materials. It focuses on efficient energy and water use, renewable resources, and non-toxic materials. Common green building techniques include natural ventilation, solar power, recycled materials, and water recycling. Overall green design seeks to reduce waste and pollution while enhancing occupant health and comfort through sustainable and eco-friendly construction practices.
The document discusses the public realm as sustainable design. It defines the public realm as any accessible space like parks, plazas, and streets. Historically, public open spaces became integral to city planning in the 1800s-1930s as a reaction to overcrowded cities. Sustainable design considers social, economic, and environmental factors. Examples of sustainable public spaces given are Central Park in New York and parks in Sydney post-Olympics. Rating systems can be used to measure sustainability but should not override good design. Equal access to green space improves quality of life.
Jo Harris, Business Manager for BSRIA's Sustainable Construction Group, discussed the role of facilities management in overcoming obstacles to high density resilient cities
The document describes a new clothing factory called MAS Intimates Thurulie located in Sri Lanka. It was built to be a model of sustainable construction as part of Marks & Spencer's Plan A environmental initiative. Some key aspects of the factory include being powered solely by renewable energy sources, incorporating passive cooling designs, generating on-site renewable energy, and prioritizing employee well-being. The factory aims to revitalize the local economy and support over 1,300 jobs. It serves as an example of how industrial buildings can achieve high sustainability and social standards.
Buildings remain crucial for promoting sustainability because buildings remain largest consumers of energy, resources and generators of waste. This world can never ever be made livable and sustainable unless buildings are planned, designed, constructed and managed in a rational and realistic manner. Accordingly role of architects, engineers, planners, industry, builders, contractors and other stakeholders becomes important for looking critically and objectively, how buildings are planned and designed. It needs to be understood and appreciated that there cannot be any option better than designing buildings with nature , using natural elements. Built environment has to be made supportive to environment and ecology. If buildings donot make value addition to environment and bio-diversity, then no human being using such buildings shall remain happy and healthy. Buildings are meant for people, community and society to be used, and if the buildings cannot keep and fulfill that promise then the entire purpose of creating buildings is defeated. Architects and Engineers must come forward to ensure that the buildings are made supportive of nature and should invariably make value addition to nature in order to usher an era of sustainability, failing which humanity will be heading for disaster and self-destruction.
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3. “Sometimes the biggest
challenge in reusing a historic
building is not adapting its
irreplaceable features,
but convincing those who will
ultimately use the building Wilton Candy Kitchen, Wilton, Iowa
that you're not crazy.” – Building circa 1860
John Greer, Jason Clement
Adaptive reuse is the act of finding a new use for a
building – a “process by which structurally sound
older buildings are developed for economically viable
new uses.” – Richard L. Austin
4. Thank you for joining us,
Tonight’s presenters are...
5. Redmond Historian
Chair of Redmond’s Landmark Commission
Special Redmond Member of
King County’s Regional Landmarks Commission
THOMAS HITZROTH
6. Principal at BDR Architects
Vice Chair of King County’s Regional Landmarks Commission
Chair of King County’s Design Review Committee
WA Heritage Barn Advisory Committee
BRIAN D. RICH
AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, CDT
7. Principal Architect at Piper Cole Architects
Chair of Redmond’s Innovative Housing Review Panel
Member of Redmond’s Landmark Commission
Principal Architect at Meade Design Group, LLC
Chair of Redmond’s Design Review Board
DAVID SCOTT MEADE
AIA, NCARB
10. Population
• From 47 in 1880
• To 54,144 in 2011
• From a business district of appx. 5 blocks
• To two urban centers today
11. Redmond In 2030
78,000 Downtown
residents
119,000 jobs
18 hour place
Art, history,
gateways,
and gathering
Mobility
Nearly 3/4th of Redmond’s housing growth and 2/3rds of
commercial development expected in Downtown and Overlake
12. Downtown
Parking
2 hour, 9am-5pm, limited
Disabled & motorcycles
unlimited parking
Future - some paid facilities
for more than 2 daytime
hours
Additional information:
Gloria Newby
425-556-2442
16. Pioneering
1871
• Pioneering families
• Perrigo
• McRedmond
1880
• 47 people resided here
• 6 families
1883
• Place known as a
settlement
• Not yet village or a
town
17. Business - Industry
Logging industry
Railroad connection
in1889
Circa 1900
development
• Hotel Redmond
• Depot
• Meat Market
• Sikes Valley Hotel
• Walther Hotel
18. Redmond - Incorporation
Incorporation – 1912
6 weeks after Earnest
Adams birth November
24.
• Water system
• Taxation of alcohol
• Commercial expansion
• Saloon – Bill Brown
• Redmond State Bank
• Redmond Trading
Company
• first brick building
21. Tour Discussion - Review
• Compatibility
• Uses appropriate to a building (Architect’s office at
Judge White House) (Standard 1)
• Aesthetic (ramp at the Judge White House,
Windows at Brown Building) (Standard 9)
• Technical properties (mortar at brick infill, wood
shakes) (Standard 5)
22. Tour Discussion - Review
• False Historicism (Standard 3)
• Replace in kind or repair vs new (Standard 6)
• Removing an alteration (Metal Siding at
Walther Hotel) (Standard 10)
• Period of Significance (Metal roof and sign
alterations at Ashleigh’s Attic) (Standard 2 &
4)
23. Tour Discussion - Review
• Standards we didn’t talk about:
• Primum non nocere is a Latin phrase that
means "First, do no harm" Hippocratic Oath
(Standard 7)
• Archaeology – Document and respect the
underground data (Standard 8)
24. Tour Discussion - Review
• Code requirements for re-use
• Change of Use triggers code upgrades
• Flexibility in the Building Code (Chapter 34,
Section 3412 and IEBC, and Building Official)
26. One Statement of Responsibility…
King Sturge: Corporate Social
Responsibility (CSR) Statement:
“As a business we are clearly
focused on achieving commercial
success, but we realise that the way
in which we run our business has
an economic, social and
environmental impact. We have a
CSR framework to ensure that we
maintain the focus on achieving
commercial success by
incorporating ethical values,
respect for people, communities and
the natural environment into our
business activities, culture and
strategy.”
27. A Sustainable Community is…
To be sustainable,
a community must be:
• Viable
• Livable
• Equitable
28. Preservation - Integral to a Sustainable Community
“Sustainability begins with preservation.” - Whole Building Design Guide
29. Preservation is Environmental Sustainability
Preservation….
• Reduces solid waste
• Conserves natural resources
• Improves air and water quality
• Enhances & protects ecosystems & biodiversity
“Any new building represents a new impact on the environment.” - Richard Moe, 2007
30. Preservation is Economic Sustainability
Preservation…
• Reduces energy consumption by design
• Enhances property values
• Increases employment and keeps money
local
• Optimizes Life-cycle performance
• Reduces need for additional
infrastructure
“Considering embodied energy, a new
energy-efficient office building doesn’t start
saving energy for about 40 years. And if it
replaces an older building that was
knocked down and hauled away, the
breakeven period stretches to some 65 years . – Mike Jackson, 2008
31. Preservation is Social and Cultural Sustainability
Preservation…
• Enhances occupant comfort and health
• Supports cultural and social
sustainability
• Supports economically viable
communities
“I recognize the right and duty of this
generation to develop and use the natural
resources of our land; but I do not
recognize the right to waste them, or to rob,
by wasteful use, the generations that come
after us.” – Theodore Roosevelt, 1910
32. Preservation - Integral to a Sustainable Community
“Sustainability begins with preservation.” - Whole Building Design Guide
44. Evolving Structures
• Comparing construction techniques
• The intended life of structures
• What withstands time
• And what does not
45. Blending Modern and Historic
• Design elements that support blending
• Design standards that support keeping
historic (smaller scale) and
accommodating modern (larger scale)
46. Different Uses and their
Needs of Structure
• How do businesses of today differ from that
of yesteryear?
• Restaurants – HVAC, commercial kitchens
• Ingress, egress
• Offices – equipment, temperature and humidity
controls, furniture
• Manufacturing – fire and safety standards
47. Redmond
• Considering Downtown’s vision,
helping Old Town fit in
• Suggestions for City and
businesses to remain strong as
change occurs
55. Kimberly Dietz, Senior Planner, Historic Preservation
425-556-2415 or kdietz@redmond.gov
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Editor's Notes
At the core of the Standards is the concept that we should, if possible, do no harm to the structure.
King Sturge, a Real Estate Consultant in the UK offers this statement on Corporate Social Responsibility.An Economic impact…An Environmental impact…A Social (and we might add, cultural) impact…DonnovanRypkema, noted author of Place Economics, has drawn some interesting connections between sustainable design and this statement of Corporate Social Responsibility.Remember this statement: we’ll come back to it.
In his speech given at the Sustain America Conference, Donovan Rypkema suggests that a sustainable community must be viable, livable, and equitable.He further offers one way that historic preservation relates to this sustainable community, drawing connections to the King Sturge Corporate Social Responsibility Statement.
Donovan Rypkema suggests that:1. An equitable community is one that is economically, socially, and culturally responsible, an extension of the King Sturge statement of Corporate Social Responsibility.2. A viable community is one that is economically and environmentally responsible.3. A livable community is one that is environmentally, socially, and culturally responsible.How does this translate into the world of historic preservation and sustainable design? Let’s look.
Preservation is Environmental Sustainability because….Reduces solid wasteReduces solid waste in landfills 1. Construction debris accounts for 1/3 of all waste generated in the US 2. Construction and demolition debris is 136 million tons annually 3. As of 2008, Only 20-30% of construction waste is recycled or reused110 train cars of solid waste go to eastern Oregon each day with waste from the Seattle area!With adaptive re-use, construction waste is reduced or never created in the first place.In other cases, buildings can be deconstructed. Deconstruction is being employed in the deconstruction of barns in the State Barn program. Large sized pieces of old growth wood can be recycled by being cut down to smaller sizes. Conserves natural resourcesPreservation of existing wood and stone materials reduces the need for new materials to be refined, manufactured, and fabricated.98% of the old growth timber that was on the continental US in 1642 is gone. Let’s conserve what we have! Improves air and water qualityPreservation reduces fossil fuel consumption used to dispose of old materials Typical mid-20th century building contains equivalent of 5-15 gallons of gas/sq. ft. Nakamura Courthouse would have 1.9 million gallons of embodied energy…. …which has been conserved through renovation of the building.Preservation reduces energy consumption used to create, fabricate, and deliver new materials Vinyl production is 40x more energy consuming than wood – and it never goes away!Aluminum fabrication is 125x more energy consuming than wood Preservation reduces energy consumption in operation of the building through Improved insulation and air infiltration of the building envelopeHigher efficiency HVAC and electrical equipmentThese features of preservation reduce human impact on the planet and increasing the quality of our air, water, and environment.Thus Preservation enhances & protects Earth’s ecosystems & biodiversity
Preservation is Economic Sustainability because….Historic Buildings are already energy efficient by design.Pre-1920 buildings use 20% less energy than 1980s buildingsThis is because they incorporate more ways for people to control their environmenta. Operable windows for natural ventilation and control of the indoor environmentb. Large windows for daylightingc. High ceilings allow heat build-up (and future renovation of the space)High Thermal Mass of older masonry buildings resists the daily heating and cooling cyclesAnd best yet, the materials don’t off-gas hazardous fumes. Historic Buildings enhance property valuesHistoric buildings and districts have more stable property values Historic buildings and districts have a greater rate of property value appreciationIn 2006, the Washington Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation completed their Economic Development Study. This study showed that Bellingham, WA, landmark district property values increased 500% to 600% over a 20 year period.Preservation increases employment and keeps money local New construction is 50% materials and 50% labor. Rehabilitation is 60-70% laborFor every $1 million in construction cost…General production plant produces 23.9 jobsNew construction produces 30.6 jobsRehabilitation produces 35.4 jobsThis is more jobs created than finance and insurance, new construction, wood product manufacturing, food manufacturing, and aerospace manufacturing for the same investment.Money paid into labor market gets spent in the same regions since labor is local.Less money is sent to far flung companies across the country – or the world, in our global economy – for new materials.Preservation provides places for business incubators.New businesses are frequently found in older parts of cities because of the lower overhead costsLastly, the DAHP study also shows that Heritage Tourism generates nearly 32 jobs for every $1 million invested. Optimizes Life-cycle performanceThe life span is 80+ years for many local historic buildings30% of new windows in buildings are replaced within 10 years – windows fabricated from old growth timber last longer.Historic buildings have a high degree of flexibility in use if an appropriate use is selectedThink about the life cycle of new buildings30-40 years lifespan is what we design and budget for these days, typicallyAn historic building can work for a century or more and then gain new life through adaptive re-use or renovation!Reduces need for additional infrastructureThe existing infrastructure is in place for our existing buildings and is generally designed to handle the current demands, such as water or sewer. The exception seems to be an ever increasing demand for power and low voltage data systems.Maintaining the same building size and usage levels eliminates the need to increase the size of services to a region when it is improved to it’s “highest and best use”
Preservation is Social and Cultural Responsibility because….Enhances occupant comfort and health.Preservation…Eliminates toxic assemblies, e.g. vinyl windowsProvides individual controllability of ventilation Provides psychologically healthy environments for living, working and playingThe damage to our psyches when we are removed from our known environment is large – and largely immeasurable.However, we do know that our stress levels increase in times of upheaval and change.Maintaining our current environment in a stable form helps to keep us stable.Usually the pace of change in our built environment is slow enough for us to adapt, but when an icon of our community is demolished, we know it! We FEEL it!Supports cultural and social sustainabilityCultural Sustainability is based on memory – you can’t sustain a culture without the long term memory of what it is and our built environment provides the concrete evidence of that culture.Specialist trades (plasterers, woodworkers and carpenters, terra cotta and stone masons, etc.) must be continued to preserve their techniques, conventions, and wisdom.Any man made item is an inherent example of the culture in which it is created.From a broader view, we are in the midst of a mass movement towards economic globalization. HP prevents being overwhelmed by change toward a mono-culture that comes with economic globalization by preserving local cultures and traditions.Preservation…Retains the memory of place and special abilities involved in making themEmphasizes importance of social capital in buildings and neighborhoodsEncourages social interaction and civic engagementContinues local culture and traditionsSocial sustainability and equality – Many economic sustainability indicators are also social equality indicatorsJobs creation in the area of heritage tourism, rehabilitation, and related industries bring jobs to all levels of our communities as shown in the DAHP study.Affordable housing is easy – just quit tearing down existing buildings. They’re less expensive to renovate than to build new, result in lower costs for tenants, and have longer life cycles!Business incubator – We’ve all heard the statistics that new jobs are created in small businesses. Some 80 to 85% of new jobs are in small businesses. Businesses thrive because of low overhead in older parts of cities.Supports economically viable communitiesHeritage tourists spent an estimated 8.7 million visitor days in Washington State in 2004, withaverage expenditures per day of $72.40. This resulted in total annual spending statewide of about $633 million.More affordable housing is available because renovation or adaptive re-use of an existing structure is less expensive on a per square foot basis than new construction.And we have already discussed the potential of the business incubator effects and labor versus material costs
Going back to the diagram I showed earlier. Historic Preservation is an integral part of a sustainable community.It supports economically, socially, and culturally responsible communities – equitable communities.It supports economically and environmentally responsible communities – viable communities.It supports socially, culturally, and economically responsible communities – livable communities.When I think of the historic districts I know, they are vibrant, vital and cherished by their communities.Sustainability does begin with preservation.
New Richmond Laundry BuildingThe laundry facility, designed by architect Max Umbrecht, was built in 1917 and known as Metropolitan Laundry. The solid brick building served the laundry industry until 1999 when it was vacated and designated a historic landmark. Located in South Lake Union, the building is now known as Alley 24. It was purchased by Vulcan Real Estate. They opted for adaptive re-use of the building in their multi-family/commercial adaptive re-use of the property. As you’ll see from the photos, the new apartment building envelopes the old brick laundry building (which itself was used for townhomes).
Location: 1521 10th Avenue on Capitol Hill in SeattleThe building dates from 1918—and was the original Ford truck service center for Seattle.
Location: 1521 10th Avenue on Capitol Hill in SeattleThe building dates from 1918—and was the original Ford truck service center for Seattle.
The Olson Mansion property is a 42 acre venue in Maple Valley, WA. It was previously known as The Links at Olson Mansion, a 9-hole golf course, and was a farm before that. It is now owned by the New Community Church.There is a 10,500 square foot mansion that includes a huge parlour room and wrap around deck. The mansion will be used as dining and gathering spaces, offices, and other church related functions. A rustic barn is being rehabilitated into a gathering space and formal stage area, celebrating the fantastic architecture of the barn.Other compatible structures will be added in the future for church use. Many features of the golf course will be removed, such as the man made berms, returning it to the appearance of the farm it once was.
From Graham Baba’s description of the project:This 20,000 SF building is an example of adaptive reuse of a classic auto row structure in the dense Capitol Hill neighborhood into a modern, urban market. The ultimate goals are: historic preservation; utilization of sustainable, repurposed materials; returning transparency of the original building to bring in natural light as well as engage and interact with the streetscape and pedestrian traffic. To accomplish this: auto row style was embraced and reinforced by maintaining building’s exterior design while combining exposed brick, wood, and steel for interior; materials recycled from original and off-site structures were employed; small tenant stalls were designed to make efficient use of space; original transparency recreated via large exterior windows to bring in light, activate streetscape from within and without; pedestrians engaged by designing building’s interior corridor to move through market as a natural continuation of exterior sidewalk flow. At the intersection of Capitol Hill and Downtown, the renovation of the buildings brings new services that are much needed in the neighborhood. The market offers a butcher shop, a flower and produce stall, a cheese vendor, a sustainable sandwich shop, a unique restaurant and wine shop and bar. The project also features a record store, a bar, a clothing boutique, and two future restaurants.To enliven the streetscape, planters march along the facade and sidewalk adding greenery to the formerly tough industrial sidewalk. Working with a bike-friendly city program, a large on-street bike rack encourages alternative transportation methods. Sidewalk cafes provide additional seating for the market and restaurants while increasing the local neighborhood on-street activity. Future roof top dining at the point of the triangle adds yet another unique way to experience the existing neighborhood fabric.
Name: Stephen and Katie Sloan (plus Peter, Anna, and Evi) Location: Bainbridge Island, WAProperty Type: Converted Dairy Barn Size: 2400 square feet (3 bedrooms, 2 bath)Resting on half an acre of pastoral countryside on Bainbridge Island is a distinctively charming home that was once a dairy barn. Originally constructed in 1905 and converted in 1980, this home beautifully integrates original rustic elements with comfortable modern touches.
Some longtime members of St. Alexis Catholic Church in McCandless are known as "coopers." Parish historian Bob Eicher said the name refers to those who 60 years ago attended weekday masses in a converted chicken coop.The parish was created in May 1961 on the site of a former farm. The farm property had 11 existing buildings, but a builder in the congregation advised the priest that only one structure -- a chicken coop with a concrete floor -- offered possibilities."The next night 50 men appeared at the rectory and began the task of building a chapel out of a section of the chicken coop," the newspaper story said. "And while one crew built, another hauled in church furnishings they had begged from neighboring parishes."
Wallingford Center was a pioneering effort of the City of Seattle and the Seattle School District to adaptively re-use the original Interlake Public School. A Seattle Historic Landmark, it is also listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Interlake Elementary School was built in 1904 in the Wallingford neighborhood. In the 70's with changing demographics, the school was closed, and sat vacant for many years.A local developer, Lorig Associates, which leases the building from the Seattle School district, took on the project of renovating the old school building. The architects given the assignment to convert Interlake Elementary school into a mixed use facility were Tonkin HoyneLokin Architects. The three-story, wood-framed structure in the heart of the Wallingford commercial district is a private development converting the 53,000 square foot former elementary school into a mixed-use complex. The end result is a building with 24 studio apartments on the top floor, and two floors of retail, services and restaurants.