Architectural Regeneration

Introduction Aylin Orbasli & Marcel Vellinga Theory Context Design Acknowledgements Bibliography PART I: THEORY 1 Architectural regeneration in its theoretical context Aylin Orbasli & Marcel Vellinga Introduction Theoretical context Processes of transformation Architecture as a dynamic process Conservation theory Defining a continuum: re-merging conservation and design in architecture Architecture as a transformative tool Architectural (design) theory Regeneration theories Theories of place identity and authenticity Speeding up and time theories The principles that shape architectural regeneration Architecture is a cultural process Context/environment matters Adaptive capacity and robustness The art of adding and subtracting Contextual complexity and interconnectedness Design adds value Conclusion Further Reading Bibliography 2 Making the case for architectural regeneration Aylin Orbasli Introduction Heritage-led regeneration Economic benefits and cycles of architectural regeneration Environmental benefits of architectural regeneration Intangible and social benefits of architectural regeneration Conclusion Further Reading Bibliography 3 Decision making in regeneration practice Juliet Carpenter Introduction Urban regeneration governance within a theoretical context Evolution of decision-making for urban regeneration Public vs private-led regeneration Community engagement in regeneration Post-2008 regeneration Conclusion Further reading Bibliography 4 Creativity, newcomers and the transformation of inner cityscapes Steve Shaw Introduction Conceptual framework: re-constructing 'creativity', space and place The long view: polity, policy and practice in the uk Street-level developments: new hotspots for creativity and growth? Conclusion Further reading Bibliography Case study 1: Architectural regeneration in Oxford, UK Geoffrey Randell Introduction Regeneration and industry Regeneration of oxford castle and prison Reflections Acknowledgements Bibliography PART II: CONTEXT 5 Urban regeneration Aylin Orbasli Introduction The context of urban conservation What's in a name? The urban conservation movement: a brief history Urban conservation in the planning context Urban conservation in practice Hip Neighbourhoods and Gentrification Historic places as tourism destinations Flagship projects and branded quarters Industrial areas Reimaging and reimagining historic urban quarters Making urban conservation work Conclusion Further reading Bibliography 6 Suburban regeneration Denise Lawrence Introduction Gentrifying bungalow neighbourhoods Mansionising the modern suburb Regenerating suburban communities with immigrants Conclusion Further reading Bibliography 7 Rural regeneration Marcel Vellinga & Sanja Loncar Introduction Conceptualising rurality Rural realities Architecture in rural areas Architectural regeneration and counter-urbanisation Architectural regeneration in abandoned rural areas Architectural regeneration in protected areas Architectural regeneration as part of thematic routes Conclusion Further reading Bibliography 8 Temporariness in architectural regeneration Aylin Orbasli & Joanna Karmowska Introduction The notion of temporariness and organisational temporariness Defining 'temporary' in the urban context Key players and drivers The role of temporary interventions in regeneration Longer term impacts and unintended consequences Conclusion Further readings Bibliography 9 Unfinished buildings Igea Troiani & Andrew Dawson Introduction: Unfinished Buildings in an Age of Uncertainty Research on Unfinished Buildings: From Venezuela to Italy, to Greece and beyond The Evolution of Concrete Frame Construction: From Maison Domino to Polykatoikia Design tactics for 'Unfinished Athens' Sustainable design for Unfinished buildings The Temporary Design of Unfinished Buildings The Socio-cultural Engagement of Unfinished Buildings Ethical Design Practice for Unfinished Buildings Socio-political, Activist Critique of Unfinished Buildings Conclusion: Reflections on Unfinished Athens and Architecture's relationship with Capitalism Acknowledgements Bibliography Case study 2: Architectural regeneration in Istanbul, Turkey Deniz Ikiz-Kaya Introduction Regeneration approaches and practices in istanbul Planning and regulatory systems Culture-led regeneration in the post-industrial waterfronts Tourism-led regeneration in historic residential areas Reconstruction as a tool of regeneration Conclusion Bibliography PART III: DESIGN 10 Adaptive reuse as a design process Jonathan Bassindale Introduction The research-based approach Evidential Value Historical Value Aesthetic Value Communal Value Building recording and baseline information Feasibility Design interventions Summary and conclusions Further reading Bibliography 11 Sustainability in architectural regeneration Paola Sassi Introduction Sustainability and the built environment - a framework for architectural regeneration Regeneration: challenges and opportunities for sustainable solutions Synergistic Aims of Regeneration and Sustainability Compatible Aims of Regeneration and Sustainability Conflicting and Challenging Aims of Regeneration and Sustainability Heritage versus sustainable building operation Conclusion Acknowledgements Further reading Bibliography 12 Architectural regeneration practice in different contexts Julia Wedel Introduction 'The best of all worlds': heritage regeneration in international development Accessing work in heritage conservation and international development Garnering local support: negotiating the interface between regeneration and development Project funding, community gains and collaborative working Shaping mentalities towards a shared sense of ownership Decision-making between conservation, repair and replacement Creative reuse in architectural practice Lessons from engaging with local communities The architect as brief writer Improving environmental performance in existing building: Redefining achievable and desirable The future of financing architectural regeneration Regeneration practice in a london local authority Balancing competing needs across the scales of area regeneration Addressing housing challenges within multiple constraints Making space for conservation in local authority regeneration Opportunities and priorities for creative regeneration practice in municipal settings Regeneration practice as citizenship: negotiating social histories in times of transition and crisis Client relationships as advocacy for dialogue and participation Shaping policy to protect cultural heritage in times of socio-political transition Architectural intervention in existing contexts Conclusions Acknowledgements Bibliography 13 Design in context Matt Gaskin Introduction Method Context Working with layers Articulation and layering Facadism Wider context and education In conclusion Further reading Bibliography Case study 3: Architectural regeneration through public education in Portugal Sofia Aleixo Introduction The significance of public historic schools The heritage values of liceus Safeguarding Portuguese liceus The adaptive reuse context Challenges encountered in managing change The assessment of heritage significance Adaptive reuse design principles and strategies Conclusion Acknowledgments Bibliography 14 Teaching architectural regeneration Aylin Orbasli, Marcel Vellinga, Julia Wedel and Geoffrey Randell Introduction Approach and framework The value of research Case study box: Case study: Design-led research in Agra, India Being realistic Case study box: Case study: Rural regeneration and vernacular architecture Resource sensitivity Case study box: Case study: Industrial heritage in Europe Programme management Fitting it all in Case study box: Case study: Practicing temporary regeneration Practices of engagement Case study box: Case study: Community engagement in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE Achieving impact through education Conclusion Acknowledgements Bibliography