Housing affordability is so squeezed that office-to-apartment conversions just spiked 484%The surge in unused office spaces has led to a significant increase in office-to-apartment conversions in the U.S.
Los Angeles Approves Adaptive Reuse Ordinance 2.0 to Tackle Housing ShortageLos Angeles has approved updates to the Citywide Adaptive Reuse Ordinance to address housing shortages by repurposing underutilized buildings.
Architecture Now: 3XN, Foster + Partners, and More Redefine Redevelopment and Community DesignArchitecture is increasingly focused on sustainability and community-centered design, with various projects integrating environmental responsibility.
A new class of housing: Repurposing Greater Boston's vacant schoolsBoston is exploring conversion of former educational buildings and offices into affordable housing amid a housing shortage.
NYC residential conversion of old printing house into boutique 'lofts' shows size doesn't matterResidential conversions vary vastly in scale; Adellco's boutique transformation highlights personalized living spaces distinct from larger developments.
inverted winged hip roof cantilevers over reconstructed office space by compartment S4The Monokuro project transforms a dilapidated canteen into a modern office while preserving its historical architectural significance.
Housing affordability is so squeezed that office-to-apartment conversions just spiked 484%The surge in unused office spaces has led to a significant increase in office-to-apartment conversions in the U.S.
Los Angeles Approves Adaptive Reuse Ordinance 2.0 to Tackle Housing ShortageLos Angeles has approved updates to the Citywide Adaptive Reuse Ordinance to address housing shortages by repurposing underutilized buildings.
Architecture Now: 3XN, Foster + Partners, and More Redefine Redevelopment and Community DesignArchitecture is increasingly focused on sustainability and community-centered design, with various projects integrating environmental responsibility.
A new class of housing: Repurposing Greater Boston's vacant schoolsBoston is exploring conversion of former educational buildings and offices into affordable housing amid a housing shortage.
NYC residential conversion of old printing house into boutique 'lofts' shows size doesn't matterResidential conversions vary vastly in scale; Adellco's boutique transformation highlights personalized living spaces distinct from larger developments.
inverted winged hip roof cantilevers over reconstructed office space by compartment S4The Monokuro project transforms a dilapidated canteen into a modern office while preserving its historical architectural significance.
House in Olhao / Estudio ODSThe design preserves the historical integrity of an old factory while adapting it into a modern residence.
designboom announces winning adaptive reuse designs from Revive on Fiverr competitionRevive on Fiverr competition celebrated innovative designs transforming abandoned spaces through adaptive reuse, emphasizing sustainability and historic preservation.
Astral Weeks Flat and Exhibition Space / ObliqueThe renovation skillfully transforms an industrial space into a multifunctional apartment, overcoming infrastructural challenges to accommodate art exhibitions and residential needs.
Brick Warehouse Transformed into Live-Work Quarters and Art Gallery in Ridgewood, QueensLochry's design melds private and public spaces effectively.The open-plan design fosters artistic expression and daily living.Innovative use of curtains and sculptural elements enhances flexibility.
Architecture Now: International Projects by HOK, COLL-BARREU, and Knight Architects Reshape Public SpaceAdaptive reuse is shaping the future of civic spaces globally, focusing on community needs and sustainability.
Brewing change: Historic William Ulmer Brewery in Bushwick to become mixed-use residential and retail space * Brooklyn PaperThe historic William Ulmer Brewery will be transformed into a mixed-use complex featuring 34 rental apartments and commercial spaces.
House in Olhao / Estudio ODSThe design preserves the historical integrity of an old factory while adapting it into a modern residence.
designboom announces winning adaptive reuse designs from Revive on Fiverr competitionRevive on Fiverr competition celebrated innovative designs transforming abandoned spaces through adaptive reuse, emphasizing sustainability and historic preservation.
Astral Weeks Flat and Exhibition Space / ObliqueThe renovation skillfully transforms an industrial space into a multifunctional apartment, overcoming infrastructural challenges to accommodate art exhibitions and residential needs.
Brick Warehouse Transformed into Live-Work Quarters and Art Gallery in Ridgewood, QueensLochry's design melds private and public spaces effectively.The open-plan design fosters artistic expression and daily living.Innovative use of curtains and sculptural elements enhances flexibility.
Architecture Now: International Projects by HOK, COLL-BARREU, and Knight Architects Reshape Public SpaceAdaptive reuse is shaping the future of civic spaces globally, focusing on community needs and sustainability.
Brewing change: Historic William Ulmer Brewery in Bushwick to become mixed-use residential and retail space * Brooklyn PaperThe historic William Ulmer Brewery will be transformed into a mixed-use complex featuring 34 rental apartments and commercial spaces.
Taoli- Zhaoshan Village Center / THAD SUP AtelierThe project revitalizes an abandoned factory by utilizing sustainable practices and local materials, fostering community engagement.
On the New Life of Buildings: Concepts, Reflections, and Adaptive Reuse Projects of 2024Adaptive reuse encourages revitalizing spaces while enhancing environmental sustainability and community well-being.
connecticut power plant to be repurposed by bjarke ingels group (BIG) with park by SCAPEManresa Island will transform a decommissioned power plant into a 125-acre public park, blending recreation with ecological education.
Material Strategies for Updating and Repurposing Modernist ClassicsPark Hill's revitalization demonstrates the potential of adaptive reuse in modernist architecture.
Taoli- Zhaoshan Village Center / THAD SUP AtelierThe project revitalizes an abandoned factory by utilizing sustainable practices and local materials, fostering community engagement.
On the New Life of Buildings: Concepts, Reflections, and Adaptive Reuse Projects of 2024Adaptive reuse encourages revitalizing spaces while enhancing environmental sustainability and community well-being.
connecticut power plant to be repurposed by bjarke ingels group (BIG) with park by SCAPEManresa Island will transform a decommissioned power plant into a 125-acre public park, blending recreation with ecological education.
Material Strategies for Updating and Repurposing Modernist ClassicsPark Hill's revitalization demonstrates the potential of adaptive reuse in modernist architecture.
Transforming Historic Industrial Buildings in US Cities: 6 Buildings Adapted For The Contemporary WorkspaceRevitalizing disused industrial buildings preserves history while adapting them for modern usage, supporting sustainability and enriching urban spaces.
Transforming Industrial Heritage: Design Strategies for Creating a New Atmosphere in Cultural SpacesBalancing preservation and contemporary needs is crucial for enriching visitor experiences in exhibitions.
Transforming Historic Industrial Buildings in US Cities: 6 Buildings Adapted For The Contemporary WorkspaceRevitalizing disused industrial buildings preserves history while adapting them for modern usage, supporting sustainability and enriching urban spaces.
Transforming Industrial Heritage: Design Strategies for Creating a New Atmosphere in Cultural SpacesBalancing preservation and contemporary needs is crucial for enriching visitor experiences in exhibitions.
Clinica Veterinaria Guayaquil / Adamo FaidenUrban spaces are evolving to accommodate non-human communities, creating new architectural demands.The Guayaquil Veterinary Clinic merges historical architectural elements with modern community needs.
LA aims for 43K homes with office-to-resi incentivesLos Angeles can potentially create 43,000 new homes by converting aging commercial buildings into apartments through an updated adaptive reuse zoning initiative.
Jamison and Arc Capital to convert Koreatown offices into homesJamison Services is converting an office building in Koreatown into 236 residential units, marking its 10th adaptive reuse project.
LA aims for 43K homes with office-to-resi incentivesLos Angeles can potentially create 43,000 new homes by converting aging commercial buildings into apartments through an updated adaptive reuse zoning initiative.
Jamison and Arc Capital to convert Koreatown offices into homesJamison Services is converting an office building in Koreatown into 236 residential units, marking its 10th adaptive reuse project.
St. John's College in Bed Stuy to Reopen as ApartmentsThe adaptive reuse project will preserve a historic site and provide more than 200 mainly market-rate apartments in Bed Stuy.
Pinelux to convert landmark Long Beach bank building into homesPinelux Associates plans to convert a historic landmark building in Downtown Long Beach into 70 apartments, including 11 affordable units.
St. John's College in Bed Stuy to Reopen as ApartmentsThe adaptive reuse project will preserve a historic site and provide more than 200 mainly market-rate apartments in Bed Stuy.
Pinelux to convert landmark Long Beach bank building into homesPinelux Associates plans to convert a historic landmark building in Downtown Long Beach into 70 apartments, including 11 affordable units.
Consorzio Agrario Adaptive Reuse into Aparto Ripamonti / Park AssociatiPark Associati's project revitalizes Milan's industrial past into a modern student community space.The design skillfully marries historic and contemporary architectural elements to foster student living.
Coworking in Alenya / OMA Octavio Mestre ArquitectosLes Caves Ecoiffier provides a flexible coworking environment in transformed historic wineries, promoting usability for local start-ups and businesses.
Consorzio Agrario Adaptive Reuse into Aparto Ripamonti / Park AssociatiPark Associati's project revitalizes Milan's industrial past into a modern student community space.The design skillfully marries historic and contemporary architectural elements to foster student living.
Coworking in Alenya / OMA Octavio Mestre ArquitectosLes Caves Ecoiffier provides a flexible coworking environment in transformed historic wineries, promoting usability for local start-ups and businesses.
Sanctuary Experience Center / Abin Design StudioThe Sanctuary Experience Centre demonstrates sustainable and adaptive architectural practices while minimizing material waste.
House on Hill / Green StudioThe House on Hill is designed for temporary use, highlighting sustainability and minimal environmental impact while adapting to the surrounding landscape.
Sanctuary Experience Center / Abin Design StudioThe Sanctuary Experience Centre demonstrates sustainable and adaptive architectural practices while minimizing material waste.
House on Hill / Green StudioThe House on Hill is designed for temporary use, highlighting sustainability and minimal environmental impact while adapting to the surrounding landscape.
This NYC building used to be a prison. Soon it will be affordable apartments with a viewLiberty Landing is converting a former prison into affordable housing, addressing the pressing need for housing in urban environments.
HARQUITECTES demonstrates adaptive reuse with 'vapor cortes' complex in spainThe Rehabilitation of Vapor Cortès by HARQUITECTES highlights adaptive reuse that preserves historical integrity while serving contemporary functions for the Prodis Foundation.
TAKK crafts climate-responsive children's bedroom in barcelona from reclaimed materialsTAKK's design of Roma's bedroom showcases sustainable living through adaptive reuse of materials, enhancing climate responsiveness and versatility for modern housing.
Zaha Hadid Brings Futuristic Lens to Baroque Rome HotelZaha Hadid Architects revived Palazzo Capponi's Baroque interiors while integrating modern design, showcasing a blend of historical authenticity and futuristic creativity.
Exclusive | A long-vacant federal building in DC was reimagined as a luxury rental and will soon open to tenants - see insideThe Annex on 12th is a luxury residential community, converted from the USDA's original Cotton Annex, showcasing adaptive reuse and prime location.
Architectural Grafting: A Strategy for Sustainable DesignArchitectural grafting offers a sustainable method for urban regeneration by integrating new designs with existing structures while honoring their historical significance.
Marriott's Newest Hotel is a Converted Salt Lake City Train StationThe Asher Adams hotel creatively reuses the Union Pacific Depot while integrating modern amenities and dining options, enhancing its connection to Salt Lake City's history.
Going up: Can Britain's empty department stores be brought back to life?Department stores are being creatively repurposed into communal spaces, reflecting a hopeful revival in high streets.
Watermark Capital secures $125M for Brooklyn adaptive reuse$125 million loan secured for conversion of 175 Pearl St. into residential units, showing strong demand for adaptive reuse in NYC.
Bushwick's William Ulmer Brewery Will Become ApartmentsThe 19th-century William Ulmer Brewery will be transformed into a mixed-use space with rental apartments and commercial areas, preserving its historical elements.
Former Church Transformed Into Four Unique Homes-Complete With Bell Tower and Stained-Glass Windows-Lists for $1.5 MillionA historic 120-year-old Gothic-style church in Portland has been transformed into a multifamily property, now on the market for $1.5 million.
Hackman Capital and Samitaur to manage 26 buildings in Culver CityHackman Capital Partners partners with Samitaur Constructs to manage a significant mixed-use portfolio in Culver City's Hayden Tract, emphasizing creative development.
Watermark Capital secures $125M for Brooklyn adaptive reuse$125 million loan secured for conversion of 175 Pearl St. into residential units, showing strong demand for adaptive reuse in NYC.
Bushwick's William Ulmer Brewery Will Become ApartmentsThe 19th-century William Ulmer Brewery will be transformed into a mixed-use space with rental apartments and commercial areas, preserving its historical elements.
Former Church Transformed Into Four Unique Homes-Complete With Bell Tower and Stained-Glass Windows-Lists for $1.5 MillionA historic 120-year-old Gothic-style church in Portland has been transformed into a multifamily property, now on the market for $1.5 million.
Hackman Capital and Samitaur to manage 26 buildings in Culver CityHackman Capital Partners partners with Samitaur Constructs to manage a significant mixed-use portfolio in Culver City's Hayden Tract, emphasizing creative development.
Hotel Boston Condo Conversions Boston Condos For Sale Ford RealtyHotels are now more likely to be converted into apartments than offices, with a significant increase seen in 2023.
North and northwest Brooklyn top New York City in housing development over 13-year period * Brooklyn PaperThe majority of housing development in NYC over 13 years focused on north and northwest Brooklyn, driven by new construction and adaptive reuse projects.
Office-Home Projects Dominate Adaptive Reuse in CaliforniaCommercial spaces in California are being converted into residential units due to the increasing demand for housing and changes in workspaces post-pandemic.
A Catalyst for Social Change and Equity: In Conversation with Holcim Award Winners Husos, Elli, and UltrazulInnovative sustainable construction project 'Composition of Knowledge House' wins Gold Prize in the Europe region, showcasing adaptive reuse, community involvement, and sustainable material practices.
The New Malin Makes a Statement With Bold, Graphic LanguageBold, vibrant design transforms coworking space into luxury amenity hub.