Challenges to Implementation of Adaptive Reuse of Heritage Buildings

Volume: 07 | Issue: 02 | Year 2024 | Subscription
International Journal of Architectural Heritage
Received Date: 10/26/2024
Acceptance Date: 10/29/2024
Published On: 2024-11-08
First Page: 19
Last Page: 32

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By: Davies O.O.A., Brisibe, W. G., and Davies I.E.E.

1. PhD Research Scholar, Department of Architecture, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Nigeria
2. Professor, Department of Architecture, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Nigeria
3. Lecturer II, Department of Civil Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Nigeria Maritime University, Okerekoko, Nigeria

Abstract

The growing focus on sustainable adaptability to ensure global climate protection and minimize emissions within the built environment has spurred international research efforts. The construction industry is a significant consumer of resources. Therefore, it is essential to advocate for sustainability by promoting the adaptive reuse of existing buildings. The sustainable preservation of historic structures requires the incorporation of sustainable design principles and presents a viable alternative to demolition and new construction, resulting in lower energy consumption, decreased waste production, and social benefits. This study provided an in-depth analysis of the adaptive reuse of historic buildings, focusing on the advantages, opportunities, challenges, and potential solutions. The evaluation process involved a thorough review of documents sourced from three esteemed scientific databases, which included review articles, conference proceedings, and journal publications. The findings revealed some of the challenges such as environmental design, the integration of technology, inclusive design, planning considerations, urban regeneration, changes in use, heritage conservation, and the lack of sufficient institutional frameworks for policy development and guideline creation. Additionally, there are issues such as limited access to information, inadequate experts, and lack of understanding of sustainability in adaptive reuse of historic buildings. Furthermore, industry’s professionals often exhibit a lack of knowledge, and clients face significant challenges due to the perceived higher costs of sustainable adaptive reuse compared to traditional methods. Proposed solutions encompass innovative design approaches, government incentives, effective project management, and the implementation of relevant policies.
Difficulties, heritage structures, sustainability, innovative design, adaptive reuse,
eco-materials, cost-effectiveness, greenhouse gas, aesthetics

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