| Title |
Research on Renovated Projects with Additions |
| DOI |
http://doi.org/10.14774/JKIID.2024.33.3.058 |
| Keywords |
Renovation; Addition; Adaptive Reuse; Contemporary Architecture; Eastern U.S. Cities |
| Abstract |
This research delves into the characteristics of renovated projects with contemporary additions, aiming to understand their potential impact on the field of architectural design. This study analyzes how contemporary architects creatively engage with existing buildings in Eastern United States cities, resulting in innovative and functional designs. The analysis focuses on four exemplary contemporary projects completed after 2010 that enhanced the placeness and recognizability of the original structures. A comprehensive analysis is conducted using architects' design theories, project photographs, drawings, diagrams, and other relevant materials. The selected case studies reveal a departure from passive approaches to addition. Instead, architects actively interpret historical contexts and infuse their own design vision, resulting in unique forms that harmonize with the existing structures.
Notably, contemporary materials are strategically employed to resonate with the context, fostering a dialogue between past and present. This approach celebrates the existing architectural heritage while embracing new materials and functionalities. Furthermore, case studies emphasize internal connectivity within renovated buildings by highlighting various strategies, such as extending existing programs to new additions, using consistent design language or finishes, and creating internal voids for seamless interaction. In summary, renovated projects, executed through thoughtful additions, serve as an effective means to preserve the value of existing buildings while creating new functions and spaces in a highly sustainable way. |