Limhamn cement silos transformation . Malmo
6a Architects, Nilsson Rahm, Johan Dehlin
A reimagining of the Limhamn cement works into a vibrant ecological space blending homes and public areas.
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Adaptive Reuse
Giving existing buildings new life with new uses instead of demolishing them.
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Adaptive Reuse projects (22)
St Kilda West Federation House
Lucy Clemenger Architects
An 1890s Federation house in St Kilda West is reworked with a white-toned timber addition, open-plan living, and refined materials while retaining heritage room…
Home Wilhelminalaan
Studio Modijefsky
A historic early 20th-century home on the Rijn is reimagined by Studio Modijefsky with warm materials and new social and wellness programs while preserving char…
Offroadhouse
Józef Franczok (PORT architectural studio)
Offroadhouse is a compact cabin by Józef Franczok that repurposes a recycled shipping container into a quiet retreat focused on simplicity and nature.
Building F in Lyon
Vera & Associés
Building F in Lyon exemplifies a harmonious blend of minimalism and functionality, offering a versatile workspace and community hub.
Reimagining La Model: Barcelona's Urban Oasis
DATAAE . HARQUITECTES
A transformative vision for La Model prison in Barcelona, converting it into a vibrant public space and community facilities.
Keller Pavilion
nunc architectes
The Keller Pavilion in Paris, designed by nunc architectes, exemplifies sustainable architecture through its use of reused and bio-sourced materials, passive de…
Westpark Transformation
51N4E
The Westpark project in Anderlecht reimagines a former office building into a residential space, integrating architecture with a lush park landscape.
DHBW Architecture at Vitra Campus
Studio ne
A seamless integration of a two-story wooden structure within Álvaro Siza's iconic production hall at Vitra Campus, fostering an inspiring academic environment.
Reimagining Industrial Heritage: The Museum of Furniture Studies
Cobe
The Museum of Furniture Studies transforms an old IKEA warehouse into a vibrant cultural hub, blending historic and contemporary design.
Unfinished House .Tbilisi
Brodsky . Brodsky
A reconstructed residence in Tbilisi, blending historical materials with modern functionality.
Transformation of a Farmhouse
Bard Yersin Architectes
Revitalizing an 18th-century farmhouse in Grandvillard, Bard Yersin Architectes crafts three new apartments, blending historical coherence with contemporary des…
Ernsting’s Campus
David Chipperfield Architects
A transformative expansion of Ernsting’s headquarters into a cohesive working campus, integrating new architectural forms with a landscaped park.
The Well-Tempered House
EMI Architekt*innen
A transformative approach to converting office buildings into residential spaces, emphasizing cost-effective solutions and seasonal adaptability.
First Machine Tool Factory . Tianjin
CM Design
Transformation of Tianjin's industrial heritage into a vibrant urban park, integrating technology, culture, and commerce.
Sa Nau . Eivissa
atzur arquitectura
A military pavilion transformed into a multifunctional building emphasizing openness and adaptability.
The New Contemporary Theatre in Łasztownia
Obok . SAAW
A theatre that transforms Szczecin's industrial past into a transparent stage for the city.
Square and Garden, Solothurn
EM2N Architekten
A mixed-use urban fragment in Solothurn, organized around a public square and a shared garden, integrating a transformed industrial building.
Cultural Center . Balsapintada
COR Architecture + Design
The Balsapintada Cultural Center revitalizes a civic hub with a sustainable renovation, enhancing urban cohesion and energy efficiency.
Manresa Wilds
BIG . SCAPE
Manresa Wilds transforms a decommissioned power plant into a 125-acre public park, merging ecological restoration with adaptive reuse.
The Never-Ending House
OFIS Architects
A continuously evolving residence in Škofi, Slovenia, blending art and architecture over two decades.
Werkhof 29
baubüro in situ
Werkhof 29 in Zurich is a transformative project by baubüro in situ, revitalizing a 1934 brick building into a flexible, sustainable work complex.