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Adaptive Reuse Revolution: 7 Commercial Projects Potently Preserving the Past

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These seven winning commercial projects from the 11 th A+Awards exemplify how radical reuse can elevate our skylines. Ombú By Foster + Partners , Madrid, Spain Jury Winner, 11 th Annual A+Awards, Sustainable Commercial Building In another life, this magnificent early 20th-century edifice supplied energy to its local district in Madrid.

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Passeig de Gràcia by URBIDERMIS SANTA & COLE | Manufacturer references

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The first signs of the adaptation of this emblematic avenue of Barcelona date from the mid-19th century when the urban development project devised by the engineer Ildefons Cerdá envisaged freeing up a large area of development land following the demolition of the walls from medieval times. This was all taking pla…

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DOXS NKLN by GRAFT

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GRAFT’s plans foresee an urban ensemble of three new buildings with attractive outdoor areas and a publicly accessible canalside promenade. Image © GRAFT The concept envisages a mixed-use development consisting of office and commercial units as well as educational and cultural facilities.

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K64 Keflavík Airport Area Masterplan by KCAP wins the 2023 The Plan Award

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To set the path for sustainable growth, focus areas for development are defined that mutually reinforce economic activities and local communities: Image © KCAP 1. Image © KCAP The urban framework is preventing sprawl by proposing compact urban development anchored on the existing build-up context. Image © KCAP 3.

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How to Utilize Aluminum in Modern Construction Projects

Architecture Ideas

Technological developments triggered the acceptance of aluminum in structural applications. Aluminum is broadly used in household dwellings and commercial constructions as it’s the second-best choice after steel. Extrusion helps aluminum machining parts manufacturers achieve maximum accuracy in product sizes.

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Grozny masterplanning competition, Chechen Republic

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DOM.RF, a Russian federal agency for mortgage services and urban development, delivers funding in support of the formidable goal. The action is supported by the Govern-ment of the Chechen Republic, Grozny Mayor Office and DOM.RF, a Russian federal government program operator for sustainable urban development.

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Does Historic Preservation Have a Future in America’s Imploding Cities?

Architectural Observer

Unlivable as in commercial real estate is tanking. As one of the most famous American examples of the phenomenon, Detroit remains a palpable and stark reminder of what happens when there is an exodus of manufacturing, businesses, jobs and residents. Unlivable as in people are packing up and getting the hell out.

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