Adaptive Reuse - Regenerative Design: Designing for Our Future, Beyond Sustainability; repurposing Abandoned Industrial Buildings With Regenerative Design Strategies

Abstract

The climate crisis has brought increased scrutiny to the building sector, a significant contributor to global energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. This research focuses on the role of interior architects in mitigating environmental impacts through the adoption of regenerative design strategies in the adaptive reuse of abandoned industrial buildings. The study aims to investigate a variety of regenerative and adaptive reuse strategies such as renewable energy sources, cradle to cradle, biomimicry, and restoration of local ecosystems. The central research question is, "How can interior architects create a positive impact on the environment through implementing regenerative design strategies in adaptive reuse projects?" By challenging traditional design paradigms and fostering collaboration with nature, this research seeks to advance a greener, more ecologically responsible built environment. Keywords: Climate Crisis, Building Sector, Interior Architecture, Regenerative Design, Adaptive Reuse, Renewable Energy, Cradle to Cradle, Biomimicry, Ecological Restoration, Built Environment