2010

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The Revolution of Smart Environments: A responsive architecture to the natural and social changing environment Passive/active Approach
(University of Hawaii at Manoa, 2010-05) Alvarado, Vladimir; Llewellyn, Clark; Architecture
Revitalizing Urban Areas: Nature Enveloping the City
(University of Hawaii at Manoa, 2010-05) Arakawa, Reid; Llewellyn, Clark; Architecture
This study provides insight on America’s development history from the late 1800’s to the present day and presents the problem that America currently faces as a result. This problem is the lack of cohesion in our urban communities, such as buildings that fail to relate to each other, weak and dangerous pedestrian connections, and the deficiency of parks, open spaces and nature. Providing interesting public spaces, which are filled with nature, along with integrated mixed-use developments can strengthen our communities. Solutions are explored through case studies, with a focus on installing vegetation and creating parks in urban areas. The intent of this D. Arch project is to take an existing site in Oahu’s urban area and install nature in this urban space. The research strategies utilized are: Interpretive Historical Research: The research will describe America’s development history and identify what events and decisions led to our current way of living. Qualitative: Contemporary issues such as new urbanism and smart growth will be explored as well as studies of the benefits plants bring to our lives. Case Study Research: This research will include studies of contemporary examples of buildings that enhance communities with nature that add new ideas to the final design. Design Based Research: The design section will use the knowledge gained from the above sections to create a project effectively incorporating nature into the design.
Bridging The Gap Between School and Community: A project based high school for contemporary education
(University of Hawaii at Manoa, 2010-05) Ayala, Daniel; Llewellyn, Clark; Architecture
This thesis presents a design exploration into educational facility design, in particular to high schools, and the implications of educational pedagogy on high school design. The thesis poses the question, how can architectural design bridge the gap between schools and community, raising the value of education for students, parents, advisors, and community? A literature review and case study analyses examines both the existing paradigm of traditional school models and the alternative paradigm of the project based model. This thesis focuses on the project based learning model as it relates to design, significantly the three relationships: student to student, student to advisor, and school to community through their influence on design.
Hawaiian Ahupua'a Planning Approach (H.A.P.A.) for Rural Communities in Hawai'i: Modern Culturally-Based Sustainable Living Through Planning for Architecture
(University of Hawaii at Manoa, 2010-05) Ching, Jonathan; Meder, Stephen; Architecture
Contemporary Architects and Planners in Hawaiʻi are consistently pursuing sustainable, affordable, and ecologically friendly concepts and practices to incorporate into their designs. Their intention is to improve the quality of life for the residents of Hawai‘i and ensure the well being of future generations. The ancient Hawaiians settled the islands and developed harmonious relationships with, the natural elements, which they honored as Gods; the land; and among themselves - Aloha i Nā kua (love and honor the Gods), Aloha ʻ ina (love and care for the land and ocean), and Aloha Kekāhi i Kekāhi (love and respect one another). From these relationships emerged a stewardship-minded culture, which proved to be an excellent example of the concepts and practices sought by modern planners and architects. In this dissertation, traditional Hawaiian planning practices will be explored and its successful elements identified. These elements will be incorporated into a planning approach that can be used as a foundation for rural community design in Hawai‘i. Case studies of modern rural planning and design approaches in Hawai‘i are explored and the preferred practices are extracted. These are combined with Hawaiian ahupua‘a principles to derive what I call the Hawaiian Ahupua'a Planning Approach (HAPA). A culturally relevant implementation process is included to illustrate how the HAPA strategy can be effectively integrated into a participatory planning effort. The outcome of such an effort can result in a plan and design suited to the natural resources of the land. This process can be used in any rural community in Hawai‘i, but is applied in this dissertation to the community of Hana, Maui as specific example.
Next Stop Gullmarsplan: The Urban Integration of Stockholm's Rapid Transit
(University of Hawaii at Manoa, 2010-05) Copher, Cage; Meder, Stephen; Architecture
Philippine Urban Squatter Resettlement: Design for a Health Clinic
(University of Hawaii at Manoa, 2010-05) Garcia, Ella; Llewellyn, Clark; Architecture
This doctor of architecture project proposes an approach to locate decentralized community health clinics, and proposes a design for a prototypical clinic to replace the existing Southville health clinic. This clinic is located in the Southville Relocation Project, where the government relocated railway urban squatters from Manila to Cabuyao. Through interviews, case studies, and literature research, this health clinic proposes innovative use of local materials. This project researches the culture and healthcare needs of this low-income population to determine the spaces needed in the health clinic. It examines the problems of the physical environment and infrastructure of the relocation project, the necessity of healthcare, and analyzes the Southville area for the proper sites for the decentralized health clinics. A site is chosen within the area, and this site is further analysed for sustainable design potentials. The health clinic addresses the residents’ immediate healthcare needs by providing better facilities to diagnose, treat, and prevent health problems caused by their resettlement. Traditional medicine practices are explored and incorporated into the spaces needed for the facilities. The prevention of health problems in the community will allow the residents to focus on re¬building their lives in Cabuyao. This health clinic will be properly located and designed according to the site and the needs of the people. It is expected to be a better facility than the current health clinic located in the Southville Relocation Project.
Architecture & Spirtuality; an Architecture-Centered Aesthetic Experience
(University of Hawaii at Manoa, 2010-05) Grimm, Shae; Rockwood, David; Architecture
This research was executed in three stages; data collection and analysis, internship, and interviews. First, by assessing two case study communities through site visits and conducting a comparative analysis of the two predominant cultural groups; second, a semester of research and internship at an architecture firm resulting in the production of an architectural checklist for culturally appropriate design; and third, conducting interviews with members of case study communities, including experts from the UH Department of Anthropology as well as the Center for Pacific Island Studies.
Architecture Zen: A Place for the Way
(University of Hawaii at Manoa, 2010-05) Hodge, Michael; Leineweber, Spencer; Architecture
This DArch project investigates the impact of Zen on architecture. The project begins with a brief history of Zen and its relationship to the arts. Zen art is distinct in that it captures something much more than technical skill and much deeper than artistic creativity. Zen calligraphy is literally, “writing Zen with a brush.”1 The renown Zen Master Omori Sogen refers to the heart of Zen being, “[T]o wake up and see things, just the way they are, in the here and now.”2 Zen art is a clear demonstration of this experience and the result is palpable and well documented. The core of Zen training is the transcendence of duality and teahouses are traditionally the clearest venue for this practice. Woven throughout my research about the Way of Tea and Zen is a narrative about my own design for a Zen teahouse. Located on the grounds of the Spring Green Dojo, a Zen temple whose lineage traces back to Hawaii and Japan, this process of designing a teahouse provides a window into the highly personal world of Zen training. This paper documents the physical, mental, and metaphysical aspects of Zen practice as well as the design process for the building. Designing a Zen building is as much a process of designing a Zen body and building a Zen building is a process of building a Zen body. The common link between these elements is my body and mind and my own struggle to resolve dualities in the world and in my understanding of architecture. The influence of Zen on the arts and specifically the characteristics outlined by the philosopher and educator Shin’ichi Hisamatsu provides the criteria to judge my design work. My Zen training offers a chance to connect physical training to design and the project outlines ways in which Zen training can more broadly benefit architecture, architects and architecture students. The project concludes by correcting the misconception that architectural products are the manifestation of Zen architecture. Architecture becomes just one of many ways in which Zen can impact a creative process. Whereas the project started with a goal to discover architecture that captured the Zen spirit, the project ends with the assertion that the term “architecture Zen” is a more useful way to describe architecture that emerges from a Zen life. 1 Sogen, Omori and Terayama Katsujo translated by John Stevens. “Zen and the Art of Calligraphy: The Essence of Sho.” Arkana: London, 1990. Preface. 2 Sogen, Omori and Terayama Katsujo translated by John Stevens. “Zen and the Art of Calligraphy: The Essence of Sho.” Arkana: London, 1990. Preface.
Architecture + Ninjutsu: Negotiation of Tactical Space in Everyday Places
(University of Hawaii at Manoa, 2010-05) Kaneshiro, Kylan; Anderson, Amy; Architecture
The main purpose of this research project is to see whether if two unrelated fields of study, architecture and ninjutsu (the art of the ninja, infamous for being Japan‘s espionage agents), can meet on common ground. Research Goals: Define Japanese anthropological space, tracing the creation of kukan or three-dimensional objective space (to broaden and deepen an understanding of space). Find different means to document movements stemming from ninjutsu, especially in terms of the relationship of body, space and movement. To capture spatial relationships in ninjutsu and find equivalencies in everyday places The methodology of this project will mostly be of the qualitative and experimental type. The training of ninjutsu is a purely a kinesthetic practice, where the one‘s own experience and interpretation are more important. I will also include case studies when necessary, or use phenomenological examples to help find reasoning for my findings. I will also conduct experiments using various mediums to help illustrate my points. I will also keep a journal as a record of my findings in the experiments or my personal opinions. The main methodology used to link the two worlds became the use of the helmet cam. This showed first person perspectives of the spaces experienced in ninjutsu, and I compared them with the spaces found in the everyday (between bodies). The second part was analytical diagrams that show the objective spacing between bodies to also help make a comparison. From this research, I have concluded that Ninjutsu and the everyday places we as architects create are both involve the action of spatial negotiation. By juxtaposing the two, ninjutsu and the everyday, the former is an intensification of the latter. They involve similar concepts, yet manifest in different ways.The main purpose of this research project is to see whether if two unrelated fields of study, architecture and ninjutsu (the art of the ninja, infamous for being Japan‘s espionage agents), can meet on common ground. Research Goals: Define Japanese anthropological space, tracing the creation of kukan or three-dimensional objective space (to broaden and deepen an understanding of space). Find different means to document movements stemming from ninjutsu, especially in terms of the relationship of body, space and movement. To capture spatial relationships in ninjutsu and find equivalencies in everyday places The methodology of this project will mostly be of the qualitative and experimental type. The training of ninjutsu is a purely a kinesthetic practice, where the one‘s own experience and interpretation are more important. I will also include case studies when necessary, or use phenomenological examples to help find reasoning for my findings. I will also conduct experiments using various mediums to help illustrate my points. I will also keep a journal as a record of my findings in the experiments or my personal opinions. The main methodology used to link the two worlds became the use of the helmet cam. This showed first person perspectives of the spaces experienced in ninjutsu, and I compared them with the spaces found in the everyday (between bodies). The second part was analytical diagrams that show the objective spacing between bodies to also help make a comparison. From this research, I have concluded that Ninjutsu and the everyday places we as architects create are both involve the action of spatial negotiation. By juxtaposing the two, ninjutsu and the everyday, the former is an intensification of the latter. They involve similar concepts, yet manifest in different ways.The main purpose of this research project is to see whether if two unrelated fields of study, architecture and ninjutsu (the art of the ninja, infamous for being Japan‘s espionage agents), can meet on common ground. Research Goals: Define Japanese anthropological space, tracing the creation of kukan or three-dimensional objective space (to broaden and deepen an understanding of space). Find different means to document movements stemming from ninjutsu, especially in terms of the relationship of body, space and movement. To capture spatial relationships in ninjutsu and find equivalencies in everyday places The methodology of this project will mostly be of the qualitative and experimental type. The training of ninjutsu is a purely a kinesthetic practice, where the one‘s own experience and interpretation are more important. I will also include case studies when necessary, or use phenomenological examples to help find reasoning for my findings. I will also conduct experiments using various mediums to help illustrate my points. I will also keep a journal as a record of my findings in the experiments or my personal opinions. The main methodology used to link the two worlds became the use of the helmet cam. This showed first person perspectives of the spaces experienced in ninjutsu, and I compared them with the spaces found in the everyday (between bodies). The second part was analytical diagrams that show the objective spacing between bodies to also help make a comparison. From this research, I have concluded that Ninjutsu and the everyday places we as architects create are both involve the action of spatial negotiation. By juxtaposing the two, ninjutsu and the everyday, the former is an intensification of the latter. They involve similar concepts, yet manifest in different ways.The main purpose of this research project is to see whether if two unrelated fields of study, architecture and ninjutsu (the art of the ninja, infamous for being Japan‘s espionage agents), can meet on common ground. Research Goals: Define Japanese anthropological space, tracing the creation of kukan or three-dimensional objective space (to broaden and deepen an understanding of space). Find different means to document movements stemming from ninjutsu, especially in terms of the relationship of body, space and movement. To capture spatial relationships in ninjutsu and find equivalencies in everyday places The methodology of this project will mostly be of the qualitative and experimental type. The training of ninjutsu is a purely a kinesthetic practice, where the one‘s own experience and interpretation are more important. I will also include case studies when necessary, or use phenomenological examples to help find reasoning for my findings. I will also conduct experiments using various mediums to help illustrate my points. I will also keep a journal as a record of my findings in the experiments or my personal opinions. The main methodology used to link the two worlds became the use of the helmet cam. This showed first person perspectives of the spaces experienced in ninjutsu, and I compared them with the spaces found in the everyday (between bodies). The second part was analytical diagrams that show the objective spacing between bodies to also help make a comparison. From this research, I have concluded that Ninjutsu and the everyday places we as architects create are both involve the action of spatial negotiation. By juxtaposing the two, ninjutsu and the everyday, the former is an intensification of the latter. They involve similar concepts, yet manifest in different ways.
City in a Fluidity Landscape Rethinking the Urban Lao Village on the Mighty Mekong
(University of Hawaii at Manoa, 2010-05) Kawanami, Kanako; Ashraf, Kazi; Architecture
The Japanese Teahouse and tea ceremony are more than a cultural ritual. It has become a spiritual experience of layers of history in beauty, tranquility, and honor. What is it in the space that conveys the authentic Japanese essence? Every Japanese architect, and many others in various ﬁelds, has studied the tra-ditional Japanese teahouse and its history. It is because the evolution and changes in teahouse styles are signiﬁcantly inﬂuential in the development of Japanese architecture. Along with the periodical architectural movement, tradi-tional teahouses represent distinctive philosophies of the tea masters and his his-torical, political, and social relationships during the time of his career. The expe-rience of a tea ceremony is also exquisite, and exclusive to Japan. Though small in size, chashitsu, or tearoom, today embraces six hundred years of profound Japanese history. Traditional teahouses are the epitome of Japanese aesthetics. Teahouses and tearooms are ambiguous, yet reﬁned and insightful-simple and sophisticated at the same time. The subtle expressions in the teahouse itself are the true key to the past and present Japanese sense of beauty, state of mind, and conspicuous yet ambiguous soul.
The In-Sync City Historic Communities in a Changing World
(University of Hawaii at Manoa, 2010-05) Kirby, Andrea; Clifford, Janine; Architecture
The city of Honolulu recently adopted plans for a mass‐transit system to service West ‘Oahu because of escalating traffic problems, amongst other issues. The system will transport residents to and from the downtown business district. In doing so, surrounding communities are already being affected by multiple urban design options that are currently being explored to encourage growth along the transit route. In particular, the future downtown Chinatown transit station has potential to not only generate social and economic growth for the area but also to revitalize the community and protect the unique culture through the use of community participation techniques and Transit‐Oriented Development (TOD) principles. Based on a series of case studies, historical‐interpretive research, first‐hand interviews, and mapping exercises this doctorate project discusses common trends based on the similarities and differences between the requirements of TODs and that of historic communities. The principles for TODs stress that station designs should be compact and should consist of multiple uses, all of which could transform the area into a destination for residents, visitors, and investors.1 Overall, the guidelines are written to apply to any community. In doing so, TODs tend to have a reputation for forcing a one‐size‐fits‐all solution on how to successfully develop communities located along transit lines, which lends itself to controversy since communities—historic communities especially—differ drastically. Through the use of logical argumentation, a series of hypotheses is provided for how historic communities can respond positively to the implementation of not only mass‐transit systems, but any modern stimulus. The overall objective is to provide a potential solution or guide for future developers, city officials, urban planners, architects, and community stakeholders of historic communities to follow when facing similar situations. Through testing the hypotheses on Honolulu’s Chinatown, a simplified, graphic‐based process is suggested. The process sets out to define how other historic communities can evaluate themselves and utilize a modern stimulus as a means to grow and evolve sustainably over time without compromising the unique culture of the area. 1 Robert T. Dunphy, Robert Cervero, Frederick C. Dock, Maureen McAvey, Douglas R. Porter, Carol J. Swenson. Developing Around Transit: Strategies and Solution That Work. Washington D.C.: ULI‐Urban Land Institute, 2004. 170‐ 183.
Looking Back, Moving Forward: Logical Decision Making in the Redevelopment of Decommisioned Military Installations
(University of Hawaii at Manoa, 2010-05) Luciano, Shannon; Anderson, Amy; Architecture
This project is fundamentally a study of the application of a formal logic system to an urban design problem. This system, which is not often used in the decision making for projects in the built environment, is more specifically of the Deductive Logic field of study. The rules and concepts from Sentential Deductive Logic have been utilized to create a decisionmaking tool for communities facing the decommissioning of a military base and its subsequent redevelopment. The first step to redevelopment is in deciding which school of urban design to work within. This is often the most difficult decision to make as it really gives structure to the entire redevelopment process. This logical formula, thus, is a scientific approach to determine which urban design approach is most appropriate for an installation: The Congress for the New Urbanism, The Smart Growth Network, LEED 2009 for Neighborhood Development, or Non-Planning. The establishment of the derivation formula is primary, while secondary is where the validity of the derivation is proved through its application to case studies of military bases that have already been redeveloped. A second portion of the document narrows the focus onto a single installation investigated as a case study and proposes a development design based on the outcome of the derivation process.
City in a Fluidity Landscape Rethinking the Urban Lao Village on the Mighty Mekong
(University of Hawaii at Manoa, 2010-05) Phanphengdy, Siphathay; Ashraf, Kazi; Architecture
The thesis focuses on the development of a new urban village in a vulnerable landscape on the Mekong delta in Laos. This design thesis begins with a site, located in the lowland just away from the border between Laos and Thailand along the mighty Mekong River that floods unpredictably in the national capital of Vientiane, also known as Viang Chan. The site is called Don Chan, which sits on the riverbank of Laos overlooking the river and Thailand border (see figure 0.1). The design thesis sheds light on the vision of creating a sustainable future for the floodplains of Don Chan for the social housing development. It will explore what it means to be at the forefront of urban regeneration and act as the catalyst for new sustainable communities. Furthermore, the thesis will also examine and explore the concept of “Baan” or Lao village. It will investigate the existing village pattern, arrangement, and organization. The research includes not only the studies of the physical grouping but also the social grouping pattern and building types. Moreover, the thesis will explore the current issues of the overall site in terms of the climatic and geological pattern such as flood-prone areas, flow of water, water pattern, seasonal change, relationship to the landscape, relationship to the existing village, and adaptations near the river. In addition, the thesis also analyzes the city of Vientiane, its urban layout, city pattern, and movements. It includes the analysis of the existing village on the Mekong delta and its relationship to the water, site and city. The design strategy and case study of this new urban development plan will accommodate the entire site of Don Chan. The findings then are laid out in the basis of exploration for a new way in tackling the social housing master plan development in the Mekong delta of Vientiane. The objective of this thesis is to define some of the key issues in developing the area of Don Chan, and then to develop a conceptual design to demonstrate an alternative development as an option to accommodate the site. The goal is to contribute in developing new ideas of a healthy development along the Mekong basin in Vientiane within the context of architecture and urban planning that are socially, economically, and environmentally responsive to the Laotian communities. Its guidance will be relevant to all aspects of the built environment that includes building designs, spaces, landscapes and systems. To some, history and tradition are often considered non-contemporary design concepts. Although modernity is very contemporary, iv modernity and tradition are not always contradictory. The two concepts can interact with one another harmoniously and beneficially. The result will be the first sustainable development in Vientiane established through the adaptability of local traditional ways, using modern ideas by way of today’s technology, and new methodologies. Figure 0.1: Proposed Site of Don Chan, Vientiane, Laos. Source : Data from “Google Earth 2009.”
R3: Redevelop + Reconnect + Revitalize Liliha-Kapalama
(University of Hawaii at Manoa, 2010-05) Prieto, Michael; Noe, Joyce; Architecture
Hawai‘i is one of the most unique places on the planet. It’s progression in history as a kingdom, republic, territory, and state sets it apart from its mainland counterparts. It’s an archipelago that is regarded as the world’s most isolated population center with California being its closest land mass. The state is a melting pot of different ethnicities and cultures making it one of only four states in the U.S. to have a non-.‐Hispanic white majority and the largest percentages of Asian Americans and persons of mixed race.1 From its first contact with European settlers in 1778, Hawai‘i has evolved from a relatively quiet society to a modern one filled with issues and problems we see in other states. The availability of land, seclusion, natural beauty, and tranquility attracted Westerners to the islands. Technology transformed much of the islands, particularly on O‘ahu, the island with the largest population. Like other U.S. cities, Honolulu, the capital and largest city in the state, had witnessed an influx of residents and experienced construction booms throughout the late 19th and 20th centuries, especially after statehood in 1959. 1 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hawaii
Redesigning Diplomacy: Investigations into the Design of Future Political Systems and Spaces
(University of Hawaii at Manoa, 2010-05) Turner, Dominick; Anderson, Amy; Architecture
Time Sharing: The Multi-Functional Office
(University of Hawaii at Manoa, 2010-05) Yee, Ryan; Miao, Pu; Architecture
The purpose of my thesis is to create and develop a new office layout that meets the needs of current and new office trends. However, this thesis is only the starting point of my career in understanding how office design improves employee productivity and work efficiency. By applying current research to office design improvement, this space planning layout will benefit trends in modern technology, innovative projects and global development and relations. My goal is to improve current and new office designs with key components found in society. The objective of my study is to improve conditions found in offices where limited square footage and space planning is a major factor in the design. As a result, the Multi‐ Functional office will look at current workplaces that encourage new space developments to improve conditions that are imposed by limited office space. Once the real estate is acquired by the client, the architect has to satisfy all program requirements in addition to building and egress codes. However, designing an office layout that improves efficiency and enhances productivity is challenging. Therefore a comfortable work environment should keep one important factor in mind – the ‘Human Factor.’ This is the point where my thesis begins. My intention is not to write a book of codes or explain how past office designs could be improved. Rather, I want to stimulate creative thinking within the office layout that would be appropriate for tomorrow’s workplace. This new type of space planning may or may not be 100 percent practical in specific industries found in the present day office environments, but we can assume that the new design in the office will create awareness of current problems and challenges found in the workplace. This thesis includes a perspective on alternative workplace strategies and innovative office design for better and more efficient use of space. My research is not advocating a specific office layout. This intended design is the starting point for new ways of looking at the office and is not directing clients and/or architects to follow this space planning precisely. This office layout does not apply to all places of work and/or specific types of office industries. I believe this is a new strategy that presents a new way of thinking. The methodology used is a combination of several types of research methods. The two main methods are Interpretive‐Historical and Qualitative research. Interpretive‐ Historical is based on facts, i.e. archived, records, books, on anything related historically. Qualitative research method comes directly from current information that is found in interviewing, observing and surveying people. This research method is used to understand and analyze specific trends not found in the past. When comparing the past to current trends, we can learn how certain decisions and facts improved or failed in the office environment. Some of the information in this methodology was collected through research conducted by various companies and/or industries that strive to improve the workplace with alternative solutions.
Reinvented/Decentraolized/Digitized: Tomorrow's Academic Library
(University of Hawaii at Manoa, 2010-08) Ablay, Joni; Yeh, Raymond; Architecture
This project advocates the notion of academic libraries thriving in the future, with the purpose of promoting and providing research through establishing personal relationships between librarians and students, faculty and patrons, as well as to develop building/spatial solutions for the University of Hawai’i at Mānoa Libraries, accommodating for change/transformation within the next 15+ years.
Harborfron [Re]habitation: Strategies for the transformation of industrial ports into urban harborfront districts
(University of Hawaii at Manoa, 2010-08) Barnardo, Laurence; Leineweber, Spencer; Architecture
Build Community by Fighting
(University of Hawaii at Manoa, 2010-08) Simpliciano, Andrea; Leineweber, Spencer; Architecture
The goal of my thesis project is to design a multifunctional space which enhances the teaching and sharing of mixed martial arts in Hawaii as an art and a sport by responding around an existing program that emphasizes community. The thesis project will introduce the reader on the evolution of mixed martial arts from the past, present and future. The spaces for mixed martial arts is investigated through case studies which aid in guidelines for design. The research and design will introduce a new way to create mixed martial art spaces that can work alongside the community.
The Beneficial Past: Promoting Adaptive Reuse as a Beneficial Design Method for East and South-East Asia
(University of Hawaii at Manoa, 2010-12) Ch'ng, Keefe; Sarvimaki, Marja; Architecture
The pace of modernizing Asian cities has created a threat of erasing their architectural heritage, history, and sense of place. This is true particularly in regard with many industrial neighborhoods and utilitarian buildings that are not considered as ‘important’ part of architecture heritage than older monuments and other preservation sites. This Doctor of Architecture research project will provide clear evidence to show that many exisiting industrial buildings in Asia are not only significant part of the architectural heritage of their context, but also potential targets for adaptive reuse. Hence, this study defines adaptive reuse as a beneficial, green design method for Asian cities, citizens, and developers alike. The method of adaptive reuse should be practiced in East and South East Asia, on industrial and utilitarian buildings, to prevent the disappearance of urban historic character. However, the practice should be authentic, preserve original materials, and not replicate portions that are nonexistent. The focus of this research is to cover adaptive reuse of industrial and utilitarian buildings, an architecture that is often underutilized, unnoticed, and demolished without a whim of thought in Asia. The focus cities of Beijing, Yokohama, Kuala Lumpur, and Singapore will be used for this research, because elucidating examples of successful adaptive reuse can be found in these cities. In addition, this research will discuss international case studies of adaptive reuse in order to further develop basis for the applications of adaptive reuse method in Asia. This project will center around seven conjectures to why Asian urban developers might be reluctant to adaptively reuse buildings. The seven conjectures will define: Appropriate adaptive reuse, clarify adaptive reuse, address issues of danger in adaptive reuse, address the significant histories of industrial development of Asian cities, discuss the interest in adaptive reuse, illustrate the profitability for adaptive reuse, and finally conform international standards that fit the Asian context. This project’s conclusion will illustrate that by changing the function of old industrial buildings in Asia, they can continue to be part of the architectural heritage of their location, and preserve its sense of place. This D.Arch project does not seek to change the world, but aims to warn against wanton demolition of the existing built environment for the sake of development.

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