Foreword
The essence of sustainability in buildings is their capability to adapt to change over time. The UK has a large housing stock that has developed and evolved over generations and has become the fabric and character of our cities, towns and neighbourhoods.
The capability of buildings to adapt to changing lifestyles is the root of their sustainability. When buildings do not adapt they are disposed of, since it is only active use that confers value. It is only value that provides necessary investment for renewal.
With housing shortages, building inefficiencies and finite resources, it is essential that we approach the reinvention of our existing building stock with creative, knowledgeable and holistic thinking. Sharing practical experience ...
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