Volume : IX, Issue : VI, June - 2020

CHALLENGES IN ADAPTIVE REUSE PROJECTS IN DAR ES SALAAM, TANZANIA.

Aileen Runyoro, Richard Besha

Abstract :

Adaptive re–use on heritage buildings is carried out to prolong their existence as well as sending a message to the society on the significance and the integrity of the buildings. Nevertheless, conversions to accommodate new use are carried out without following any specific guidelines. This study was conducted in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania where selected cases were visited and data was collected via interviews, measurements, photography, sketching and general observations supported by interviews with professionals in the field of architecture and urban design. The study has revealed that the concept of adaptive reuse of buildings in Tanzania is partially known despite the fact that it is practiced. Guidelines will make the practice of adaptive re–use easier to coordinate and monitor and can inform professionals, authorities, developers, users or building owners on aspects such as compatibility of the building in accommodating the new use or future reuse. Additions, subtractions and changes in the interior spaces are some of the architectural aspects that were analyzed. Lastly, the study suggests ways in which buildings can be designed to be more adaptable through building systems such as structure, openings, facade, finishes, and circulation.

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CHALLENGES IN ADAPTIVE REUSE PROJECTS IN DAR ES SALAAM, TANZANIA., Aileen Runyoro, Richard Besha PARIPEX-INDIAN JOURNAL OF RESEARCH : Volume-9 | Issue-6 | June-2020

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