Demolition or retention of buildings: drivers at the masterplan scale

Current adaptation theory tends to consider individual buildings or the city level, which cannot address decisions related masterplan developments on large brownfield sites. This paper investigates drivers for building demolition retention and at scale. Expert interviews three case studies are used explore how why demolish, retain adapt, made this The research compared different geopolitical contexts: Cambridge in UK; Eindhoven Netherlands; Sydney Australia. Additional factors complexities that should be considered scale identified. theoretical underpinnings of urban development processes explain these relation four existing models demonstrate no one model is adequate describe interactions. With increasing awareness climate change impacts, it critical reviewed light retaining carbon as well heritage. Practice relevance demonstrates specific concerns applying sites with Although evidence shows context specific, criteria identified categorised within offer a useful tool stakeholders when establishing their priorities approaches demolish adapt context. help avoid contested can community groups hoping have an influence over long-term decisions, developers looking good relationships local community. support planners authorities responsible approving better understand relevant each decision, including importance flexibility throughout enable response changing circumstances.