Discover adaptive reuse projects published on HomeWorldDesign, where existing buildings are transformed into new spaces through innovative design, sustainable practices, and a respect for architectural heritage.
Water Tower Retreat by Tonkin Liu is a remarkable example of adaptive reuse, transforming a disused steel water tower in Castle Acre into a unique and modern home. Once a beloved village landmark, the tower was originally…
In the heart of Lisbon, the project “Preservation of the Pombaline Heritage” by Fragmentos Arquitectura offers a delicate and rigorous rehabilitation of a historic multi-family building. With roots in the Pombaline era—a style defined by its rational…
Nestled in the heart of Mérida’s historic center, Vistalcielo House by Veinte Diezz Arquitectos transforms a long-abandoned 155 m² bungalow into a serene vacation rental. Completed in 2024, the renovation balances preservation and innovation, ensuring every space…
In 2022, QuadroDesign—renowned Italian stainless-steel tap manufacturer—commissioned Studio Wok to revamp its San Maurizio d’Opaglio headquarters’ offices and showroom. Two years later, the project’s second phase culminated in the award-winning QuadroDesign Cabin, a creative restoration of a…
Originally erected in the 1920s, the 1516 W Carroll Ave Adaptive Reuse Building by Converge Architecture preserves its industrial soul while accommodating modern programs across three floors. Moreover, this renovation—with Bureau Gemmell and New Office as consulting…
Set within the historic Samuels Glass building, Pullman Market offers a vibrant celebration of Texas’s rich foodways. Not only does the design honor the building’s nearly 54,000-square-foot shell, but it also diverts tons of waste from local…
Maison Francilienne by HEMAA Architectes combines architectural eras on a sloping Paris suburb site, resulting in a harmonious blend of history and modernity. In this project, Maison Francilienne retains the noble original structure while integrating a thoughtful…
Located in the Ermionida area, Greece, Apartment V is a former high-ceiling, ground-floor machinery workshop of 75 sqm transformed into a vibrant living space by Naki Atelier. The apartment spans between the local street and the backyard.
Abandoned for half a century, the sprawling Neuhoff meat-packing complex is set to become an exciting new addition to Nashville’s resurgence. S9 Architecture has re-envisioned this iconic riverfront property by retaining and repurposing much of the existing…
