Jordan, located at the heart of the Arab and Islamic world, has a rich architectural heritage covering diverse historical periods. One of its notable structures is the Dar Al Saraya building near Madaba, a prime example of traditional architecture with significant historical, cultural and social value. Despite its importance, the building has undergone multiple unsuccessful adaptive reuse attempts, all implemented without adequately evaluating the processes involved. This study critically examines the historical context and cultural relevance of Dar Al Saraya through a post-evaluation of its adaptive reuse efforts, with a focus on its interior spaces. This study used a qualitative methodology, including observations, semi-structured interviews and documentation, revealing that adaptive reuse projects may fail if they neglect the needs and viewpoints of professionals and the community. As a result, Dar Al Saraya is now closed and neglected, underscoring the urgent need for government intervention to reassess past changes and interventions. The findings highlight the critical role of community engagement and awareness in overcoming operational challenges and improving the effectiveness of adaptive reuse initiatives.