This chapter examines “non-demolish densification” as a sustainable urban regeneration strategy, highlighting two case studies: suspended shipping-container housing in Hong Kong and vertical expansion in Suzhou. Both approaches increase density without demolition, preserving community structure, optimizing land use, and integrating green design principles like energy efficiency, while fostering social interaction.

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Densification via Non-demolition

  • Jinliu Chen,
  • Paola Pellegrini

摘要

 This chapter examines “non-demolish densification” as a sustainable urban regeneration strategy, highlighting two case studies: suspended shipping-container housing in Hong Kong and vertical expansion in Suzhou. Both approaches increase density without demolition, preserving community structure, optimizing land use, and integrating green design principles like energy efficiency, while fostering social interaction.