adaptive reuse

American  

[uh-dapt-iv-ree-yoos] / əˈdæpt ɪv riˈjus /

noun

adaptive reuses plural

1. the adaptation and reuse of existing buildings and other structures for new purposes, such as the renovation of office buildings to convert them into housing.

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Noun Inflected Forms

• adaptive reuses
  plural

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adaptive reuse

In Washington and New York, there has been widespread adoption of adaptive reuse, Lee said, resulting in makeovers of buildings that each add 1,000 to 2,000 residential units.

From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 11, 2026

Evslin said the adaptive reuse bill will lead to the revitalization of downtown areas and underused malls and would help people live near their jobs if they choose.

From Seattle Times ● May 28, 2024

Culver City, South Gate and elsewhere, both as new construction projects and adaptive reuse of existing buildings.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 22, 2024

This adaptive reuse is part of a growing national trend: From Los Angeles to Nashville, developers are transforming clusters of old homes into walkable culinary hubs for the surrounding high-density neighborhoods.

From New York Times ● Feb. 20, 2024

His 1962 proposal for adaptive reuse was revolutionary — and initially controversial.

From Seattle Times ● Jul. 20, 2023