Igniting a Legacy: Adaptive Reuse of Cultural and Historically Significant Buildings on HBCU Campuses
Rechelle Holly // Adviser: Alexandra Bonner
Igniting A Legacy: Adaptive Reuse of Cultural and Historically Significant Sites on HBCU Campuses
Cultural and Historically significant sites not only allow for the preservation of history, but a connection of experiences for past and future generations. These historical sites are crucial to the makeup and individuality of each campus as they merge existing conditions with modern elements. Given the historical significance of HBCU campuses, it is important to remember their legacies, yet design them to be efficient for the present needs of the 21st century student. With the practice of Adaptive Reuse, designers will be able to preserve the legacies of these historical buildings yet allow for modern design advancements and renewed use within the interior