To conclude, Matteo Robiglio’s toolkit on a series of AR approach will be contextualised to summarise the key findings.
5 Conclusion
Boiling Down the Ideas How can we examine the essence of both ideas?
1) Explore possibilities – use tools to find potential reuse opportunities72 Selecting buildings to retain or eliminate is the key to optimise resources. In NDSM, almost all the surviving industrial leftovers are homogeneous single volume large structures tailored to accommodate parts of a ship. This allows almost infinite possibilities of reuse. In King’s Cross, varying types of buildings exist, encouraging diversity. 2) Assess potential – choose the right place, determine the appropriate scale of intervention, maximise the potential of existing structures, link a contemporary story to a powerful memory73 Feasibility studies have to be done in order to justify the decision made. Both the sites in Amsterdam and London are brownfield sites with contaminated land and public access has to be opened up and
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ensure no disruptions to the flow. In NDSM, the funding was limited so the project had to start only in the Shipbuilding Hall, the Lasloods and the Slipways. Only later did the surroundings got developed through private investment. However, the private developer of KCCLP had rich experience in dealing with large projects hence they could renovate the buildings and sell it quickly, maintaining the liquidity of cash flow while continue to develop. Both sites have more than enough building space. The history of the industrial sites is used to generate cultural appreciation as well as investments. 3) Envision the future – create a positive vision of the future that aligns with local and global trends and interests74 Positive projection of legacy into future is showcased in NDSM where the masterplan is built around the model of incubator spaces. The masterplan of King’s Cross and its flexible framework allow designs to adapt to the latest trend and needs. 4) Involve Partners – maximise
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