GAS
RUNNING ON
EMPTY h i s t o r i c
p r e s e r v a t i o n
of
abandoned gas stations in the mobile landscape
HISTORIC GAS STATIONS
[ Historic gas stations do not need gasoline to be worthwhile establishments; they can keep r unning even when the fuel meters read empty. ]
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HISTORY
TYPES
THE CURBSIDE ADDITION
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THE SHED
THE CURIOUS OBJECT
THE RESPECTABLE STATION
THE HOUSE
THE HOUSE ADDITIONS
THE SUPER-SERVICE STATION
THE SUPER-SERVICE STATION
THE ECONOMIC BOX
THE MODERN BOX
THE STYLIZED BOX
THE SMALL BOX
THE SMALL BOX (with canopy)
THE CANOPY & BOOTH
THE CONVENIENCE STORE & CANOPY
PRESERVING HISTORIC GAS STATIONS
REHABILITATION
continued use
similar use
new use
FEATURES
• form • roof • materials • windows & doors • canopies • interior spaces • signage • site
ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS
• recognition • cultural significance • architecture • unique character of place • association with architects • adaptability • affordability • operation • sustainability
CONCLUSIONS
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