Architectural Transformation: Preservation and Adaptation

This lecture explores the concepts of architectural transformation, preservation, and adaptation through historical examples like Carlo Scarpa's Castelvecchio Museum and contemporary projects by LACATON & VASSAL, NOA, and others. It delves into the definitions of transformation, preservation, adaptive reuse, and upcycling, emphasizing the importance of resilience in architectural design. The lecture also discusses the work of Austrian architect Hermann Czech, highlighting his approach to tradition, everyday architecture, Umbau, and the significance of silence in design. Through a critical lens, the lecture examines the cultural and methodological aspects of transformation in architecture, challenging the traditional notions of preservation and change.