Vol. 1 No. 1 (2024)
Volume 1, Number 1

Articles

Sustainable development in the renovation of historical buildings: the example of the Panoffs' Mansion in Wuhan

Published 30.11.2024

  • Xinyu LI

Xinyu LI
University Pantheon-Sorbonne Paris 1, Paris, France

Abstract

This study examines the energy-efficient transformation of Panoffs’ Mansion in Wuhan, integrating sustainability into urban renewal while preserving historical integrity. Through a qualitative methodology, the research employs field observations, literature reviews, and case studies. It explores how adaptive reuse of heritage structures can meet contemporary energy standards and urban demands, balancing preservation with modernization. This approach illuminates the potential of sustainable practices in revitalizing historical buildings, promoting a model for low-carbon urban development.

Keywords

Urban Renewal, Heritage building, Energy-saving renovation, Modernization, China, Wuhan

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