The Centenary Building, Winner of the First RIBA Stirling Prize, Under Threat of Demolition
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from ArchDaily4 months ago
According to university officials, the building is no longer viable due to "its aging infrastructure" that can no longer meet contemporary needs.
ArchDailyhttps://www.archdaily.com/1023544/the-centenary-building-winner-of-the-first-riba-stirling-prize-under-threat-of-demolition
Architect Stephen Hodder argues that the decision to demolish is not justified, emphasizing that aging infrastructure should not condemn a building less than 30 years old.
ArchDailyhttps://www.archdaily.com/1023544/the-centenary-building-winner-of-the-first-riba-stirling-prize-under-threat-of-demolition
The Twentieth Century Society asserts that the demolition is "wholly irresponsible and unnecessary," urging the university to reconsider as the building has opportunities for adaptive re-use.
ArchDailyhttps://www.archdaily.com/1023544/the-centenary-building-winner-of-the-first-riba-stirling-prize-under-threat-of-demolition
Hodder points out that this decision contradicts the university's sustainability claims, as demolition would generate significant carbon emissions.
ArchDailyhttps://www.archdaily.com/1023544/the-centenary-building-winner-of-the-first-riba-stirling-prize-under-threat-of-demolition
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