Renewing the City from Within

Renewing the city from the Within proposes scenarios for the renewal, from the inside out, of existing collective housing buildings in Geneva to adapt to the rapidly changing lifestyles of its inhabitants. By analyzing a sample of collective housing buildings from different periods, the publication develops scenarios that promote a convivial and mixed lifestyle based on principles of solidarity, hospitality, and sharing.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 216 pages
Publication date: 16 January 2023
Publisher: Caryatide

The rapidly changing lifestyles of our city inhabitants demand a dynamic response from the interiors of our homes and public spaces. In response to this challenge, a study project conducted at the Geneva University of Art and Design (HEAD – Genève) has emerged with a groundbreaking proposal: Renewing the city from the Within. This innovative approach seeks to transform the urban development model, which is often focused on expanding buildings outward, by proposing scenarios for the renewal, from the inside out, of existing collective housing buildings in Geneva.

To achieve this, the publication delves into a comprehensive analysis of a sample of collective housing buildings from the three main periods of Geneva's development. By examining the unique characteristics and challenges of each era, the authors develop scenarios that aim to adapt these typologies to a convivial and mixed lifestyle, rooted in principles of solidarity, hospitality, and sharing.

At a time when the traditional nuclear family is no longer the sole model and when the boundaries between living and working areas have become increasingly blurred, architects Fagart & Fontana are committed to contributing to the ongoing reflection on the city's capacity to renew itself. Through their work, they aim to raise awareness about the potential for investing in a project territory to rethink contemporary housing and create spaces that are truly responsive to the evolving needs of our urban communities.

The Renewing the city from the Within study project offers a visionary roadmap for reimagining our cities and homes. By embracing the principles of adaptability, sustainability, and community, we can create spaces that not only meet the demands of today's lifestyles but also foster a sense of belonging and connection for generations to come. Let us embrace this opportunity to renew our cities from the inside out and build a brighter future for all.

Weight: 1132g
Dimension: 248 x 326 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9782493283146