Adaptive reuse of buildings

Source: WebUrbanist

As the number of existing buildings is already huge and most buildings do not perform well environmentally, adaptive reuse of buildings might be one of the ways to improve the environmental performance of the built environment.
WebUrbanist presents some examples of amazing adaptive reuse and of building conversion projects.

Insulating render based on aerogels

The Swiss Research Center EMPA developed a highly insulating render based on aerogels that can be used for renovation of buildings.

Home renovation with highest LEED score ever

source: Inhabitat

In Chicago a home has been thoroughly renovated and earned the highest LEED score ever. A reportage by Inhabitat.