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The New Life of Industrial Architecture in Cities: 20 Renovations and Conversions of Old Factories and Warehouses

In the same way that societies transform, times change, and cities evolve, industrial architecture modernizes and technifies, sometimes reaching a state of abandonment or ruin. Understanding its value as a built legacy and being vestiges of technological, social, and cultural changes, the renovation and/or conversion of numerous factories and industrial warehouses can lead to the revitalization, recovery, or growth of various areas in large cities, incorporating new uses and spaces for the enjoyment of their citizens.

Transforming Factories into Living Spaces: The Changing Face of Spain's Industrial Architecture

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Casa Rec / Guallart Architects. Image Cortesía de Guallart Architects

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The progressive departure of factories from cities, often due to environmental regulations, noise ordinances, or the price of real estate, has left many urban manufacturing facilities abandoned and out of use. As these urban factories are left empty, many adventurous developers are taking advantage of the plentiful space, light, and flexible functions that they offer, leading to a residential revitalization in many of the world's defunct manufacturing facilities.   

Renovation of Chilevisión / elton_léniz + Ramírez y Rodríguez

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Architects: Elton_Léniz
Associate Architects: Alvaro Ramírez, Germán Rodríguez
Client: Chilevisión
Renovation: 1211m2
Year: 2005-2007
Location: Inés Matte Urrejola 0825, Providencia, Santiago, Chile
Photography: Natalia Vial
Predominant Materials: Madera, Prodema, Vidrio, Piedra pizarra