What is 'Adaptive Reuse,' a common strategy in modern urban renewal?
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Correct answer: Repurposing old buildings for new uses, such as turning a factory into lofts
Adaptive reuse preserves the historic character of a neighborhood while making it economically viable. This is a hallmark of 'New Urbanism' and many gentrifying areas where old industrial warehouses are turned into luxury apartments or galleries.
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