Research on the Renewal and Reconstruction of Historic Blocks under the"Concept of Urban Catalyst+Modularization":A Case of the Historical Block of Lianhu Park in Xi'an
The enhancement of the living environment in historical districts is closely linked to the happy life of the residents and constitutes a fundamental part of urban renewal and reconstruction.In view of the deteriorating conditions within the historical block of Lianhu Park in Xi'an,a design approach combining"urban catalyst+modularization"has been proposed for the design of renewal and reconstruction.Based on the principle of minimal intervention,this paper selects several catalyst points as focal areas for the renewal and reconstruction of the historical blocks.The adoption of modular design method accommodates the intricate construction environment in these historical blocks.The assembly of equipment and living modules reduces the construction costs while enhancing the quality of the existing residential buildings.The results show that compared to the traditional residential structures,equipment modules integrating water,electricity,and air conditioning systems together have many advantages,such as energy efficiency,water conservation,and robust structural integrity.Meanwhile,the customized residential modules provide greater flexibility and adaptability.The"urban catalyst+modularization"method presented herein provides a new idea for the renewal and reconstruction design of historical blocks.
urban catalystmodular designhistorical districtrenewal and reconstructionLianhu Park