This thesis explores the different ways and gradations of rebuilding, as a way of bringing back a heritage site that has been destroyed by either conflict or natural disaster. With the increasing...Show moreThis thesis explores the different ways and gradations of rebuilding, as a way of bringing back a heritage site that has been destroyed by either conflict or natural disaster. With the increasing impact of war and climate change on heritage sites in Europe, it is important to look into the different ways of dealing with the aftermath of a disaster, in this case specifically after the site has been damaged beyond the stage ability of repair. With rebuilding being one of the solutions for dealing with the destruction of heritage sites, more focus should be on the development and exploration of the different ways to rebuild a heritage site, and what makes a certain approach suitable for each case. This thesis proposes such a model that could help determine what approach is most suitable for a destructed heritage site, based on what elements of the site wished to be preserved or altered. Based on the works of Bosma and Wagenaar (1995) and Bold et al. (2017), a new scale has been developed with the different gradations of incorporating historical accuracy in the rebuilding design, together with a set of determining factors that can determine which approach to rebuilding to use for each heritage site. This model is explained further through a series of six case studies of heritage sites in Europe that have been rebuilt this past century.Show less
Built heritage plays an important role in the urban planning context, interestingly enough to shifting social and environmental concepts within a community. With the objective of providing...Show moreBuilt heritage plays an important role in the urban planning context, interestingly enough to shifting social and environmental concepts within a community. With the objective of providing alternative perspectives on prior assessments of the value of historical city identity for a sense of place in cities, this thesis provides a discussion and analysis of a contrasting modern-day city like Rotterdam. The research is useful for cities that have undergone mass destruction and are in need of general reconstruction in answering questions on how to (re)build a sense of place for their population. Additionally, the findings are written upon existing literature, interviews conducted with local architects and urban designers, as well as a survey of Rotterdammers living and working within the city center. Reflecting on the urban planning practices, it becomes evident that Rotterdammers’ grew their appreciation and awareness of historical value. Findings show, that historical city identity has the potential to foster a sense of belonging, connectedness, familiarity, and continuity and through that alter Rotterdammers’ sense of place. However, it fails to provide distinctiveness and support the community’s multicultural identity.Show less
Built heritage plays an important role in the urban planning context, interestingly enough to shift social and environmental concepts within a community. With the objective of providing alternative...Show moreBuilt heritage plays an important role in the urban planning context, interestingly enough to shift social and environmental concepts within a community. With the objective of providing alternative perspectives on prior assessments of the value of historical city identity for a sense of place in cities, this thesis provides a discussion and analysis of a contrasting modern-day city like Rotterdam. The research is useful for cities that have undergone mass destruction and are in need of general reconstruction in answering questions on how to (re)build a sense of place for their population. Additionally, the findings are written upon existing literature, interviews conducted with local architects and urban designers, as well as a survey of Rotterdammers living and working within the city center. Reflecting on the urban planning practices, it becomes evident that Rotterdammers’ grew their appreciation and awareness towards historical value. Findings show, historical city identity has the potential to foster a sense of belonging, connectedness, familiarity, continuity and through that alter Rotterdammers’ sense of place. However, it fails to provide distinctiveness and support the community’s multicultural identity.Show less
