IN-PERSON London. Section B

Abstract

This study presents a case on a restorative residential building project consisting of 100 apartments in the city of London. The objective of the project is to transition towards net-zero energy consumption and provide valuable insights for similar regional and local initiatives in creating livable cities. Adopting a whole systems approach based on circular economy ‘R’ strategies, the project incorporates 12 design considerations across meta, social, economic, and natural-environmental categories. The overarching goals are to foster sustainable circular transformation, promote societal well-being, and preserve the quality of the natural environment. Given the urgent challenges of extreme climate change risks and geo-regional energy supply uncertainty, this study implements a transformative intervention through building restoration. The aim is to reduce energy usage, waste generation, and pollution. The project engages a diverse group of transdisciplinary stakeholders, including policy advisors, architectural and planning experts, leaseholders, building management, local enterprises, academics, and designers for long term change. Data on stakeholder interrelationships, socio-technical aspects, and socio-economic factors are collected during multi-stakeholder meetings. The project underscores the importance of co-designing interventions with the involvement of all actors and integrating the 12 design considerations. This whole systems sustainable circular approach helps overcome barriers, foster desirability, and expedite transformation within the context of a circular economy. The findings highlight the significance of stakeholder engagement and collaborative efforts in driving transformative change and enabling sustainable circular society. By adopting a whole systems approach and incorporating design considerations, the project demonstrates effective strategies for transitioning towards net-zero energy consumption and creating livable cities.