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Navigating Rapid Urban Renewal: The Paradox of the Prefab
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2024-08-30
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Güneri Söğüt, Gizem Deniz
Bican, N. Burak
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The concept of 'constructing homes—mostly or entirely—in a factory setting' dates back to the 19th century. Capturing the interest of a myriad of professionals—from architects to engineers and entrepreneurs—the pressing global need for affordable housing solutions today casts these methods in a critical new light. Positioned at a pivotal moment for significant transformations within the housing and construction sectors, this working paper aims to provide an insightful exploration of prefab/fast-build housing. It explores the dichotomy between the theoretical benefits of prefab methods—such as cost-efficiency and speed of construction—and the practical realities. Focusing on Turkey, this study examines the urgent challenges posed by seismic risks that necessitate rapid urban regeneration and housing stock renewal. The country's extensive use of prefabricated housing models in response to these demands introduces a critical tension: while speed and efficiency are achieved, the resultant homogenization of neighborhoods threatens the diversity and livability of urban communities. To understand these dynamics, our methodology combines semi-structured interviews with professionals involved in urban space production—such as planners, architects, and builders—with a comprehensive review of current literature and relevant legislation. This approach allows for a nuanced analysis of how prefabricated construction can be adapted to meet the dual demands of rapid deployment and the creation of diverse, livable neighborhoods. By integrating novel models of architectural agency and involving community stakeholders in the planning process, the potential for creating diverse, adaptable, and culturally resonant living spaces is explored. The Turkish experience serves as a compelling case study of the broader implications for prefab housing, reflecting on how nations grappling with similar rapid urbanization and housing challenges might navigate the complexities of modern urban development while preserving community identity and architectural diversity.
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ENHR (European Network of Housing Research) Conference 2024 Delft: Making Housing Systems work: Evidence and Solutions
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G. D. Güneri Söğüt and N. B. Bican, “Navigating Rapid Urban Renewal: The Paradox of the Prefab,” presented at the ENHR (European Network of Housing Research) Conference 2024 Delft: Making Housing Systems work: Evidence and Solutions, Delft, Hollanda, 2024, Accessed: 00, 2024. [Online]. Available: https://hdl.handle.net/11511/111166.