Ruins and Regeneration
K.A. Schlüter (TU Delft - Architecture and the Built Environment)
J.A. Kuijper – Mentor (TU Delft - Theory, Territories & Transitions)
G. Karvelas – Graduation committee member (TU Delft - Teachers of Practice / AE+T)
B.L. Hansen – Coach (TU Delft - Teachers of Practice / A)
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Abstract
The loss of global biodiversity poses a significant threat to ecosystems and human well-being. The growth of cities has played a substantial role in the 70% decline in global biodiversity since 1970. This decline can be attributed to the failure of cities to balance their rapid land take with the preservation or creation of urban vegetation. The loss and absence of green structures within cities has led to extreme temperatures, poor air quality, and inadequate animal habitats, which results in a negative impact on biodiversity, city resilience, and both human and non-human life. Addressing these challenges requires the integration of nature-inclusive design practices into urban planning, aiming to promote the coexistence of humans and non-humans. This work explores the concept of regenerative design in architecture and its potential to increase urban biodiversity in Western European cities.