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Adaptive reuse involves transforming existing buildings to serve new purposes while altering their appearance and functionality.
At HLW, we specialize in reimagining spaces with a keen eye for history and modern needs. Whether converting a disused mall into a vibrant creative campus or transforming an old dairy processing plant into a bustling startup headquarters, our design philosophy seeks a seamless blend of historical aesthetics and contemporary requirements. We are committed to designs that are not only visually appealing and functionally innovative but also environmentally conscious and socially responsible.
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Adaptive Reuse Highlights
2,000,000
square feet of space repurposed.
Award-winning
projects, coast to coast.
50-75%
reduction in embodied carbon can be achieved through adaptive reuse.
Before: West End, Los Angeles, CA
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