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In his recent Fast Company article, MG2 CEO Mitch Smith explores adaptive reuse and the evolution of our approach toward older structures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“\ufeffOne of the most compelling aspects of adaptive reuse is the way it engages with a community\u2019s emotional and historical connections to its built environment. Over the years, I\u2019ve seen that people develop deep affinities for the buildings that are part of their lives\u2014whether because of personal memories, cultural significance, or their role in the daily rhythms of a neighborhood. However, while the emotional attachment to these buildings remains strong, their usefulness can atrophy over time. The infrastructure may age, and the original purpose of a building may no longer align with contemporary needs. In these cases, adaptive reuse becomes a bridge, a way to honor a structure\u2019s legacy while giving it new life.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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