Micro-Intervention as a New Approach for Urban Regeneration in Metropolises: A Case Study in Beijing
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2024
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This study examines urban regeneration in Beijing through the lens of micro-intervention strategies, in alignment with the city's 2016-2035 Master Plan. As Beijing confronts challenges of its vast population and rapid urban growth, it has adopted a sustainable development model characterised by a growth cap and a strategic emphasis on minimalistic interventions. This paper examines three exemplary cases-No. 17 Guangminglou Residence, Wangjing Walk Business District, and Langyuan Vintage Factory-to illustrate how Beijing manages growth constraints while enhancing the quality of urban life. The micro-intervention projects are analysed to demonstrate their role in promoting cultural vitality and maintaining architectural integrity without the extensive construction typically associated with urban redevelopment. This research draws upon a longitudinal collaboration with the Beijing municipal goverment, incorporating insights from over 200 case studies since 2021. It reflects on the adaptability and effectiveness of Beijing's urban strategies. The findings suggest that Beijing's approach could serve as a model for sustainable urban transformation that other global cities facing similar developmental pressures might consider. This investigation offers a comprehensive insight into the potential of targeted, small- scale interventions to drive significant enhancements in urban sustainability and liveability.
Keywords: Urban regeneration, micro-intervention, sustainable development, Beijing urban planning
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