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Olaf Grawert
Architect and renovation specialist who advocates against demolition-for-profit and for adaptive reuse; delivered a TEDx talk highlighting the human and environmental costs of demolishing homes and promoting renovation-first policies.
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Dec 4, 2025
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Why are we demolishing homes during a housing crisis? | Olaf Grawert
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Architect Olaf Grawert advocates for adaptive reuse over demolition, highlighting the human and environmental costs incurred when homes are demolished during a housing crisis. He critiques the profit-driven motives behind tearing down buildings, calling for a shift in perspective towards valuing existing structures. Grawert showcases innovative renovation models, like the Bordeaux project, which are both affordable and sustainable. He emphasizes the need for systemic legal reforms and civic initiatives to promote renovation-first policies, aiming to reshape our urban landscape.
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