Reuse of Historic Buildings in the Medieval City of Rhodes to Comply with the Needs of Sustainable Urban Development

A pilot program for the reuse of historic buildings in Rhodes' medieval city reveals that spatial planning within preserved urban zones can optimize and harmonize various uses, ensuring sustainable urban development while maintaining architectural integrity. The study established criteria to assess compatible uses, validated through an interdisciplinary approach, offering a scalable methodology applicable to other historic cities. This integrated preservation plan not only promotes the reuse of buildings but also guides effective policies for long-term sustainability.

Giannakopoulos, D., Karekou, Z., Menegaki, E., Tsilimantou, E., Ioannidis, C., Maistrou, E., Giannikouris, A., & Moropoulou, A. (2022). Reuse of Historic Buildings in the Medieval City of Rhodes to Comply with the Needs of Sustainable Urban Development. Land, 11(8), 1214. https://doi.org/10.3390/land11081214