Modern Spolia: Harvesting Building Materials from Demolition Sites

8323. layers of space - sukchulmok Bakery and Café. Image © Hong SeokgyuThe circular economy, including the reuse of building materials, is fast becoming a key component in the fight against carbon emissions. This involves designing to minimize waste and utilize materials that can be reused at the end of the building's life. On the opposing side, the reuse of materials from partially or wholly demolished buildings can also reduce waste and carbon emissions that would have resulted fr