The German architectural practice KSP has become a leader in
innovative reconstruction and redesign of old buildings. This
survey features a number of their projects throughout
Germany the refurbishing of an office tower in the heart of
Frankfurt; a housing complex converted to a hotel; a state-ofthe-
art library that once housed a bank; and more. Interviews
with engineers, architectural historians, and conservators offer
a wide variety of perspectives on the value of re-use, the
importance of historical preservation, and the possibilities of
conversion. The examples put forth in this collection include
photographs and plans of each project, and create a valuable
reference work for anyone interested in this vital aspect of
renewable living.