Guerrilla architecture is the hacking of existing buildings, often old, disused or distressed, adapted to a new function. Guerrilla architecture is both a social and political movement. It challenges the established architectural hierarchy by creating interventions in a very non-conformist way.[1][2][3] Students tired of waiting for sustainable transformation in the built environment and disillusioned with the pace of change in architectural sustainability challenge hijack disused spaces to create socially responsible and sustainable designs. Buildings, spaces, attachments and interventions are often characterised by their parasitic or alien nature.[4]

References

  1. ↑ Strickland, Carol. "Guerrilla architecture updates Mexico City". Christian Science Monitor, 25 March 2005. Retrieved on 18 August 2015.
  2. ↑ Behre, Robert. "Guerrilla architecture pops up locally". Post and Courier (Charleston, S.C.), 10 June 2010. Retrieved on 18 August 2015.
  3. ↑ de Sousa, Ana Naomi. "How Spain's 'guerrilla architect' is building new hope out of financial crisis". The Guardian, 18 August 2014. Retrieved on 18 August 2015.
  4. ↑ "The incredible homes popping up in overcrowded cities". www.msn.com. 26 October 2017.


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