A Value-Based HBIM Framework for Adaptive Reuse of Heritage Buildings: A Case Study of Bayt Yakan

Authors

Ayman Samy, Faculty of Engineering, Menofia UniversityFollow
Alaa E. El-Habashi, Faculty of Engineering, Menofia UniversityFollow
Al-Moatazbellah Al-Behiery, Faculty of Engineering, Menofia UniversityFollow

Abstract

This paper presents a value-based Heritage Building Information Modeling (HBIM) framework for assessing the adaptive reuse of heritage buildings. The framework integrates key heritage values criteria -authenticity, integrity, significance, and adaptability- into HBIM, allowing for structured decision-making that balances heritage preservation with contemporary operation. Using Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis (MCDA), different adaptive reuse scenarios are evaluated in HBIM Environment to ensure that interventions respect the building's authenticity, integrity, and significance while meeting sustainable operational needs. The case study focuses on Bayt Yakan, a 17th-century heritage building in Cairo, where three adaptive reuse scenarios—continued use as a library, conversion into a hotel room, or into an exhibition hall—are evaluated. The results demonstrate the effectiveness of the framework in providing data-driven insights for heritage conservation and adaptive reuse. This approach offers a valuable tool for heritage professionals, ensuring that reuse strategies honor both the architectural integrity and cultural significance of heritage sites.

Recommended Citation

Samy, Ayman; El-Habashi, Alaa E.; and Al-Behiery, Al-Moatazbellah (2024) "A Value-Based HBIM Framework for Adaptive Reuse of Heritage Buildings: A Case Study of Bayt Yakan," Journal of Engineering Research: Vol. 8: Iss. 6, Article 13.
Available at: https://digitalcommons.aaru.edu.jo/erjeng/vol8/iss6/13