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Agha, R H and Kamara, J M (2017) Adaptations in traditional courtyard houses in Baghdad, Iraq. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 35(04), 348–63.

Aigwi, I E, Egbelakin, T and Ingham, J (2018) Efficacy of adaptive reuse for the redevelopment of underutilised historical buildings. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 36(04), 385–407.

Austigard, M S and Mattsson, J (2019) Monitoring climate change related biodeterioration of protected historic buildings. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 38(04), 529–38.

Baron, N and Cherenet, Z (2018) Perceptions and pathways of resilience in Addis Ababa. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 36(04), 337–52.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: Qualitative research; Ethiopia; Urban resilience; Expert interviews; Provincializing;
  • ISBN/ISSN: 2398-4708
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1108/IJBPA-02-2018-0014
  • Abstract:
    Resilience has recently attracted widespread interest in the field of urban planning and theory. However, the research that has been conducted on urban resilience in Africa has major theoretical and methodological gaps. This can lead to problems when designing and implementing resilience strategies there. Understanding African perspectives can be a way of tackling these. The paper aims to discuss these issues. Design/methodology/approach Using the example of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, this paper analyses expert interviews based on a grounded theory approach. The goal is to explore locally specific perceptions of and pathways to urban resilience. By comparing these findings to those reported in the existing literature, differences and overlaps are identified. Findings This study provides evidence for the existence of locally specific perceptions of and pathways to urban resilience. Furthermore, it identifies urban development pathways such as complete urban makeover (tabula rasa) and complete negation of change (resistance). Research limitations/implications Because this study uses Addis Ababa as a singular case and expert interviews as method, it rather represents an initial attempt at exploring a new research field than claiming generalisability. Its quality and significance lie in its discursive approach and theory formation. Practical implications This exemplary study from Ethiopia demonstrates that a regionally specific understanding of urban resilience is valuable for the design and implementation of urban resilience strategies. Originality/value This study offers unique insights into urban resilience from an African perspective and into the manifestation of urban resilience in Addis Ababa.

Botti, A and Ramos, M (2017) Adapting the design of a new care home development for a changing climate. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 35(04), 417–33.

Brown, L A and Cresciani, M (2017) Adaptable design in Olympic construction. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 35(04), 397–416.

Conejos, S, Chew, M Y and Yung, E H (2017) The future adaptivity of nineteenth century heritage buildings. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 35(04), 332–47.

Fieldson, R (2017) The afterlife clause; towards a strategy for improved adaptation in retail property. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 35(04), 364–79.

Heidrich, O, Kamara, J, Maltese, S, Re Cecconi, F and Dejaco, M C (2017) A critical review of the developments in building adaptability. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 35(04), 284–303.

Herrera-Avellanosa, D, Haas, F, Leijonhufvud, G, Brostrom, T, Buda, A, Pracchi, V, Webb, A L, Hüttler, W and Troi, A (2019) Deep renovation of historic buildings. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 38(04), 539–53.

Higgins, D and Perera, T (2018) Advancing real estate decision making: understanding known, unknown and unknowable risks. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 36(04), 373–84.

Huuhka, S and Saarimaa, S (2018) Adaptability of mass housing: size modification of flats as a response to segregation. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 36(04), 408–26.

Isaacs, N (2019) Evolution of sub-floor moisture management requirements in UK, USA and New Zealand 1600s to 1969. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 37(04), 366–94.

Kölsch, P (2019) Hygrothermal simulation of cathedral ceiling roofs with ventilated roofing tiles. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 37(04), 473–87.

Ladinski, V (2017) Designing for adaptability: The Gateshead Civic Centre. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 35(04), 380–96.

Lee, I, Roppel, P, Lawton, M and Ferreira, P (2019) Design limits for framed wall assemblies dependent on material choices for sheathing membranes and exterior insulation. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 37(04), 426–47.

Legnér, M, Leijonhufvud, G and Tunefalk, M (2020) Energy policy and conservation planning in Sweden: a longitudinal evaluation. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 38(04), 555–72.

Lynch, S and Proverbs, D G (2019) How adaption of historic listed buildings affords access. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 38(04), 589–605.

Macdonald, S and Arato Goncalves, A P (2019) Concrete conservation: outstanding challenges and potential ways forward. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 38(04), 607–18.

Nwachukwu, C V, Udeaja, C, Chileshe, N and Okere, C E (2017) The critical success factors for stakeholder management in the restoration of built heritage assets in the UK. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 35(04), 304–31.

Pelsmakers, S, Vereecken, E, Airaksinen, M and Elwell, C C (2019) Void conditions and potential for mould growth in insulated and uninsulated suspended timber ground floors. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 37(04), 395–425.

Rose, W (2019) Must attic ventilation be preserved in energy retrofits?. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 37(04), 461–72.

Rupp, S H and Plagmann, M (2019) Characterisation of air permeability of common ceiling linings and penetrations. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 37(04), 448–60.

Sadikoglu Asan, H and Ozsoy, A (2018) The importance of user memory in understanding housing quality. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 36(04), 427–46.

Warren-Myers, G, Judge, M and Paladino, A (2018) Sustainability ratings in residential development: a worthwhile endeavour?. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 36(04), 353–72.

Worthing, D and Organ, S (2019) Conservation management plans. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 38(04), 573–88.