Abstract
The special issue of Building Research & Information explores the existing theory and practice of regenerative design as it applies to community planning and building design. Regenerative design relates to approaches that support the co-evolution of human and natural systems in a partnered relationship. The issue includes several papers, which collectively provide insights into the key characteristics of regenerative design and explore the way ecosystem services available in a particular place can provide appropriate performance targets. Some of the papers describe emerging design support tools created to assist designers, communities, and other stakeholders bridge between the theory and conceptual basis of regenerative design with building practice. Regenerative design challenges the conventionality of the existing green building practice and the design tools that support it.