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There are numerous cases of abandoned and disregarded buildings within the world, which hold a vast meanings and purpose. Some display great historical frameworks whereas others are neglected only years after use. The collection aims to discover the reason why these architectural builds have been neglected and the impact of this.
The common rational for many forms to be disregarded can range from structural failure, expanding space or even to contamination. The numerous grounds for there abandonment can also change over time due to deteritoation of the space.
The impact of many buildings been neglected can reflect an interesting aesthetic while also having damaging consequences. This is evident through vacant properties giving the ideas of deterioration, which opens up the space to a poor atmosphere, lower tourism and even criminal activity. An unsecured property can also be deemed 70% more dangerous to trespassers as a result of its unknown nature.
Meanwhile, many figures decide to investigate abandoned grounds, captivated by there still beauty and mysteriousness. The idea of standing in huge vacant space enquiring its curious aspects purely alone
Overall there are a variety of architectural forms from warehouses to train station, which each have there own background to why they have been abandoned. Whilst many try and investigate in order to gain a deep understanding into these builds and the historical value of the spaces. There can be an array of dangers and risks by doing so, although we can be naturally drawn to the beauty of there stillness and unknown nature.
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