Adaptive interior design for heritage buildings: Balancing conservation and modern functionality

Heritage buildings are cultural and historical landmarks, yet many face neglect due to changing societal needs. Adaptive interior design offers a sustainable approach to repurposing these buildings for modern use while respecting their historical essence. This paper explores adaptive reuse principles, methodologies, and challenges, presenting case studies to illustrate best practices. By integrating modern functionality with historical preservation, adaptive interior design safeguards heritage and promotes sustainability and contemporary relevance. This paper focuses on the transformation of the Samsung Opera House in Bengaluru, India, as a primary case study, examining how its adaptive interior design retains historical integrity while introducing cutting-edge technology and contemporary functionality.