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  • Towards a shared culture of architecture: Investing in a high-quality living environment for everyone

    This publication is a major contribution feeding into the design and implementation of the New European Bauhaus. With its inclusive and holistic approach this report will provide various stakeholders with new ideas and approaches, in particular decision-makers in the fields of architecture and the built environment, the culture and heritage sector as well as those tasked with spatial planning and sustainable development at local, regional, national and European levels. Under the priority ‘Cohesion and well-being’ the Council of the European Union’s 2019-2022 work plan for culture established the creation of

    A Maritime Portrait of Ílhavo: Reading the History of a Landscape through its Maritime, Military and Industrial Heritage

    This essay presents a unique perspective on the urban history of Ílhavo, a municipality on the Portuguese Atlantic coast, by examining it through the lens of its maritime heritage. It aims to counter traditional narratives that view the ocean as a frontier and the coastline as a limit towards the unknown. Instead, the document delves into the maritime, military, and industrial heritage of Ílhavo, shedding light on its historical development and territorial articulation. The essay discusses the municipality’s adoption of the slogan ‘The Sea as Tradition’ in the late twentieth

    Um retrato marítimo de Ílhavo: Ler a história de uma paisagem através do seu património marítimo, militar e industrial

    This essay presents a unique perspective on the urban history of Ílhavo, a municipality on the Portuguese Atlantic coast, by examining it through the lens of its maritime heritage. It aims to counter traditional narratives that view the ocean as a frontier and the coastline as a limit towards the unknown. Instead, the document delves into the maritime, military, and industrial heritage of Ílhavo, shedding light on its historical development and territorial articulation. The essay discusses the municipality’s adoption of the slogan ‘The Sea as Tradition’ in the late twentieth

    Σχεδιο Βιώσιμης Αστικής Κινητικότητας (Σ.Β.Α.Κ) Δήμου Αθηναίων

    The Sustainable Urban Mobility Strategy of Athens introduces strategies for improved mobility based on 10 priorities: Priority 1: Ensuring safe and comfortable walking, with a particular focus on meeting the needs of vulnerable categories of commuters and people with reduced mobility Priority 2: Improving the level of service provided by public transport Priority 3: Improving existing and increasing open and green spaces Priority 4: Improve road safety and protect commuters by any means Priority 6: Managing traffic and reducing speeds in residential areas Priority 7: Encourage the use of bicycles

    Álvaro Siza’s Lordelo do Ouro Cooperative Building: Preliminary Studies towards the Conservation of a Masterpiece in Need of Recognition

    This book delves into the meticulous restoration and analysis of the Lordelo do Ouro Cooperative Building, emphasizing the significance of its original design elements and historical context. Through a structured approach, the book unfolds in three main chapters, each highlighting specific achievements of students involved in the refurbishment project. The initial chapter, “Study of the original project,” meticulously dissects the building’s architectural components, focusing on spatial articulation and material junctures at various scales. Tri-dimensional drawings were utilized to synthesize the restoration process, culminating in a comprehensive understanding of the building’s

    ILUCIDARE Inspiration Kit

    The ILUCIDARE Toolkit focuses on promoting heritage-led innovation and international cooperation through collaborative activities. It establishes an international network of experts to contribute to the EU’s strategy for international cultural relations and research innovation. The toolkit emphasizes the use of cultural heritage as a basis for diverse innovations, including new techniques and services. It provides frameworks and examples of how heritage can be utilized innovatively during crises, aiming to create opportunities for inclusive, participatory collaborations. The toolkit also highlights the significance of transnational approaches to heritage, encouraging dialogue and storytelling

    Policy Recommendations for the Integration of Cultural and Natural Heritage (CNH) within Research and Innovation Strategies for Smart Specialisation (RIS3/4)

    This resource explores the vital role of Cultural and Natural Heritage (CNH) in fostering sustainable development and innovation within European regions. It aims to bridge the knowledge and implementation gap regarding the potential of heritage, advocating for its integration into Research and Innovation Strategies for Smart Specialisation (RIS3). The text highlights the complex nature of heritage, encompassing both tangible and intangible elements, and underscores the intertwined relationship between anthropic and natural features. It stresses the importance of recognising heritage as a strategic resource that can drive growth and development, particularly

    Saving a City – A Lesson from History. The Conservation Fund in Chester 1970-2000

    In the mid 1960’s the increasing loss of old buildings in historic towns and the rate of redevelopment led the UK government to commission, jointly with local authorities, studies of four historic cities – Bath, Chester, Chichester and York. Donald Insall’s comprehensive report “Chester: A Study in Conservation” was published in 1968: financial encouragement was realised to be a vital element for the success of a future Conservation Programme. It led, in 1970, to the establishment of a Conservation Fund. The report lists the original terms of reference for the

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