New Approach for Digital Technologies Application in Heritage Architecture Conservation

Document Type : Original Article

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Interior Architecture Department, Faculty of Fine Arts, Alexandria University

Abstract

Heritage is the memory of people for culture, arts, history, literature, customs, traditions and human innovations linked to the nonconcept of our memory and it represents human creativity in architecture and our contribution to the enrichment of civilization, which is linked to the tangible history of our culture. Cultural and historical attractions are important factors for the development of tourism, which stimulates the growth of heritage industry. Societies and people have many cultural heritage, historical architecture and heritage interior spaces, heritage which are considered great importance and ancient history. Therefore, the preservation of culture and heritage to the future is the responsibility of everyone from the degradation processes, which arise from environmental factors, erosion, destruction and others. As cultural heritage is a vital element of modern society and the most important component of identity in modern times. Nowadays, the study of digital technology is an important field in the study of historical architecture conservation. In addition, the role of architects and designers in these processes is magnificent importance. Thus, the continuous evolution of digital technology creates new approaches to conservation science and documentation, leading to new methodologies, which can restore the degradation of architecture and can maintain interior functions of the building. The main concern is the usage of technological solutions to preserve the architecture and interior spaces, as well as, studying the connection between restoration and documentation and their roles in conservation of architecture heritage. Focusing on various techniques to study, analyze and protect historical buildings is essential. As digital preservation forms multiple measures which shape cultural heritage, besides its importance and its social value.

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