The Importance of “Historical Preservation and Sustainability, History of Architecture and Theory” Principles in Architectural Education

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10.2991/978-94-6463-686-4_46How to use a DOI?

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Sustainability; Historical Buildings; Architectural Education

Abstract

Architecture education not only focuses on contemporary design and construction techniques but also emphasizes the preservation of architectural heritage from the past. Historical buildings and monuments reflect a society’s cultural identity and reveal its evolution over time. Therefore, the preservation of historical buildings in architectural education instills in students the responsibility of connecting with the past and leaving a legacy for future generations. The approach to preserving historical buildings primarily involves understanding the historical and cultural context. Students take a fundamental step in understanding the social, economic, and cultural factors of the period in which architectural works were constructed to grasp the significance of these structures. In this context, architecture students develop the ability to understand the stories behind historical buildings and evaluate how these works influenced societies.

In conclusion, the preservation approach to historical buildings and monuments in architecture education not only equips students with aesthetic and technical skills but also fosters an awareness of connecting with the past and transmitting cultural heritage to future generations. This approach encourages architects to think not only about the needs of the current generation but also to consider the preservation of traces from the past for the benefit of future generations. The research will evaluate and analyze the content, approaches, and perspectives of courses related to “Historical Preservation and Sustainability, History of Architecture and Theory” offered by five architecture departments globally, examining their success in addressing the preservation, sustainability, and refunctioning of historical structures.

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AU  - Özlem Atalan
PY  - 2025
DA  - 2025/04/28
TI  - The Importance of “Historical Preservation and Sustainability, History of Architecture and Theory” Principles in Architectural Education
BT  - Proceeding of the 10th International Conference on Lifelong Education and Leadership for ALL (ICLEL 2024)
PB  - Atlantis Press
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SN  - 2667-128X
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