Conservation of historic earth buildings
G. Calabrese, Architect, Australia
Abstract:
The first part of the chapter outlines the initial analysis and study of the earth-walled city of Diriyah in the Atturaif region of Saudi Arabia. It discusses what lessons can be learnt from this example, including the different climatic issues and the importance of site maintenance. The second part of the chapter discusses the restoration of ‘Casa Patacca’ in the Abruzzo region of Italy.
Key words
earth buildings
Atturaif
earth conservation
adobe
massone
earthen plaster
earthen techniques
traditional earth architecture
sustainable architecture
16.1 Introduction
Historic cities need to be able to adapt to modern living if they are to continue ...
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