Architectural Conservation in Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands: National Experiences and Practice

Architectural Conservation in Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific Islands: National Experiences and Practice explores cultural heritage protection in a region that covers one-third of the Earth's surface, highlighting the development of important techniques, legislation, and theories in the field. The book discusses accomplishments in architectural conservation on a national and international level, emphasizing original developments and contributions to the field. It is a comprehensive resource for students, academics, researchers, policy makers, practitioners, and anyone interested in conserving the built environment.

Format: Hardback
Length: 592 pages
Publication date: 22 December 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Architectural Conservation in Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific Islands: National Experiences and Practice is the fourth installment in a series that explores architectural conservation across different parts of the world. Spanning one-third of the Earth's surface, this region has witnessed the development of some of the most significant and influential techniques, legislation, doctrines, and theories in cultural heritage management. In response to the unique needs of each country, Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific Islands have pioneered innovative approaches to heritage preservation. This book delves into the evolution of the heritage protection ethos and contemporary architectural conservation practices in Australia and Oceania, providing ample illustrations and examples to support its discussions. Accomplishments in architectural conservation are examined both nationally and internationally, with a particular focus on original developments (solutions) and contributions made to the broader field.

Enriched with essays contributed by fifty-nine specialists and thought leaders in the field, this comprehensive book offers an extraordinary breadth and depth of research and synthesis on the reasons and methods of cultural heritage conservation. Its holistic approach serves as an essential resource and reference for students, academics, researchers, policy makers, practitioners, and anyone passionate about preserving the built environment.

The series on architectural conservation continues to expand our understanding of the preservation and restoration of cultural heritage worldwide, highlighting the importance of preserving our shared heritage for future generations.

Weight: 1300g
Dimension: 280 x 210 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367654436