The old city of Xanthi (ThraceeGreece) is one of the biggest traditional settlements in Greece which has the specialty to exhibit mixed traditional Greek, European and Oriental architectural features. This paper presents a 3D reconstruction of a small part of the settlement. It deals with the idea of using open source systems in 3D graphics in order to produce realistic virtual walkthroughs for...

In view of the contradiction between urban construction and protection architectural heritage, this paper analyzes hidden dangers wind fire heritage from perspective environment impact high-rise buildings. The simulation based on computational fluid dynamics are used to study typical building cases in Guangzhou. indicators that affect comfort, safety development explained, so as form a strategy...

Among the variety and diversity of pigeon houses, Multi-Tier Pigeon Houses (MTPHs) are distinguished from the functional and aesthetic point of view and are considered as a specific local architectural sights of Lenjanat. However, few studies have been conducted to study this type of pigeon house and these constructs have remained unknown. In this study we have conducted library and field studi...

In the field of stone protection, the introduction of inorganic nanoparticles, such as TiO₂, ZnO, and Ag in polymeric blends can enhance the protective action of pristine treatments, as well as confer additional properties (photocatalytic, antifouling, and antibacterial). In the framework of the "Nano-Cathedral" European project, nanostructured photocatalytic protective treatments were formulat...

The paper briefly describes the objectives and technological issues of PAST, a project aimed at assisting visitors of archaeological sites in understanding cultural heritage. Pilot installations are being developed at three sites, Bibracte in France, Passo di Corvo in Italy and Toumba in Greece.

This paper is concerned with the evaluation and potential of IS for archaeology and cultural tourism. We call the support of cultural heritage communication with ICT “e-heritage systems” (e-HS). Many advanced ICTs are involved in cultural projects. In this paper we shall primarily focus on evaluating the a priori potential of e-HS for fully exploiting the communicative potential of ICT. This pa...

Architectural heritage is a lively carrier of historical development, as well providing valuable resource for human society. Recently, however, the longevity architectural has been influenced and even threatened by natural factors. Furthermore, future remains uncertain. Therefore, this study aimed to develop comprehensive method, namely, digital protection utilization based on knowledge visuali...

The Jatio Sangsad Bhban (JSB) or the National Assembly Building of Bangladesh is an internationally renowned architectural masterpiece designed by eminent 20th-century American architect Louis I. Kahn. Its unique Architectural merit makes it one most significant buildings 20th century. impact this iconic building encompasses all spheres Bengal life including culture, heritage, ethos and lifesty...