The heritage unit offers its expertise in the following areas:<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>- <\/i><\/span>
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Support, advice to local authorities in the management of their heritage<\/b><\/p>\n\n- \n
Support in identifying heritage potential (values and potential for tourism development);<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Support and advice for the effectiveness of legal tools (development of regulations, dissemination of legal texts, definition of good practices, etc.);<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Support for the development of tools to assist citizens in conserving their living environment;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Support in defining strategies for site enhancement;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Development of training programmes for local and central authorities.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Support, advice for the management, conservation and enhancement of archaeological sites <\/b><\/p>\n\n- \n
Development of management plans;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Development of protection plans for excavated remains to minimise risk;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Architectural and archaeological study of elevations;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Training in technical and heritage diagnosis;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Assistance in defining relevant conservation choices;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Implementation of preventive conservation works and on-site training of teams;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Advice and support in site enhancement;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Definition of training programmes, development of didactic and educational tools.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Support and advice for the management, conservation and promotion of World heritage sites <\/b><\/p>\n\n- \n
Assistance in preparing nomination files for inscription on the World Heritage List;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Advice and support in developing management plans using a participatory approach;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Advice, technical support and\/or training for the conservation (preventive measures, restoration, etc.) and promotion of World Heritage sites with a view to sustainable local development.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Our approach<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div>The notion of heritage is understood here in its historical and cultural diversity, with references ranging from the Neolithic period to the most contemporary times, in geographical contexts that are either close by or very distant. Heritage is studied in its material (materials, buildings, landscapes) and immaterial (knowledge, know-how, organisation-management) facets in relation to the specific characteristics of the places in which it was built. The aim is to recognise and understand the architectural qualities and values of heritage, then to identify its potential for enhancement, including for the design of any new projects.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Local resources at the heart of actions<\/h3><\/div>A participatory approach is a constant concern in field projects. Strengthening capacities by relying on local human and material resources fosters autonomy in management as well as sustainable local conservation of sites.\nInvolving communities in the diagnosis and conservation of heritage enhances their sense of belonging and pride, and encourages them to envisage bright perspectives in which heritage plays a central role.<\/p>\n<\/div>
Heritage at the centre of local development<\/h3><\/div>Although architecture is at the heart of our activities, we aim to go beyond simply preserving built heritage. By placing culture at the centre of our development initiatives, we ensure that local communities and stakeholders are the primary beneficiaries of the actions taken to protect their heritage. This helps to promote local identities and strengthen cultural diversity, which is essential to the fulfilment of our society.<\/p>\n<\/div>
Vernacular heritage as a source of inspiration<\/h3><\/div>In a globalised context with easy access to industrial materials, urban and architectural projects that lack coherence with their territory have become the norm. Vernacular architecture constitutes a genuine source of inspiration for contemporary eco-responsible architecture, combining cultural expressiveness with harmony within the natural environment.\nWe strive to promote the environmental, cultural, and socio-economic coherence that these architectures maintain with their territories and pay tribute to them in our contemporary designs.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2230,"parent":2202,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"100-width.php","meta":{"footnotes":""},"yoast_head":"\n
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