Building conservation philosophy

Earl, John

Building conservation philosophy - 3rd ed. - Shaftesbury Donhead 2003 - xiii, 230p. 25cm.

This revised edition examines the nature of monuments and the varied motives for preserving them. The history of movements to preserve old buildings is traced. Also examines issues such as skin-deep preservation and the use of substitute materials. New chapters include sustainability and the relationship of buildings to the townscape and landscape. Contains copies of conservation charters and a chronology of milestones in the history of attitudes to conservation and the development of protective laws.

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PRESERVATION
POLICY
Sustainability
RESTORATION

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