Architectural History, Modern Built Heritage, Conservation Repair and Renovation
A special issue of Buildings (ISSN 2075-5309). This special issue belongs to the section "Architectural Design, Urban Science, and Real Estate".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 October 2026 | Viewed by 118
Special Issue Editors
Interests: architectural history; conservation and restoration of architectural heritage; urban renewal; school buildings; architectural art
Special Issues, Collections and Topics in MDPI journals
Interests: conservation and adaptive-reuse strategies; Chinese modern architectural heritage; authenticity and integrity; construction technology; church school
Interests: history of modern Chinese architecture; history of architectural technology
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Modern and contemporary architecture not only serves as a material embodiment of social transformation, technological progress, and cultural trends of specific historical periods but also functions as a vital cultural carrier of collective memory and national identity. In the context of ongoing globalization and rapid urban renewal, a critical challenge has emerged: how to systematically evaluate the historical significance of modern and contemporary architecture, scientifically promote its conservation and restoration, and achieve rational strategies for its adaptive reuse. These issues have become focal points of widespread concern in the fields of architecture, urban planning, and related disciplines.
In recent years, research on architectural history and heritage conservation has evolved considerably, with methodologies becoming increasingly diversified. Traditional approaches—such as field surveys, archival studies, and stylistic analyses—are now being integrated with emerging technologies, including digital surveying, 3D modeling, Building Information Modeling (BIM), artificial intelligence, virtual reality, and remote sensing image analysis. This convergence of methods is driving the refinement, scientific rigor, and sustainability of conservation practices. Furthermore, interdisciplinary research has become an essential catalyst for innovation and advancement in this field.
The objective of this theme is to collect and disseminate the latest research outcomes that combine theoretical depth with practical relevance in the study of modern and contemporary architectural history and heritage conservation. It also aims to encourage research from multidisciplinary and multi-technology perspectives, fostering cross-domain collaboration and advancing holistic approaches to the preservation of architectural heritage.
Dr. Hechi Wang
Dr. Zhanfang Hu
Dr. Linhua Hu
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- architectural history
- arts and humanities
- architectural culture
- architectural heritage
- modern built heritage
- conservation and rehabilitation of historical buildings and sites
- digital cultural heritage conservation
- artificial intelligence and heritage conservation
- urban renewal
- sustainable conservation
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