Building Cities on Cities—French Urban Historical Heritage Protection Practices

Author: Zhou Jian, Zhang Kai (editors)
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Publish Date: 2003-03-01
Features: Based on a wealth of case studies, this book comprehensively and systematically introduces the system, concepts, and methods of urban historical and cultural heritage conservation in France over the past five decades. It covers five key aspects: the system of French historical and cultural heritage conservation, the protection and utilization of historical buildings, the conservation and renewal of protected areas, the development and continuity of general areas, and the overall urban development. The book highlights the role of historical and cultural heritage in urban development and the corresponding conservation measures. It provides a thorough analysis of selected cases from perspectives such as historical evolution, social conditions, planning formulation, management regulations, and design modifications, offering a complete and objective reflection of France's practices and outcomes in urban historical and cultural heritage conservation and urban development. This book is a vivid and highly readable academic work, suitable for urban planners, architects, and professionals working in the fields of history and culture. The writing of this book benefited from the China-France collaborative research project "The Protection and Development of Historical and Cultural Environments in Chinese Towns." As a member of the Chinese research team, the authors conducted extensive research over three years, visiting numerous French experts, scholars, and government officials. The book is based on their mutual exchanges, with content that is objective and detailed.