Resurrecting heritage; bringing new spirit into a church ruin
Typ
Examensarbete för masterexamen
Master's Thesis
Master's Thesis
Program
Architecture and planning beyond sustainability (MPDSD), MSc
Publicerad
2024
Författare
Myszker, Zuzanna
Modellbyggare
Tidskriftstitel
ISSN
Volymtitel
Utgivare
Sammanfattning
This master’s thesis project explores the topic of different approaches
towards interventions on ruins as a sustainable approach towards
heritage preservation. Given the growing worldwide interest in reusing
existing resources and preserving the values, this work examines how
strategic enhancement of the Sankt Pers church ruins in Sigtuna can
bridge the gap between historic preservation and architecture
renewal, while serving the local community.
The primary aim of this research was to understand, implement and
develop the principles and practices that are common among
transformation of historical sites, presenting unique possibilities for
preserving their historical significance. It investigated several case
studies on transformation performed in similar conditions,
highlighting innovative design strategies, historical preservation
techniques, sustainability features, and community engagement
models. Basing the process on current and historical theories within
the topic of transformation and cultural heritage, the project applies
a multidisciplinary approach to shed light on best practices for such
actions.
Social and cultural sustainability is an essential element of this
research, therefore the project explores how such actions can
influence people's understanding and appreciation of history and
heritage. By using existing structures and incorporating contemporary
additions, analysed projects and design proposed within this master’s
thesis contribute to the local historical environment.
Considering all factors, the objective of this master's thesis project was
to explore how the transformation and adaptation of the St Pers
church ruin’s surroundings can effectively unite historical elements with
contemporary architectural concepts, promote sustainability, and
serve as a dynamic hub for historical preservation and education. The
ultimate goal was to establish vibrant environments that harmoniously
accommodate historical significance with the essence of modernity.
Beskrivning
Ämne/nyckelord
transformation, sustainability, abandoned, ruins, heritage, culture, reprogramming