Vernacular construction techniques and earth employ in Arg-e-Bam (Iran)

Arg-e-Bam, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Iran, stands as a rare global example of red clay architecture, rebuilt after its near-complete destruction by the 2003 Bam earthquake using ancient local techniques. This reconstruction process, supported by international cooperation since the site's 2004 recognition, highlights the resilience and sustainability of vernacular earthen construction methods. The study, presented at SOStierra 2017, underscores the significance of preserving and reviving traditional building practices for both cultural heritage conservation and environmental sustainability.

Cacciavillani, C., Rinaldi, S., & Severini, M. (2017). Vernacular construction techniques and earth employ in Arg-e-Bam (Iran). Vernacular and Earthen Architecture: Conservation and Sustainability, 59–64. https://doi.org/10.1201/9781315267739-10