Demolizioni sensibili e rigenerazione urbana

A critical reappraisal of demolition in urban regeneration, particularly within UNESCO World Heritage Sites, reveals its potential as a 'curative' tool for restoring degraded areas. The study challenges conventional perceptions by framing demolition not as an irreparable act but as a strategic component of urban renewal, capable of removing obsolete structures while preserving cultural identity. It emphasizes the importance of targeted, context-sensitive interventions that balance destruction with reconstruction, fostering emotional and figurative value in the process. This approach is exemplified in the Valle dei Templi di Agrigento, where demolition serves to replace aging or illegal constructions with innovative designs, aligning with broader goals of sustainable urban regeneration.

Criconia, A. Demolizioni sensibili e rigenerazione urbana. La Seconda Vita Degli Edifici, 147–153. https://doi.org/10.2307/j.ctt1w2f2t5.13