Principles of Preservation of the Church of Transfiguration of the Lord in Kizhi, the Object of the World Heritage of UNESCO

A systematic approach to preserving the Church of Transfiguration of the Lord in Kizhi reveals that post-restoration activities are critical yet often overlooked components of conservation. The study identifies gaps in current regulatory documents, particularly the lack of clear structuring of international principles for wooden architecture preservation. By analyzing various conservation processes—before, during, and after restoration—the research emphasizes the importance of integrating post-restoration strategies at the design stage to ensure long-term stability and authenticity. The Church of Transfiguration's restoration, overseen by ICOMOS UNESCO experts, serves as a case study demonstrating rigorous adherence to international principles, offering a model for future preservation efforts.

Nezvickaya, T. (2020). PRINCIPLES OF PRESERVATION OF THE CHURCH OF TRANSFIGURATION OF THE LORD IN KIZHI, THE OBJECT OF THE WORLD HERITAGE OF UNESCO. Bulletin of Belgorod State Technological University Named after. V. G. Shukhov, 88–99. https://doi.org/10.34031/2071-7318-2020-5-6-88-99