The Importance of the Damage’s Map in Identifying Pathologies on Historical Buildings: A Study of the Carmo’s Church – Olinda – PE

A damage map emerges as a critical tool for assessing the conservation state of historical buildings, particularly those with significant preservation interest. This study highlights its importance through a case analysis of Carmo's Church in Olinda, Brazil—a 16th-century Carmelite church and part of UNESCO’s World Heritage-listed Historic Centre. The research demonstrates that understanding construction techniques, materials, maintenance routines, and historical interventions is essential for diagnosing facade pathologies accurately. Despite recent restoration (2012), the study identifies new pathological manifestations appearing within four years, underscoring the need for long-term monitoring and comprehensive documentation to inform conservation strategies.

Eudes de Arimatéa Rocha. (2025). The Importance of the Damage’s Map in Identifying Pathologies on Historical Buildings: A Study of the Carmo’s Church – Olinda – PE. Journal of Civil Engineering and Architecture, 19(7). https://doi.org/10.17265/1934-7359/2025.07.003