Protecting the historic centre of Venice. A coordinated analysis of the physical and perceived wear processes to define mitigating actions

A coordinated analysis of the historic center of Venice reveals critical physical and perceptual wear factors, particularly those exacerbated by tourism, threatening its conservation. The study identifies 'macro-emergencies'—key drivers of degradation—and proposes measurable indicators for monitoring and mitigating these risks. By integrating systemic analysis with the UNESCO Management Plan for Venice and its Lagoon, the research offers actionable strategies to safeguard this World Heritage Site against anthropogenic pressures, emphasizing both tangible damage and perceptual impacts on heritage perception.

Codello, R., Gasparoli, P., Ronchi, A. T., Pianezze, F., Totaro, G., & Trovò, F. (2014). Protecting the historic centre of Venice. A coordinated analysis of the physical and perceived wear processes to define mitigating actions. TECHNE - Journal of Technology for Architecture and Environment, 75–80. https://doi.org/10.13128/techne-14534