Methodologies for the study of a vernacular built environment within a historic residential complex: The case of the village of Gornji Stoliv, Montenegro

A comprehensive analysis of the abandoned village of Gornji Stoliv, Montenegro, reveals critical insights into the conservation challenges and methodologies for studying vernacular built environments lacking sufficient historical records. Located on Mount Vrmac in the Bay of Kotor, this 15th-century Venetian-era settlement comprises around 60 buildings, offering a rare glimpse into Adriatic coastal architectural traditions. The study, conducted between December 2018 and May 2019, identified key conservation issues while establishing robust methodologies for assessing historical urban and architectural landscapes without relying on extensive archival data. These findings provide a model for preserving similar sites globally, emphasizing the importance of multidisciplinary approaches in cultural heritage research.

Kovacevic, A. (2020). Methodologies for the study of a vernacular built environment within a historic residential complex: The case of the village of Gornji Stoliv, Montenegro. Journal of Traditional Building, Architecture and Urbanism, (1), 463–473. https://doi.org/10.51303/jtbau.vi1.371