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The study examines the ethical and practical dilemmas surrounding heritage conservation, particularly focusing on whether restoration should aim to recreate original states or preserve current iterations. It highlights the tension between intergenerational transmission and structural integrity, as illustrated by the Venice Charter (1964), which advocates for preserving assets in their current state. The research explores this through case studies like Avignon Bridge and Sénanque Abbey, where interventions were necessary to prevent collapse but raised questions about narrative selection and visual dissonance. It also critiques the anti-interventionist approach, warning of risks such as museification or 'Disneyfication' of heritage. The study uses historical examples and charters (e.g., Athens Charter 1931, Krakow Charter 2000) to frame its analysis.
A spatial decision support system for enhancing resilience to floods: bridging resilience modelling and geovisualization techniques
A spatial decision support system integrating geovisualization techniques and resilience assessment methods effectively identifies local resilience potential to floods, offering a visual tool for stakeholders. The study demonstrates that combining GIS data processing with three resilience indicators can enhance urban resilience in Avignon, France, by clarifying the concept through interactive mapping and data visualization. This approach facilitates stakeholder engagement and provides easier access to resilience analysis, bridging the gap between theoretical modeling and practical application.
Magánmitológiák Nagy József és Romeo Castellucci előadásaiban
Private mythologies take center stage in the avant-garde performances staged within Avignon's papal palace, revealing how visual artists József Nagy and Romeo Castellucci subvert traditional theater by prioritizing imagery over narrative. Their works, analyzed in this study, transcend representation to construct autonomous worlds where visual dominance erases textual expression. By comparing their approaches—rooted in visual art rather than conventional theater—researchers uncover a shared emphasis on myth-making, though through distinct stylistic and conceptual frameworks. The analysis highlights how these performances challenge audience expectations by dissolving the boundary between performance and world-building, offering a radical redefinition of theatrical experience within one of Europe's most historically significant sites.
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