Group 1 | G01

Identifying Industrial Heritage

• In what ways can we understand industrial buildings as part of broader functional systems — such as transport networks and resource supply chains — and how do these systemic relationships shape the way we assess their heritage value, both in the past and today?

Industrial buildings also gain heritage value from their roles as interconnected elements within broader functional systems, including transport networks, supply chains, regional economic structures, and intangible aspects. Assessing these systemic relationships enriches the historical understanding and informs contemporary conservation and reuse practices of industrial heritage sites.

Keywords: Industrial, System, Connection, Module, Heritage, Factory

Group 2 | G02

Documentation and Mapping

• How do mapping, archival research, on-site documentation, and community knowledge contribute to comprehensive industrial heritage conservation?

Mapping, archival research, on-site documentation, and community knowledge collectively create a comprehensive understanding of industrial heritage by integrating spatial, historical, physical, and social dimensions. These diverse documentation approaches inform effective conservation strategies that reflect both historical accuracy and community significance.

Keywords: Roots, Knowledge, Catalogues, Documenting, Preserving, Informing.

Group 3 | G03

Communities and Stakeholders Engagements

• How do local contexts and diverse stakeholder viewpoints influence the development of community-driven approaches for conserving industrial heritage?

Local contexts and diverse stakeholder perspectives significantly shape community-driven approaches to industrial heritage conservation by ensuring relevance to local identities, histories, and values. Effective stakeholder engagement supports inclusive decision-making processes, fostering ownership and sustainability in heritage initiatives.

Keywords: Communities, Living Heritage, Contexts, Voices.

Group 4 | G04

Innovation and Authenticity

• What design approaches strike the right balance between preserving architectural authenticity and meeting contemporary functional needs when we have to deal with industrial heritage? How can architectural interventions respect the authenticity of industrial heritage while addressing current functional demands?

Effective design approaches balance preservation and innovation by sensitively integrating contemporary interventions into existing industrial structures, ensuring that key architectural and historical elements remain authentic and legible. Architectural interventions should respect original materials, spatial qualities, and functional logic, while thoughtfully introducing new elements that clearly differentiate the modern adaptations from historical layers.

Keywords: Layers, Innovation, Balance, Design, Conservation.

Group 5 | G05

Reuse and Sustainability

• How does the reuse of industrial buildings foster sustainability and contribute to the conscious transformation of neglected industrial areas?

Reusing industrial buildings promotes sustainability by conserving existing resources, reducing construction waste, and minimising environmental impacts associated with new developments. Moreover, reuse facilitates the thoughtful regeneration of neglected industrial areas, revitalising them into accessible spaces that serve contemporary needs while preserving their historical and cultural identity.

Keywords: Chain of reuse, New Values, Reuse, Sustainability.

_{This project has received funding from the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (NRRP) - Mission 4 “Education and Research” - Component 2 “From Research to Business” - Investment 1.2 “Funding projects presented by young researchers” and the European Union's Next Generation EU Recovery Plan - Project no. 100027-2022-FP-PNRR-YR_MSCA_0000005"}

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