Luisa Lombardo – författare

This volume offers an innovative perspective on the challenges and potentials in the fields of cultural heritage, digitalization, innovative materials, building envelope, comfort, and design. It collects peer-reviewed contributions by young researchers, PhD candidates, PhD holders, and fellows, alongside industry experts, as presented at the Study Day of the Dot.AT.i Group of the Scientific Society of Architecture Art.Tec. It includes topics such as Technical Architecture, Building Production, Architecture Technology and Industrial Design, and explores innovative solutions and advanced strategies to address current and future challenges in these critical areas. In the cultural heritage sector, advanced conservation methods and digital approaches for sustainable management of cultural assets are discussed. The section on digitalization explores the use of emerging technologies to enhance research and professional practice, while the focus on innovative materials examines the latest discoveries and applications in advanced materials. Similarly, the building envelope, comfort, and design section focuses on design strategies that integrate residential comfort, energy efficiency, and environmental sustainability. Each section provides a critical and in-depth analysis of the topics covered, highlighting the importance of interdisciplinary research and collaboration between young researchers and industry experts. The volume is intended for a wide audience of scholars, professionals, and academics interested in contributing to advanced knowledge and innovative practice in these important areas of scientific research.

This volume offers an innovative perspective on the challenges and potentials in the fields of cultural heritage, digitalization, innovative materials, building envelope, comfort, and design. It collects peer-reviewed contributions by young researchers, PhD candidates, PhD holders, and fellows, alongside industry experts, as presented at the Study Day of the Dot.AT.i Group of the Scientific Society of Architecture Art.Tec. It includes topics such as Technical Architecture, Building Production, Architecture Technology and Industrial Design, and explores innovative solutions and advanced strategies to address current and future challenges in these critical areas. In the cultural heritage sector, advanced conservation methods and digital approaches for sustainable management of cultural assets are discussed. The section on digitalization explores the use of emerging technologies to enhance research and professional practice, while the focus on innovative materials examines the latest discoveries and applications in advanced materials. Similarly, the building envelope, comfort, and design section focuses on design strategies that integrate residential comfort, energy efficiency, and environmental sustainability. Each section provides a critical and in-depth analysis of the topics covered, highlighting the importance of interdisciplinary research and collaboration between young researchers and industry experts. The volume is intended for a wide audience of scholars, professionals, and academics interested in contributing to advanced knowledge and innovative practice in these important areas of scientific research.

This book provides a comprehensive exploration of the development and management of Smart Villages, focusing on both theoretical frameworks and practical applications. It introduces the concept of Smart Villages through a comparative analysis of European and non-European initiatives, presenting case studies that illustrate how communities leverage innovative technologies, governance models, and sustainable practices to enhance the quality of life. The work examines the Italian context in detail, addressing challenges such as depopulation and the revitalization of small municipalities, while also outlining relevant European and national regulatory frameworks that support Smart Village initiatives. Key strategies for rehabilitation, safeguarding, and enhancement of rural areas are discussed, with a focus on stakeholders, smart governance, digitalization, and the integration of tangible and intangible heritage. The book further presents tools for managing Smart Villages, including guidelines, best practices, business plans, and management protocols, alongside examples of their implementation and monitoring. A dedicated section on smart networks explores how villages can collaborate to maximize innovation and resilience. This book serves as a valuable resource for researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and students interested in rural development, providing insights, methodologies, and practical instruments to foster sustainable and intelligent communities worldwide.