Tag #Restoration

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UK Camellia House Restoration Wins European Heritage Award

Wentworth Woodhouse's Camellia House in Rotherham, UK, won a European Heritage Award for its £5 million restoration, transforming a roofless ruin into a public tearoom and heritage venue, showcasing some of the world's oldest camellia plants and demonstrating a balanced approach to horticultural, ar...

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Frankfurt Approves \$4.7 Million Restoration of Historic "Langer Franz" Tower

The Frankfurt City Council approved a \$4.7 million reconstruction of the "Langer Franz" Town Hall tower to its original 1904 design, funded by public and private donations, with work to begin after years of planning and fundraising by the Brückenbauverein.

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Dutch Government Allocates €155 Million for National Monument Preservation

The Dutch government is allocating €155 million for immediate repairs and raising the annual budget by €16 million to maintain 63,000 national monuments, addressing a 15% deterioration rate, with a focus on improving funding accessibility for owners.

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Hagia Sophia Dome Restoration Underway After Istanbul Earthquake

Following a recent earthquake in Istanbul, architect Hasan Firat Dikerdag is overseeing a large restoration project on the Hagia Sophia's main dome to protect it from seismic activity, involving the removal of lead sheets, assessment of structural integrity, and reinforcement of vulnerable points.

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Hagia Sophia Undergoes Extensive Restoration to Withstand Earthquakes

Istanbul's Hagia Sophia, a UNESCO site, is undergoing a multi-year restoration project focusing on its 31-meter dome to strengthen it against future earthquakes, while also preserving its mosaics and architecture; the project includes 3D scanning for long-term preservation and also recently reopened...

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80% of England's Peatlands are Degraded: New Map Reveals

A new map of England's peatlands shows that 80% are dry and degraded, releasing carbon into the atmosphere; the map, created using satellite imagery and AI, will help in restoration efforts.

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Berlin's Museum Island: Bicentennial Restoration and Historical Significance

Berlin's Museum Island, celebrating its bicentennial, showcases Prussian history from the Enlightenment through WWII and Cold War divisions, with ongoing restoration linking its five museums via an underground 'Archaeological Promenade'.

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Aix-en-Provence Celebrates Cezanne's Legacy with Reopening of Atelier and Major Exhibition

Aix-en-Provence, France, is celebrating Paul Cezanne with the reopening of his studio and family home after an eight-year restoration, alongside a major exhibition at the Musée Granet featuring over 130 of his works, showcasing his significant contribution to modern art.

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\$9.6 Million Awarded for Royal Exhibition Building Repairs

The Royal Exhibition Building in Melbourne received \$9.6 million in state budget funding for urgent repairs, addressing deterioration from previous funding cuts, but this falls significantly short of the \$50 million needed for complete restoration.

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Tyne Bridge Restoration: Apprentices Carry on Family Legacy and Veteran Skills

The Tyne Bridge restoration project in Newcastle and Gateshead utilizes apprentices, including Charlie Nicholson, whose grandfather worked on the bridge in 1984, and Taylor Macdonald, a veteran, showcasing multi-generational contributions and integration of diverse backgrounds.

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Hagia Sophia Undergoes Extensive Restoration to Prevent Earthquake Damage

Architect Hasan Fırat Diker is overseeing extensive restoration of Istanbul's Hagia Sophia, focusing on earthquake-proofing its dome and supporting structures, highlighting the global significance of preserving this nearly 1,500-year-old building.

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Ancient Deity's Head Unearthed During Excavation of Roman Basilica

Archaeologists excavating Rome's fifth-century Basilica of St. Stephen discovered the remarkably preserved head of an ancient statue, likely a deity, within the church's foundation; the artifact is now being studied and restored in Matera, Italy, promising new insights into the area's history and la...

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