On a rocky hillside in an agricultural village halfway between Rome and Naples, an ancient form of building is being revived. Dry stone masonry—a technique dating back thousands of years—is being used ...

A building’s façade is much more than a pretty face. Exterior cladding plays a dual role as the architecture’s primary aesthetic and the building envelope’s first layer, making it one of the most ...

The Association for Preservation Technology International (APT) is a multi-disciplinary membership organization dedicated to promoting the principles, techniques, and technology necessary for ...

Preparing for future earthquakes by developing and spreading earthquake risk evaluation and aseismic protection techniques In Bhutan, most residential and public facilities are made of rammed earth* ...

The monument bears a plaque noting the bravery of Arthur Ambury. Photo / Department of Conservation Century-old stone-masonry techniques have been used to complete the refurbishment of Taranaki Maunga ...

One of Taranaki Maunga's best-known landmarks has been restored using century-old stone-masonry techniques. The Ambury Monument, near the North Egmont Visitor Centre, was erected in 1919 in honour of ...