Objetives

The purpose of this Seminar therefore is three-fold

Primarily, it aims to look at new and innovative ways of integrating contemporary architecture in a sustainable way into an existing context.

Secondly, it wishes to explore new ways in which the process of contemporary architecture is carried out such as using new technologies that will allow visualizing and representing the impact of future buildings in the current context (e.g. 3D virtual reality, image-based modelling, 3D scanning and data capture, image-based rendering, large scale terrain modelling, 3D GIS for urban sites, object and image restoration and modelling, etc., and the latest in virtual and immersive reality for sites; projection technologies; etc). The role of new technologies in assessing the impact of contemporary architecture on an existing context that represents outstanding universal value (OUV) should be explored. How can this impact be identifiied?

Thirdly, it aims to explore the ways in which the urban communities evolve through the transformation of their historic urban landscapes or the synthesis of old and new, appropriating or rejecting contemporary architecture and building a modern identity. It may also explore innovative tools for conservation and education in this domain, especially for given the overriding urgency of achieving sustainable development. To what extent are urban management and policies influential in the transformation of historic urban landscapes? How transportable are planning and architectural models from one culture to another?

Thus abstracts should allow the academic community and World Heritage conservation networks to discover new, innovative ways of integrating contemporary architecture in a historic urban landscape through applied research or projects that will open up a wealth of possibilities not previously explored. These new proposals should aid heritage practitioners in their mission as well as civil society.

Essentially, FUUH Seminar is a place for new and creative ideas to be showcased and abstracts that do not present an innovative element will not be considered. Links between contemporary architecture, successful site management and sustainable development should be found during this Seminar. Examples of successful projects that are being carried out or have already been completed by students under the leadership of academics may also be presented during the Seminar.

All participants will appreciate this unique opportunity to approach the important and challenging of Historic Urban Landscapes in a new and refreshing light, with the facilities offered by interpretation in English, French, Spanish and Vietnamese.

Hanoi Architecture University (HAU) will take the opportunity of this Seminar to establish contacts for future research, teamwork and academic connections. These contacts will help to explore and contribute to the future planning and architecture of Hanoi.