Charters

1. LAW
VS
CHARTER

2. Early 20th C Discovery

3. Venice Charter 1964

4. Venice Charter
-Reaction to World War II architectural
reconstruction practice

5. Venice Charter
-Western concept (Fabric) disregards Social &
Intangible Values
Shinto Ise Shrine, Japan
Parthenon, Geese

6. Venice Charter
- Not only single architectural work but the urban &
rural setting. (Setting)

7. Venice Charter
- Safeguard as works of art & historical evidence

8. Venice Charter
CONSERVATION
-USE- socially useful purpose. (Social Use)

9. Venice Charter
CONSERVATION
-No new construction, demolition or modification
which would alter relations of (not alter) Mass &
colour

10. Venice Charter
CONSERVATION
-Moving of sculpture, painting
or decoration allowed if it
ensures its preservation (can
be moved)

11. Venice Charter
RESTORATION
- Preserve & reveal the
aesthetic & historic
value based on original
documents.

12. Venice Charter
RESTORATION
- Indispensable
extrawork must be
distinct, bears a
contemporary stamp
(for extrawork).

13. Venice Charter
RESTORATION
- When traditional
techniques prove
inadequate, consolidation
can use modern
technique(traditional
techniques unavailable)
after it’s proven experience
& scientific data.

14. Venice Charter
RESTORATION
- Respect contributions of (Respect) all
periods. Unity of style is not the aim.
Removal of superimposed object is
approved if it has little interest. (History)

15. Burra Charter
-Australia 1970-1999
finalized
-Key Ideas:
1. Place
2. Cultural
landscape
3. Cultural
Heritage from Statement
of Significance

16. Burra Charter
Cultural Significance
-AHSS value for past, present & future
generation
(Architectural, Historical, Social & Scientific)

17. Burra Charter
Architectural Significance

18. Burra Charter
Historical Significance

19. Burra Charter
Social Significance

20. Burra Charter
Scientific Significance

21. Burra Charter
Conservation
- all processes to retain its cultural significance
PRESERVATION > RESTORATION > RECONSTRUCTION > ADAPTIVE RE-USE
PRRA

22. Burra Charter
Preservation
- maintaining the fabric of a place to its existing state
& retarding deterioration

23. Burra Charter
Restoration
- Returning the existing fabric
to a known earlier state by
removing accretions or by
reassembling components
without introduction of new
material

24. Burra Charter
-Reconstruction
- Returning a place to a known earlier state by
introduction of new material.

25. Burra Charter
-Adaptation
-> modifying a place to suit existing use.

26. Burra Charter
CONSERVATION PRINCIPLES
-Respect for the existing fabric, use,
associations & meanings
-First aid- Safeguard the site & not
put at risk
-Traditional techniques & materials are
preferred. Modern techniques &
materials w/c offer substantial benefits
may be appropriate( Supported by a
firm scientific evidence or
experience.)

27. Burra Charter
CONSERVATION PRINCIPLES
- New use > minimal change to Fabric & use,
respect associations & meanings, continuation
of practices contributes to CS>
-Compatible USE
-Retain the visual setting & relationships.
Visual setting > Siting, bulk, form, scale,
character, colour, texture & materials

28. Burra Charter
CONSERVATION PRINCIPLES
-Contents, fixtures, & and objects which contribute to the
CS should be retained at that place. Removal allowed if it’s the
assurance of its security & preservation
-Physical location is part of the CS. Should remain in its
historical location. Relocation> sole practical means of ensuring of its
survival.
- New construction, demolition,
intrusions & other changes that
would affect the setting are not
appropriate

29. Burra Charter
CONSERVATION PROCESSES
- When CS is reduced >
reversible. Temporary &
considers future
conservation action.
- Amount of change should
be guided by the CS &
appropriate interpretation.

30. Burra Charter
CONSERVATION PROCESSES
- New work (Stabilisation)>
purpose is the physical protection
of fabric

31. Burra Charter
CONSERVATION PROCESSES
- Interpretation
CS is not readily apparent >
explained in interpretation. For
understanding, enjoyment &
culturally apparent

32. Burra Charter
PROCESS
IRASIOPoSMMo

33. Burra Charter
PROCESS (IRASIOPoSMMo)
IDENTIFY
(Secure & Make it safe)
RESEARCH
(Documentary, Oral & Physical)
ASSESS SIGNIFICANCE
STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE
OTHER FACTORS AFFECTING THE FUTURE OF THE PLACE

34. Burra Charter
IDENTIFY
(Secure & Make it safe)

35. Burra Charter
RESEARCH
(Documentary, Oral & Physical)

36. Burra Charter
ASSESS SIGNIFICANCE

37. Burra Charter
STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE

38. Burra Charter
OTHER FACTORS AFFECTING THE FUTURE OF THE PLACE

39. Burra Charter POLICY

40. Burra Charter
STATEMENT OF POLICY
MANAGE
(Management Policy)
MONITOR & REVIEW