ANNOUNCEMENT:
“DOMES IN THE WORLD” CALL FOR PAPERS IS NOW OPEN!!!
International Congress, Florence, November 3-6, 2011
Conceived by the Romualdo Del Bianco Foundation in the context of Life Beyond Tourism
Abstract submission deadline: July 31, 2010
Congress’ Main Sessions
I. Cultural Identity given by Domes
• Ancient and Contemporary
• Landscapes and Skylines
II. The Symbolism of Domes
III. Dome Shapes and their Geometrical Genesis
IV. Construction and Conservation
• Constitutive Elements: Shells (single or double), Ground Supports, Pendentives, Drums, Openings, Coverings and Protections, Facings, Decoration
• Building and Conservation Techniques: Materials, Bonds, Structural Systems, Wooden Domes etc.
• Survey, Analysis and Documentation: Objectives, Instruments, Methods
• Deterioration and Conservation: Theory, History and Practices of Dome Strengthening
V. Contemporary Domes and Vaults
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