IN-PERSON London Heritages. Section A

Abstract

Keeping our cultural heritage alive is important for telling our history, encouraging community spirit, and appreciating the importance of architecture. Sadly, architectural heritage sites around the globe face the growing threats from environmental damage and urban growth. Therefore, finding new ways to protect these valuable sites is essential. This paper explores how modern digital tools like digital scanning, 3D printing, and AI can help protect and restore these architectural resources, all while maintaining their historical reality. It points out that although these new technologies offer a great possibility for documenting and restoring structures, they should be used carefully to respect the original design and character of historic buildings. For example, advanced 3D scanning techniques let conservationists create detailed digital records of historic sites, which serve both as documentation and a guide for restoration work. These digital models can be turned into accurate physical replicas through 3D printing, which can help repair damaged parts of buildings and educate the public by providing tangible examples. Additionally, AI tools can analyze these digital records to predict how materials might wear out over time by programs system helping to note if there any change in historic sites and can recommend the best ways or plans to preserve them and even recreate missing or damaged sections of structures using bits of available data. For example, we did a survey for heritage buildings in Asir region Saudi Arabia’s using Google Earth tool, to speeds up the process of finding and registering heritage sites. This made it easier to locate buildings and decide where to focus our exploration and fieldwork. Also, by using this tool of technology it helped us see what the sites looked like before or any changes were made. This combined approach highlights how carefully using technology can protect and even breathe new life into our heritage site.