Voices of Youth in Heritage
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Join budding heritage architects, engineers and planners for a series of talks about sustainability and technology in heritage. With an innovate display by University of WA student projects relating to heritage conservation and a display by Architre on heritage and sustainability. Presented by the Heritage Skills Association WA.Dates
Saturday 12 April 2025 (UTC+08)
Heritage in the Digital Era with Camilo Idarraga Javela
10.30am to 11.30am
This talk explores the importance of preserving architectural heritage in an age of rapid technological innovation. While new buildings and digital design tools push boundaries, traditional structures and methods risk being forgotten. Learn how technologies like digital scanning, VR/AR, and photogrammetry can enhance preservation and accessibility, while still valuing hand-drawn techniques and craftsmanship.
Architectural Treasures: The Perth Pensioner Barracks with Thomas Brady
1.30pm to 2.30pm
Discover the immersive desktop application prototype created by Curtin HIVE and the State Library of Western Australia. This innovative tool brings the historic drawings of the Perth Pensioner Barracks to life, recreating the building and its surrounding landscape as they appeared in the late 19th century, offering a unique glimpse into the past.
Conservation Out of Context: The Value of Interdisciplinary Approaches in Heritage Practice with Claire Rowson
3pm to 4pm
Step outside the museum and hear from Claire Rowson, a conservator who has carved a unique path beyond traditional museums, libraries, and galleries. She’ll share her experiences working with significant cultural materials in unexpected contexts.
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City of Perth Library
573 Hay St, Perth WA 6000
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