Description
The role of digital technologies in preserving, interpreting, and reimagining cultural heritage is reconsidered through the concept of intelligent and immersive design. They focus on the evolving intersection of heritage conservation, urban memory, and smart technologies, and explore how artificial intelligence, extended reality (XR), Web3, parametric modelling, H-BIM, and gamification are reshaping the way we understand and interact with the built environment. These technologies go beyond tools, they introduce new design thinking paradigms that influence authenticity, accessibility, and cultural sustainability.Using the Walls as a metaphor and conceptual anchor, heritage is framed not as a static artefact but as a dynamic interface that negotiates between physical legacy and digital futures. By incorporating decentralised systems such as blockchain for authentication and co-creation, and employing data-driven analysis and virtual prototyping, current research demonstrates how digital augmentation can foster resilience and relevance in historical environments.
Drawing on global collaborations and interdisciplinary expertise, one can propose future-proof design strategies that transcend disciplinary boundaries. And argue for a reframing of heritage as a living, intelligent system, one that invites participatory engagement, supports inclusive narratives, and promotes new models of conservation through immersive storytelling, responsive environments, and speculative design. Ultimately, digital heritage is positioned as a catalyst for adaptive, creative, and sustainable urban futures.
| Period | 24 May 2025 |
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| Held at | Istanbul Technical University, Turkey |
| Degree of Recognition | International |