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Preservation of historical walser houses in alagna valsesia, italy

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Abstract

The focus of this paper is the historical preservation of Walser houses located in Alagna Valsesia, Piedmont, Italy. The Walser house displays a unique structure, conceived as a response to the harsh environment of high mountains. The "Walsers," a Germanic people, migrated to the Italian Alps starting in the 14 th century. The house represents an amazing synthesis of functionality, durability, structural soundness, and architectural elegance.

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Research Output:
Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding
Conference contribution

Host publication Subtitle

Crossing the Borders

Original language

English

Publication milestones

  • Published - 2008

Publication status

Published - 2008

Publication series

  • Publication series name: Proceedings of the 2008 Structures Congress - Structures Congress 2008: Crossing the Borders
    Volume: 314

ISBN (Print)

9780784410165

Publication IDs

  • Scopus: 70349377610

Host publication title

Proceedings of the 2008 Structures Congress - Structures Congress 2008