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An Assessment Of The Vulnerablity Of Coastal Stone Monuments In Ireland, Jason Bolton Jan 2009

An Assessment Of The Vulnerablity Of Coastal Stone Monuments In Ireland, Jason Bolton

Doctoral

The overall aim of this research is to explore, evaluate, compare and contrast the vulnerability to physical decay and deterioration of archaeological and architectural stone monuments located along the Irish coast, with those found in unpolluted inland environments. The usefulness of the coast and rivers for the exploitation of natural resources, trade and communications has resulted in the historic development of towns, villages, individual buildings, monuments, structures and complexes along the coastlines of the world. The legacy of Irish archaeological monuments and historic buildings built in stone and found in close proximity to the coast ranges from the earliest tombs …


Villa Soset, Zecc Architecten Jan 2009

Villa Soset, Zecc Architecten

Building Case Studies

Located on the sloped hill in the forest, the use of stone on the façade creates a strong dialog between the building and the surrounding natural landcape. Stony façade anchored the building to the ground, giving durabiliy and sturdiness on its structure.


House In Tinos, Mx Architecture, Emmanuel Choupis Jan 2009

House In Tinos, Mx Architecture, Emmanuel Choupis

Building Case Studies

The vertical locally sourced natural stone masonry walls provide support to the horizontal raw-faced in-situ roofs. The thermal inertia of masonry slowing the rate of temperature change.