A History of Architectural Conservation

by Jukka Jokilehto

The first book to provide a full history of the development of architectural conservation, A History of Architectural Conservation is considered a landmark publication by architectural conservation students and professionals the world over. Twenty years after its first publication, this new edition of Jukka Jokilehto's groundbreaking book continues the story to bring the history of architectural conservation right up to the modern day. Jokilehto draws on his distinguished career of over 40 years at ICCROM (International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property, founded by UNESCO) to provide studies from Europe, the Middle East, the USA, Japan, India, China, Australia and South America. This accessible and well-written introduction to the history and theory of architectural conservation is richly illustrated in full colour and will be an essential go-to guide for students and practitioners worldwide.

Genres: Architecture, Nonfiction

494 pages, Paperback

First published April 7, 1999

Reviews

[Kezscribe · Rating 3 out of 5]

Jokilehto's book is an insightful overview of the history of architectural conservation. He covers topics such as the evolution of the discipline, the emergence of key players and organizations, and the development of conservation philosophies and approaches. Jokilehto can contextualize conservation within broader social, political, and cultural contexts. Overall, I recommend this book to anyone interested in the history of preservation.

[Mwansa · Rating 3 out of 5]

The history of Architectural Conservation is riddled with argument and strife, with very few projects done that have unanimous backing regarding their success. The book has been informative but not the most enjoyable or the most comforting read. I did not read it as a textbook but I am pretty sure it should be used as one if it isn't already.

[Tara · Rating 5 out of 5]

It’s a textbook, but it is phenomenal!

[Katisita Zhunio · Rating 5 out of 5]

is very important