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Restoration of the frescoes and wooden structures of the Tsiatsiapa mansion
Published on 10 May 2019
Greece
Dytiki Makedonia
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About this good practice
The Tsiatsiapa Mansion is an exceptional case of mid18th-century urban architecture in the city, that during this time has had great economic and cultural importance.
The main activities concerning the project had to do with the restoration of the impressive frescoes and timber ornamental structures. The restoration was deemed important due to the cultural value of the mansion and their sensitive nature.
Activities included:
- restoration of fences and landscaping
- construction works such as demolitions, masonry restoration etc.
- restoration of the auxiliary building
- installation of plumbing/sewage, electrical and telecommunications installation, fire safety and security systems
- installation of heating – air conditioning systems
- reconstruction/restoration of wooden structures, floors, stairs, internal walls, and openings
- restoration of frescoes and timber ornamental elements
- documentation and production of information material
The project aimed at attracting artists, scientists, schools, associations etc. as an important historical, educational, and cultural site.
The site being one of the open-house mansions of the city attracts an important number of visitors. Moreover, since the project worked closely with the local community to encourage its participation and adoption of the monument, the mansion often is used for cultural events. It hosts cultural events, temporary exhibitions, books presentations etc
The main activities concerning the project had to do with the restoration of the impressive frescoes and timber ornamental structures. The restoration was deemed important due to the cultural value of the mansion and their sensitive nature.
Activities included:
- restoration of fences and landscaping
- construction works such as demolitions, masonry restoration etc.
- restoration of the auxiliary building
- installation of plumbing/sewage, electrical and telecommunications installation, fire safety and security systems
- installation of heating – air conditioning systems
- reconstruction/restoration of wooden structures, floors, stairs, internal walls, and openings
- restoration of frescoes and timber ornamental elements
- documentation and production of information material
The project aimed at attracting artists, scientists, schools, associations etc. as an important historical, educational, and cultural site.
The site being one of the open-house mansions of the city attracts an important number of visitors. Moreover, since the project worked closely with the local community to encourage its participation and adoption of the monument, the mansion often is used for cultural events. It hosts cultural events, temporary exhibitions, books presentations etc
Resources needed
For the development and implementation of the project activities, the amount of funding reached the 567.420 €
For the implementation of the project specialized Conservation and Restoration personnel had been employed, under the supervision of the personnel of the Ephorate of Antiquities of Kastoria
For the implementation of the project specialized Conservation and Restoration personnel had been employed, under the supervision of the personnel of the Ephorate of Antiquities of Kastoria
Evidence of success
In the short term: its (re)inauguration has been extensively covered by the local and national media and attracted an important number of visitors.
At long-term level: The project continues to be one of the main attraction of the city of Kastoria It has been used to host cultural activities such as jazz concerts, but also it has been selected to host activities linked with the local economy such as the 43rd International Fur Fair of the city.
At long-term level: The project continues to be one of the main attraction of the city of Kastoria It has been used to host cultural activities such as jazz concerts, but also it has been selected to host activities linked with the local economy such as the 43rd International Fur Fair of the city.
Potential for learning or transfer
The restoration of the mansion which is an important part of the local cultural and architectural heritage contributes signifcantly in icreasing the attractiveness of the area. However, the lesson learnt for this project derives from the modern use of the Mansion by the local associations and populations themselves. It is very important that both public institutions in charge as well associations and citizens were encouraged to use Tsiatsiapa Mansion.
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Organisation
Ministry of Culture - Ephorate of Antiquities of Kastoria
Greece
Dytiki Makedonia
Contact
External expert in charge for technical assistance