At TESELA, we carry out preliminary surveys to assess the state of preservation of historic buildings, monuments and other cultural heritage assets before planning any intervention. This work enables us to identify materials, construction techniques, alterations and possible causes of deterioration. <\/p>\n\n
Each study is tailored to the specific characteristics of the property and may include visual inspection, historical and documentary research, graphic surveying, mapping of defects, sampling, materials analysis and technical assistance to conservation-restoration teams and site management.<\/p>\n\n
It is a technical survey carried out prior to designing or carrying out work on a cultural asset. Its purpose is to document the building or feature, identify its materials and construction techniques, assess its state of conservation, and provide objective criteria for planning the work. <\/p>\n
A preliminary study reduces uncertainty and provides a basis for conservation and restoration decisions. The information obtained helps to select suitable materials and treatments, anticipate risks, set priorities and avoid inappropriate interventions. <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
TESELA approaches cultural heritage from a multidisciplinary perspective that integrates historical knowledge, documentation, material analysis, assessment of the state of conservation, and support for the planning of interventions. This information enables the establishment of technical criteria that are consistent with the cultural values of the asset and its long-term conservation needs. <\/p>\n
An understanding of the heritage site forms the basis of any conservation strategy. Historical research, documentary analysis, structural analysis and the identification of its cultural values enable us to understand its evolution and set priorities for action. <\/p>\n
Where the scope of the project so requires, this information also serves to support the integration of heritage protection into urban and spatial planning instruments, reconciling its conservation with current uses and needs.<\/p>\n
Regular monitoring enables changes in the state of conservation to be detected and action to be taken before any damage worsens. TESELA is involved in drawing up monitoring and preventive conservation plans, tracking deterioration, and assessing materials and treatments, adapting its methodology to the characteristics and risks of each cultural asset. <\/p>\n
The documentation gathered during the study can be used to interpret, communicate and showcase cultural heritage. Based on the results, informative content, visual resources and supporting materials can be produced for exhibitions, educational activities or awareness-raising initiatives tailored to different audiences. <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
Preliminary studies combine documentary, graphical, analytical and inspection techniques to obtain a comprehensive overview of the cultural asset. The methodology is selected according to the asset\u2019s nature, state of conservation, identified risks and the objectives of the intervention. <\/p>\n
Techniques in a cultural heritage pre-study are diverse and depend on the type of site or structure under analysis. Some of the most common include: <\/p>\n
A cultural heritage pre-study report typically includes:<\/p>\n
The preliminary study provides a technical and documentary basis for planning the intervention and managing the property in the long term. Its main objectives are: <\/p>\n
Preliminary investigations may be necessary for:<\/p>\n
Each cultural asset has different materials, alterations and constraints. We therefore define the scope, the inspection methodology and the analytical programme based on the project\u2019s requirements and the information needed by the technical team. <\/p>\n
Please contact TESELA so that we can assess your situation and draw up a programme of preliminary studies tailored to the cultural asset and the objectives of the project.<\/p>\n
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Tell us what you need and we will assess your case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n