Conservation and recovery of minor historical centres: the case of Atina in Southern Lazio.

Many historical centres in southern Lazio represent valuable heritage to be preserved for their unique landscape, urban, and architectural qualities. The study of these areas is particularly complex and requires an approach prioritising the reuse, enhancement, and conservation of their material elements. Various factors that have shaped their evolution have resulted in diverse architectural styles distinguished by type, structure, and technology. To preserve and enhance these centres, it is crucial to implement conservation guidelines based on a thorough understanding of their construction and material properties. This approach should aim to maintain the authenticity of local structures while incorporating technological advancements found in contemporary housing models. Achieving this balance between conservation and innovation requires a comprehensive understanding of the built environment and its surrounding context. Strategies for preserving smaller historical centres highlight the importance of focusing on specific case studies as exemplary models. In this regard, the ancient urban centre of Atina is considered a distinctive example that warrants particular attention, with an analysis of some of its architectural surfaces through a reinterpretation of the Colour Plan.