Intereses cognoscitivos y praxis social en Arqueología de la Arquitectura

Abstract

The paper comprises two sections. In the first we reflect on the crisis of the traditional academic model, and the powerful impact represented by reorganization of archaeological activities in the context of the new autonomous administrations in the State of Spain.This is the context in which Building Archaeology must search for its place and offer sound alternatives. In order to attain this purpose,we propose to go beyond the avowed dichotomy between historical knowledge and restoration interests and we advocate for the need of putting in place control routines which guarantee respect for all relevant dimensions of building heritage and the full implication of Building Archaeology in its knowledge, management and diffusion. On the second part, and on the basis of concrete examples,we discuss the application of these ideas in the Basque country experience, experience which relies on the following: a) Normalization of research instruments. b) Incorporation of Building Archaeology to University curriculae. C) Creation of research programmes concerned with knowledge, management and diffusion of building heritage.