Fragilità dell'utenza e del patrimonio costruito. L'architettura del cammino come occasione per una riqualificazione condivisa

The contribution investigates the relationship of fragility between users and cultural heritage. It considers the rural heritage as a cultural asset, as a matrix of local identity and cultural expression of the community, and defines strategies through the networking of the heritage for receptive purposes. The recovery should include the re-functionalization of the heritage and its link with other vernacular polarities, according to the needs of users. To be ‘for all’, the design must be based on meticulous attention to detail and must be invisible and integrated into the environment. The enhancement of inclusive aspects represents an incremental value of quality by satisfying users’ expectations. The case study described is part of the “Banca del Fare” project and provides for the recovery and re-functionalization of the “ciabòt d’Alta Langa” from the point of view of environmental, economic and social sustainability. A reinterpretation of the project from an inclusive point of view has allowed ideas, suggestions and considerations about the possible ways of implementation of accessibility, outlining solutions and good practices for widespread hospitality.