Intervista ad Alberto Rui, Presidente Confrestauro

Abstract

In this interview, Confrestauro President Alberto Rui outlines the association’s role in promoting a more integrated, preventive and sustainable approach to the conservation of Italy’s cultural heritage.
The discussion addresses cooperation among restorers architects, engineers, manufacturers and institutions; the compatibility between historic materials, energy efficiency and environmental sustainability; and the management of heritage assets in emergency contexts. Particular attention is devoted to ecclesiastical and privately owned historic buildings, professional opportunities for young restorers, and the growing contribution of digital technologies, artificial intelligence and innovative materials. Confrestauro’s long-term vision is to replace emergency-driven interventions with planned maintenance, continuous monitoring and shared responsibility for protecting the country’s architectural heritage.