Regional Distinctiveness of Earthen Structures: Construction Techniques and Conservation Approaches. A Comparison of Mudwall/Cob Buildings in Perthshire – Scotland and Normandy – France.Chenelle FatimaRodriguesauthorEarth is the most basic construction material, indigenous to many parts of the world and interestingly, regionally diverse and distinct. Over the centuries, lack of understanding made its use in building obsolete. Fortunately, earth buildings, in the current, modern times have begun being recognised for their durability and sustainability. In conserving the earth building tradition various methods are being adopted. While most efforts are being directed towards material understanding, extent of intervention and technical repairs, there is little insight into traditional habits that naturally conserved these buildings. Such aspects imbibe in conservation today, can make the practice better and simpler.02. Types de construction03. Styles d’architecture04. Matériaux de construction05. Techniques de construction06. Structures de bâtiments02. Théorie et textes doctrinaux05. Sites12. Techniques09. Aspects économiques et sociaux de la conservation14. Analyse comparative25. Documentation du patrimoine47. Enquête sociale02. Facteur de dégradation04. Effets de la dégradation05. Prévention de la dégradation06. Paysages culturels15. Peuplement humain17. Patrimoine culturel immatériel27. Architecture vernaculaire16. Études sur les paysages02. Traditions et expressions orales (y compris les langues)04. Pratiques sociales, rituels et événements festifs05. Artisanat traditionnel06. Savoirs et pratiques concernant la nature et l’univers05. Europe14. Paysages vernaculaires2015The University of Edinburgh;Scottish Centre for Conservation Studies, Edinburgh School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture, Edinburgh College of ArtThèse