Interactive experiences with cultural heritage in aging communities
Keywords:
Interaction Design, Communication Design
Abstract
This paper explores how a research through design process grounded on the theory and practice of interaction design can contribute to the preservation and revitalization of cultural heritage in depopulated rural territories, particularly on Aldeias de Montanha (AM), a network of 41 villages in Serra da Estrela, Portugal.
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Published
2025-05-26
How to Cite
Melo, A., Marques, C., & Neves, M. (2025). Interactive experiences with cultural heritage in aging communities. Cuadernos Del Centro De Estudios De Diseño Y Comunicación, (264). https://doi.org/10.18682/cdc.vi264.12327
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