Program Overview

RESTORATION LABORATORY OF HISTORIC GARDENS

Overview

The Laboratory of Restoration of Historic Gardens is a course offered by the University of Genoa. The course is composed of several modules, including:

• Survey and representation of historic gardens
• Design techniques for historic gardens
• Theory of the restoration of historic gardens

Course Details

• Academic Year: 2025/2026
• CFU: 11 credits year 2 DESIGN OF GREEN AREAS AND LANDSCAPE 9006 (LM-3) - GENOA
• Language: Italian
• Location: Genoa

Teaching Staff

The course is taught by the following professors:

• Francesca Mazzino
• Paola Sabbion
• Patrizia Burlando
• Michela Scaglione

Office Hours

The professors' office hours are as follows:

• Francesca Mazzino: Wednesday 9.00-13.00
• Paola Sabbion: by appointment, email: (not provided)
• Patrizia Burlando: By appointment, to be made first by email to (not provided)
• Michela Scaglione: (no office hours provided)

Exams

The exam schedule is as follows:

• Dates: 02/16/2026
• Time: 10:00
• Location: GENOA
• Type: Laboratory
• Notes: DESIGN TECHNIQUES FOR HISTORIC GARDENS

Objectives and Contents

The course aims to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary for the restoration of historic gardens. The course covers the following topics:

• Theory of the restoration of historic gardens
• Design techniques for historic gardens
• Survey and representation of historic gardens

Educational Objectives

The course is designed to provide students with the following educational objectives:

• To understand the principles and techniques of restoring historic gardens
• To acquire the skills necessary for the design and implementation of restoration projects
• To develop an understanding of the historical and cultural context of historic gardens.