N.K Nasereddin - Palestine Polytechnic University (PPU)-Palestine

Historical and heritage buildings and areas in the cities of Palestine are exposed for several problems affecting their shape, performance and beauty. One of those problems is resulting from unconscious behaviors of the residents of these cities and regions as well as the behavior of workers with activities craft , trade , economic and other social activities located in these mentioned areas . Another problem is resulting from the use of new building materials or new modern techniques which is not suitable and may cause distortion to some of original architectural elements.But if there is some historical areas still retain their personality and heritage features thoroughbreds largely in the face of recent developments , the maintenance and preservation of the urban fabric and heritage buildings , as well as preserve the architectural features of historical motifs and elements calls for reducing these negative effects , directing and rehabilitation of historic areas in response to the innovations of these days .Here, this paper aims to study the simple environmental and technological means that supports the preservation of historical buildings and heritage areas, and aims to guide the local community and the decision makers how to avoid negative influences that affect historical buildings and heritage in order to keep the original nature of these areas .Finally, this research paper attempts to find successful solutions to maintain and raise the value of heritage and to appreciate its effective role.

Palestine , Hebron , Architectural heritage , Historical buildings, sustainability