A Study on Characteristics and Development of Historical Buildings in Levuka No. 1: Residence

A critical gap in conservation efforts for Levuka, Fiji's first capital and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has been identified: the lack of systematic documentation and monitoring of its historical buildings. This study addresses that need by analyzing the characteristics and development of residential structures from the British colonial period, providing foundational data to inform preservation strategies. Researchers employed qualitative analysis of architectural features, historical records, and comparative studies with other Pacific colonial sites to elucidate Levuka's unique cultural and historical value. Findings underscore its significance in understanding the evolution of the South Pacific under European influence while highlighting ongoing challenges in implementing effective conservation plans.

FUKUMOTO, M., EZURA, T., NISHIYAMA, N., YAOITA, K., OMORI, Y., & NARITA, S. (2020). A STUDY ON CHARACTERISTICS AND DEVELOPMENT OF HISTORICAL BUILDINGS IN LEVUKA NO. 1: RESIDENCE. Journal of Architecture and Planning (Transactions of AIJ), 85(772), 1367–1376. https://doi.org/10.3130/aija.85.1367