POSSIBILITIES FOR FOSTERING URBAN DEVELOPMENT IN CITIES AND REGIONS THROUGH THE IMPLEMENTATION OF INTERDISCIPLINARY RESEARCH OUTCOMES WITHIN THE FRAMEWORK OF INTERNATIONAL PROJECTS

Urban development is a critical factor in the overall advancement of society. The discourse on sustainable development of both local environments and entire regions is increasingly framed within a transdisciplinary context. In this framework, diverse heritage plays a crucial role in promoting local values, enhancing cultural dimensions, stimulating tourism, and thereby driving the economic development of communities. The implementation of interdisciplinary findings and conclusions from various thematic frameworks of international projects can significantly contribute to this process. This paper aims to identify and elucidate the potential of various urban design methodologies in urban planning, particularly in areas of significant tangible and intangible heritage. It is considered that local values of distinct locations can be substantially enhanced through urban design that acknowledges and preserves heritage as a generative element. This approach facilitates the connection of disparate places, enhances the visibility of diverse communities, and yields benefits not only at the local level but also across the broader region.