call for papers

In recent years, the cultural heritage sector has been undergoing a profound transformation, facilitated by the introduction of advanced digital tools capable of revolutionizing the ways in which historical and artistic heritage is documented, analyzed, and managed. Within this scenario, the 3D Modeling & BIM Workshop is launching a call on the theme of the “Transformation of Cultural Heritage,” which aims to be an opportunity for interdisciplinary discussion between institutions, research bodies, scholars, professionals, and companies operating in the field of digital technologies for cultural heritage.The event aims to highlight the potential offered by three-dimensional modeling (3D Modeling) and Building Information Modeling applied to historical and monumental contexts (HBIM), emphasizing how these tools now allow geometric, material, and conservation data to be integrated into intelligent models, supporting complex decision-making processes in the areas of restoration, maintenance, and use.The workshop aims to provide a forum for practical experiences in historical architecture, archaeological contexts, and museum environments, illustrating methodologies, workflows, and digital protocols that are now recognized as best practices in the sector.

Particular attention is paid to the role of digitization in preventive conservation, planned management of interventions, and narrative enhancement, including immersive and inclusive experiences designed for different audiences. The conference also provides an opportunity to critically reflect on ongoing challenges, such as data interoperability, regulatory standards, long-term sustainability, and the development of new professional skills. At a time when the digital transformation of cultural heritage is no longer a future prospect but a present urgency, dialogue between the academic, institutional, and industrial worlds is essential to guide cultural and strategic policies in the coming years.

keydates

October 15th 2025 – Opening call for long abstract;

February 15th 2026 – Long Abstracts deadline;

February 28th 2026 – Notification of acceptance and author’s registrations openings;

April 7th 2026 – Closing author’s registrations;

April 7th 2026 – Free registration opening for professionals, students, researchers and auditors;

April 15th 2026 – Closing free registrations;

April 16th – 17th 2026 – Workshop 3D Modeling & BIM

May 31th 2026 – Deadline for full paper submission.

submission

LONG ABSTRACT

The official languages of the conference are Italian and English.

The call for long abstracts addressed to scholars is open from October 15th 2025 to February 10th 2026, with the submission of a contribution in Italian or English.
Acceptance of long abstracts, which will be subject to double blind review, will be announced on February 28th 2026.

After acceptance, authors will be requested to submit the long paper (ca. 15,000 characters), italian and english, for publication by May 31st 2026.

Long abstracts, in .pdf format, should be composed as follows:

• title (max 80 characters)
• abstract 300 characters including spaces
• keywords (max 5)
• text (3000-5000 characters including spaces)
• max 3 images

The file must not contain the author’s name or any other information that would allow the author to be identified. The delivery file must be named according to the following syntax: “Surname_abstract”.
The file must be uploaded by clicking on the “Abstract Submission” button.

FULL PAPER

The full paper must be submitted if the abstract is accepted by the reviewers. Full papers should be composed as follows:

• title (max 80 characters)
• authors/authors
• authors/authors affiliation and email
• abstract 300 characters including spaces
• keywords (max 5)
• text (max 15000 characters including spaces)
• max 8 images (300 dpi, minimum width 1920px)

The submission email must have attached a compressed folder containing:

• a file in text format (.doc or .docx) complete with images and captions, in both languages, saved under the name: Surname_Name_WS26;
• a .pdf file of the contribution complete with images and captions and without references that could make the authors recognisable, saved under the name: Surname_Name_WS26;
• the images in .jpeg format, saved as: Surname_figXX.jpg.

The folder must be named surname_name of the corresponding author and uploaded by clicking on the “Paper Submission” button.

Accepted papers will be published on PVBLICA in a volume with ISBN.

For information: submission@3d-modeling.it

subscription

The registration fee for authors (1 fee per contribution) is €180.00 to cover the costs of publishing the proceedings. The deadline for registration and payment, in order to publish your contribution in the 3D Modelling & BIM 2026 volume, is 7 April 2026.

Information on payment and registration methods will be provided to authors by email.
For further information: info@3d-modeling.it

organization

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