Name: A House of Stone
Uploaded: 2024-01-25 00:30:07
Duration: 52 min 35 s
Description: On April 15, 2019, a massive fire ravaged Notre-Dame's roof, weakening its structure. A year later, 200 scientists examine the battered stones—revealing construction secrets and uncovering enigmas. Researchers use 3-D software to solve Notre-Dame's mysteries and preserve its 800-year history.

April 15, 2019: a fire rages at the famous Notre-Dame cathedral in Paris. Now, more than 200 experts are working on its restoration.

On April 15, 2019, a massive fire ravaged Notre-Dame's roof, weakening its structure. A year later, 200 scientists examine the battered stones—revealing construction secrets and uncovering enigmas. Researchers use 3-D software to solve Notre-Dame's mysteries and preserve its 800-year history.

A House of Stone

Built in the 12th century, Notre-Dame is a pinnacle of Gothic architecture. Fire challenged its stability, destroying the roof and wooden frame, yet it stands. Using 3-D animation and reenactments, scientists and architects unveil the cathedral’s genesis and explore the structure behind the stone.

A House of Cards

Before the flames, the sacred monument Notre-Dame engaged all of the senses—with light, height and acoustics. Now, researchers strive to restore Notre-Dame’s soul: unveiling its true painted stone and ensuring that the world's most famous organ will resound within the cathedral’s walls.