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In view of emerging challenges that threaten the heritage-making process\u2014namely, progressive interventions in the built fabric\u2014a methodology of interrelated reading is presented, grounded in a critical and participatory perspective centered on the local community. This methodological structure is operationalized through an interrelated reading model that combines architectural, constructive and intangible layers within a multi-scalar analytical matrix. This approach is based on three interdependent dimensions: (i) material and immaterial; (ii) symbolic and identity-related; and (iii) functional and sustainable. The theoretical model developed, supported by the participation of multiple stakeholders, demonstrates that small adaptations\u2014compatible with cultural values and local actors\u2019 interpretations\u2014can strengthen the recognition of the value of built heritage and foster sustainable human development. Given the existing typological diversity, the study concludes that it is essential to adapt the model of OUV reinterpretation to each specific context, acknowledging the plurality of possible solutions and promoting a balanced integration of material and immaterial values without compromising existing cultural significance.<\/jats:p>","DOI":"10.3390\/heritage8120541","type":"journal-article","created":{"date-parts":[[2025,12,17]],"date-time":"2025-12-17T13:42:52Z","timestamp":1765978972000},"page":"541","update-policy":"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.3390\/mdpi_crossmark_policy","source":"Crossref","is-referenced-by-count":0,"title":["Reinterpreting the Outstanding Universal Value of the Built Heritage of the Island of Mozambique: A Methodological Approach"],"prefix":"10.3390","volume":"8","author":[{"given":"Isequiel","family":"Alcolete","sequence":"first","affiliation":[{"name":"Faculty of Architecture and Physical Planning, L\u00fario University, Nampula 3100, Mozambique"}]},{"ORCID":"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0000-0003-4521-2405","authenticated-orcid":false,"given":"Jos\u00e9","family":"Mendes Silva","sequence":"additional","affiliation":[{"name":"CERIS\u2014P\u00f3lo de Coimbra, University of Coimbra, 3030-289 Coimbra, Portugal"}]},{"given":"Luis","family":"Lage","sequence":"additional","affiliation":[{"name":"Faculty of Architecture, Eduardo Mondlane University, Maputo 1100, Mozambique"}]},{"ORCID":"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0000-0002-1476-7486","authenticated-orcid":false,"given":"Lidia","family":"Catarino","sequence":"additional","affiliation":[{"name":"Geosciences Center, Department of Earth Sciences, University of Coimbra, 3030-790 Coimbra, Portugal"}]}],"member":"1968","published-online":{"date-parts":[[2025,12,17]]},"reference":[{"key":"ref_1","unstructured":"Duarte, R. 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