Dr. Guiye Lin specializes in the digital conservation of architectural and cultural heritage. His research encompasses UAV photogrammetry, terrestrial laser scanning, point-cloud processing, Historic Building Information Modelling (HBIM), artificial intelligence, digital twins, and immersive visualization. He has conducted systematic research on digital heritage documentation, AI-assisted deterioration detection, risk assessment, conservation decision-making, and heritage value interpretation. He has led several research projects in Italy and funded by the European Union and has contributed to numerous conservation projects involving nationally significant cultural heritage sites in China. His work has received several UNESCO-related awards. Dr. Guiye Lin is committed to integrating digital research with design practice and has developed a comprehensive framework encompassing “data acquisition, intelligent analysis, digital modelling, design transformation, and public communication.” Through spatial design, visual storytelling, and interactive technologies, he translates cultural heritage values into accessible, engaging, and participatory experiences. His work advances heritage conservation beyond technical preservation towards greater public understanding and adaptive revitalization while extending digital heritage research into exhibition design, public education, and cultural innovation.