Topic: New European Bauhaus
Andreja Kutnar pt 2 – The New European Bauhaus and Rebuilding with Nature
How do we integrate nature into our cities? Andreja Kutnar discusses the role of the New European Bauhaus in reshaping the built environment with sustainable materials. She explains how timber construction can contribute to climate change mitigation and why we need to rethink our approach to urban planning, housing, and resource use to create healthier living spaces.
New European Bauhaus Sustainability Building materials and techniques Environmental conservation Circular economy Digitalization and innovationDavor Meersman pt 2 – Wicked Problems: Migration, Housing, and Climate Change
What do affordable housing, migration, and climate change have in common? Davor Meersman explores how these interlinked crises require systemic solutions rather than isolated fixes. He shares insights from his research into urbanisation and global inequality, explaining why technological innovation alone isn’t enough—and how cities must rethink how they grow and develop.
New European Bauhaus Urban design and development Technology integration Social renewal and societal change Community engagement Systems thinkingFrancesca Rizzo pt 1 – Design, Participation, and the New European Bauhaus
Francesca Rizzo, professor at Politecnico di Milano, explores the role of design in the New European Bauhaus. She discusses how participatory methods can empower citizens to shape their environments, why sustainability must be both functional and aesthetically appealing, and how designers can bridge the gap between policy and everyday life.
New European Bauhaus Sustainability Inclusion Human-centered design Community engagement Ecosystem approachFrank van der Hoeven pt 1 – DigiNEB and the Digital Future of the Built Environment
Frank van der Hoeven, research director at TU Delft Faculty of Architecture and the Built Environment and coordinator of the DigiNEB project, discusses how digital tools are shaping the future of architecture and urban planning. He reflects on the origins of the New European Bauhaus initiative, its role in uniting sustainability, cultural identity, and social equity, and the challenges of integrating digital technologies into the traditionally hands-on field of design.
New European Bauhaus Sustainability Cultural heritage and diversity Social renewal and societal change Architectural education and practice Digitalization and innovationMarkus Reymann pt 4 – The New European Bauhaus, Inclusion, and the Ocean as a Continuum
The New European Bauhaus isn't just about architecture. Markus Reymann discusses how the initiative can redefine inclusion—not just for people, but for non-human species and ecosystems. He explains his work on coastal governance models that incorporate "speakers for the living," ensuring that marine environments have a voice in decision-making.
New European Bauhaus Inclusion Sustainability Human Centered Design Ecosytem approach Nature-based solutionsMatti Kuittinen pt 3 – The Future of Architecture: Values, Optimism, and the Built Environment
Can architecture help shift society’s values? Matti Kuittinen argues that to address the climate crisis, we need more than just new materials and policies—we need a fundamental change in how we view our relationship with the planet. He discusses posthumanism, biocentrism, and the role of architecture in creating a fairer, more sustainable future.
Climate change and adaptation New European Bauhaus European collaboration and policy Cultural heritage and diversity Art and culture Aesthetics Environmental conservationMatti Kuittinen pt 4 – Beyond Borders: The New European Bauhaus and a Global Perspective
Is the New European Bauhaus a uniquely European movement? Matti Kuittinen challenges the idea of national boundaries in design, arguing that the initiative must address planetary-scale challenges. He considers how the movement can influence global construction culture, how European policies compare with international efforts, and what role architecture might play in the far future—even beyond Earth.
Sustainability Resource management and efficiency Lifecycle thinking and long-term planning European collaboration and policy New European Bauhaus Human-centered designMatti Kuittinen pt 5 – Aesthetics, Circularity, and the Case for Ugly Buildings
Can we learn to love ugly buildings? Matti Kuittinen redefines aesthetics in the context of sustainability, arguing that the most climate-friendly buildings might not always be the most beautiful by traditional standards. He explores how we can rethink materials, reuse existing structures, and create a built environment that aligns with the planet’s limits while remaining desirable.
Sustainability Climate change and adaptation Lifecycle thinking and long-term planning Circular economy Interdisciplinary approach New European BauhausMia Roth-Čerina pt 5 – Technology, AI, and the Role of Data in Design
Is the digital transformation of architecture making cities smarter or dumber? Mia Roth-Čerina discusses the role of AI, big data, and digital tools in urban planning, questioning whether an overreliance on quantifiable metrics risks erasing lived experience. She also explores the balance between technological innovation and the fundamental principles of good design.
Technology integration Sustainability Urban design and development Cultural heritage and diversity Adaptability New European BauhausRoberto Cavallo pt 3 – The New European Bauhaus: Connecting People, Places, and Professions
How can architecture address not just sustainability, but also aesthetics and inclusion? Roberto Cavallo breaks down the principles of the New European Bauhaus and how they shape the built environment. He discusses how designers must navigate economic realities, policymaking, and community engagement to create meaningful change.
New European Bauhaus Sustainability Inclusion Local and regional solutions Art and culture Aesthetics European collaboration and policyRoberto Cavallo pt 6 – What Comes After DigiNEB? The Future of the NEB Academy
What happens when EU-funded projects come to an end? Roberto Cavallo considers the long-term impact of DigiNEB, the potential of the NEB Academy, and how digital knowledge-sharing can support the future of sustainable design. He also discusses how European initiatives can foster lasting collaborations and new ways of thinking about architecture and urbanism.
New European Bauhaus AI and digital tools Knowledge sharing and dissemination Education innovation Sustainability Interdisciplinary approachSelma Harrington pt 2 – European Architecture and the New Bauhaus
What makes architecture distinctly European? Selma Harrington explores the cultural and ideological underpinnings of European architecture, discussing modernism, internationalism, and the New European Bauhaus initiative. She highlights the role of collaboration, sustainability, and community engagement in shaping a built environment that is both functional and meaningful.
European collaboration and policy New European Bauhaus Sustainability Community engagement Interdisciplinary approach Heritage preservationSheela Patel pt 3 – The New European Bauhaus and the Global South
Why is a community organiser from Mumbai advising the EU on architecture and design? Sheela Patel discusses her role on the New European Bauhaus high-level roundtable and how European policies influence—and sometimes harm—communities in the Global South. She challenges Europe to rethink its sustainability goals in a way that accounts for global responsibility rather than just local impact.
Sustainability New European Bauhaus Urban design and development Inclusion Lifecycle thinking and long-term planning European collaboration and policy