NEB Concepts

Markus Reymann pt 1

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:44:41 GMT

Markus Reymann, co-director of TBA21, shares his journey from theatre to contemporary art and marine conservation. He discusses the transformative power of art, the role of storytelling in advocacy, and how his organisation integrates science, policy, and artistic practice to engage with pressing environmental issues.

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Markus Reymann pt 2

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:44:03 GMT

Whose knowledge matters? Markus Reymann challenges the traditional hierarchy of expertise, advocating for the inclusion of local and indigenous knowledge in environmental decision-making. He explores how meaningful community engagement differs from box-ticking exercises and how art can bridge different ways of knowing.

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Markus Reymann pt 3

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:43:26 GMT

Can art shape international politics? Markus Reymann traces the origins of TBA21 to Cold War-era cultural exchanges, where art was used as a diplomatic tool. He explains how these early ideas of cultural diplomacy evolved into a contemporary art foundation with a radical commitment to environmental and social change.

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Markus Reymann pt 4

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:42:47 GMT

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.

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Markus Reymann pt 5

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:42:02 GMT

How can we rethink our relationship with technology? Markus Reymann explores Europe's distinct approach to digital sovereignty and sustainability, contrasting it with Silicon Valley’s extractive model. He discusses the role of digital tools in mapping, storytelling, and ecological planning, while questioning whether technology should lead or follow human thought.

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Markus Reymann pt 6

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:41:28 GMT

How do we make people care? Markus Reymann reflects on the challenges of capturing public attention in the digital age, where constant scrolling erodes deep engagement. He shares how his Venice-based project Ocean Space uses public programming, participatory art, and unconventional approaches to spark a deeper connection with the marine environment.

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Mia Roth-Čerina pt 1

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:40:09 GMT

Mia Roth-Čerina, architect and professor at the University of Zagreb, discusses the evolving role of architectural education in addressing climate change, circularity, and inclusivity. She explores how the New European Bauhaus provides a framework for redefining design practice, particularly in South European contexts, and how architectural pedagogy must adapt to a rapidly changing world.

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Mia Roth-Čerina pt 2

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:39:26 GMT

What does it mean to design for more than just humans? Mia Roth-Čerina explores how architecture can create spaces that respond to natural environments rather than dominate them. She discusses her work in the wetlands, the idea of "post-human" design, and how structures can serve both ecological and human needs while maintaining a delicate balance between presence and invisibility.

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Mia Roth-Čerina pt 3

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:38:38 GMT

Can architecture exist without the compulsion to build? Mia Roth-Čerina discusses the themes of her book Designing and Coexistence, which challenges the drive for constant newness in architecture. She explores ideas of mutualism, the importance of repurposing rather than replacing, and how speculative design can help reimagine the future of urban and rural spaces.

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Mia Roth-Čerina pt 4

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:37:43 GMT

What do architecture graduates actually do? Mia Roth-Čerina shares insights from her research into the shifting roles of architects in contemporary society. She examines how architectural education must move beyond rigid structures to foster adaptability, collaboration, and problem-solving, and considers what a truly forward-thinking curriculum might look like.

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Mia Roth-Čerina pt 5

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:36:45 GMT

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.

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Frank van der Hoeven pt 1

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:35:22 GMT

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.

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Frank van der Hoeven pt 2

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:33:20 GMT

How can architectural research be made more accessible? Frank van der Hoeven traces his journey from urban design to European research coordination, explaining how open science can connect architects, researchers, and the public. He discusses why architecture shouldn't hide behind paywalls, the importance of publishing in language people actually read, and how transparency in design benefits society.

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Frank van der Hoeven pt 3

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:31:06 GMT

Should everyday citizens have a say in urban planning? Frank van der Hoeven challenges the idea that only architects and planners are the experts, arguing that those who live in a place are, in many ways, more knowledgeable than those designing it. He also explores how AI is changing architectural design, the rise of co-creation, and his own experience working on the iconic Erasmus Bridge in Rotterdam.

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Frank van der Hoeven pt 4

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:30:22 GMT

Massive infrastructure projects—from bridges to industrial ports—pose some of the toughest sustainability challenges. Frank van der Hoeven discusses the transformation of Rotterdam’s vast petrochemical hub, the role of bio-based solutions, and the difficult balance between economic transition and environmental responsibility. He also reflects on the strange beauty of industrial landscapes and what might come next for Europe’s largest port.

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Andreja Kutnar pt 1

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:28:35 GMT

Andreja Kutnar, wood scientist and professor at the University of Primorska, shares her journey from growing up in a carpentry workshop to leading cutting-edge research on renewable materials. She explores the science behind wood as a construction material, its advantages over steel and concrete, and why understanding its properties is essential for architects and engineers.

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Andreja Kutnar pt 2

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:27:59 GMT

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.

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Andreja Kutnar pt 3

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:27:22 GMT

Can forests have digital twins? Andreja Kutnar explores how technology is revolutionising forestry and timber construction, from tracking trees via satellite to embedding sensors in buildings. She explains how digital tools help ensure sustainable forest management, prevent illegal logging, and provide real-time data on material performance.

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Andreja Kutnar pt 4

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:26:44 GMT

Are wooden buildings a fire risk? Andreja Kutnar challenges common myths about timber construction, explaining why fire resistance is actually one of wood’s strengths. She also discusses the real concern—water damage—and how digital monitoring, careful construction, and skilled labour are crucial to ensuring long-lasting, safe wooden structures.

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Andreja Kutnar pt 5

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:26:06 GMT

What role should policy play in promoting sustainable materials? Andreja Kutnar highlights the importance of education, regulation, and public awareness in shifting construction towards more sustainable practices. She explores the potential for material banks, circularity in timber buildings, and the policies that can help ensure that renewable resources are used responsibly.

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Jan Bunge pt 1

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:24:34 GMT

Jan Bunge, a trained landscape architect turned digital strategist, discusses the power of narrative in urban planning. He explains how real-time 3D environments and interactive simulations help decision-makers, stakeholders, and the public understand complex urban projects. With a background in both design and communication, he explores why the way we present ideas is just as important as the ideas themselves.

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Jan Bunge pt 2

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:23:50 GMT

Can we create a complete digital model of a city? Jan Bunge examines the promise and limitations of digital twins, discussing how data-driven urban planning can optimise resources and reduce waste. He argues that while a perfect digital twin is impossible, integrating fragmented data into a shared understanding of cities is the key to better decision-making.

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Jan Bunge pt 3

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:23:12 GMT

How do we build better cities when decision-making is short-term and profit-driven? Jan Bunge reflects on the challenges of property development, risk aversion, and the barriers to innovation in the built environment. He considers whether public administration could once again become a space for radical, forward-thinking urbanism, and what role the New European Bauhaus can play in shifting priorities.

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Jan Bunge pt 4

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:22:12 GMT

Should non-experts help design cities? Jan Bunge explores how real-time interactive tools are changing public consultation, allowing communities to shape their environments in ways never before possible. From game-engine-driven urban planning to AI-assisted design, he discusses the delicate balance between expert knowledge and democratic participation in shaping the future of our cities.

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Matti Kuittinen pt 1

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:20:56 GMT

Matti Kuittinen, professor at Aalto University and former policymaker at Finland’s Ministry of the Environment, discusses the intersection of architecture, education, and government. He reflects on the role of policymakers in shaping sustainable construction and whether the building industry can move beyond damage control to become a positive force for the planet.

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Matti Kuittinen pt 2

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:20:14 GMT

How do we design for an unpredictable future? Matti Kuittinen shares insights from his work in disaster-prone regions, including Haiti and Japan, to explore how architecture can build resilience. He examines the role of city planning in mitigating climate-related risks and the political challenges of long-term thinking in an era of short-term governance.

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Matti Kuittinen pt 3

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:19:25 GMT

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.

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Matti Kuittinen pt 4

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:18:40 GMT

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.

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Matti Kuittinen pt 5

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:17:55 GMT

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.

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Sheela Patel pt 1

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:15:48 GMT

Sheela Patel, founder of SPARC and a leading voice on urban informality, shares how decades of work with migrant communities in Mumbai shaped her understanding of survival, resilience, and the structural barriers facing the urban poor. She discusses the politics of displacement, the failures of city planning, and why informal settlements should be seen as solutions rather than problems.

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Sheela Patel pt 2

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:07:36 GMT

What does real empowerment look like? Sheela Patel explains how grassroots women’s networks have transformed not only their own communities but also the way governments and institutions engage with the urban poor. She reflects on how solidarity, rather than charity, leads to lasting change and how redefining leadership can challenge entrenched power structures.

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Sheela Patel pt 3

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:05:39 GMT

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.

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Sheela Patel pt 4

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:04:27 GMT

What does it mean to build for survival? Sheela Patel explores how extreme weather, poverty, and exclusion are forcing communities to innovate with whatever materials they have. She discusses the Roof Over Our Heads initiative, the role of digital tools in community learning, and how grassroots knowledge can shape more inclusive housing solutions.

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Sheela Patel pt 5

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:03:39 GMT

What can European cities learn from the resourcefulness of informal settlements? Sheela Patel explains Jugaad—the Indian concept of frugal innovation—and how it applies to housing, infrastructure, and urban resilience. She challenges the Western obsession with high-tech solutions and argues for a shift in mindset towards making better use of what we already have.

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Francesca Rizzo pt 1

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 21:26:04 GMT

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.

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Francesca Rizzo pt 2

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 21:25:04 GMT

What happens when architecture, urban studies, and design come together? Francesca Rizzo reflects on her unconventional path from multimedia communication and electronics to design-driven urban transformation. She highlights the importance of breaking down silos between disciplines and how cities can benefit from a more systemic, collaborative approach.

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Francesca Rizzo pt 3

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 21:23:54 GMT

Can digital twins help us plan better cities? Francesca Rizzo shares insights from projects that use technology to create digital models of urban spaces, from historic fountains to entire neighbourhoods. She explains how these tools can improve maintenance, support policy decisions, and help citizens visualise the impact of urban development.

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Davor Meersman pt 1

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 21:19:48 GMT

Davor Meersman, chair of the Futurecraft Foundation, discusses how digital tools, automation, and open-source architecture can transform the way we build. He explains how the construction industry lags behind in innovation, why interoperability is crucial for sustainable urban development, and how open digital platforms can make housing more affordable and accessible.

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Davor Meersman pt 2

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 21:18:48 GMT

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.

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Davor Meersman pt 3

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 21:17:45 GMT

How can AI help us build better cities? Davor Meersman explains how digital twins, LiDAR scanning, and neural networks can improve urban planning by preserving natural environments while optimising housing and infrastructure. He explores the challenges of balancing high-tech solutions with real-world urban complexity.

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Davor Meersman pt 4

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 21:17:00 GMT

Can the way we build houses help fight climate change? Davor Meersman discusses how wood construction can act as a carbon sink, the financial incentives behind carbon sequestration, and how open-source architecture can accelerate the shift to sustainable building practices. He also unpacks the economic models that could make nature-based materials the default choice in construction.

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Davor Meersman pt 5

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 21:16:09 GMT

Do we actually need more buildings? Davor Meersman responds to the argument that we should stop new construction altogether and instead retrofit existing spaces. He examines the environmental costs of traditional materials like concrete and steel, the risks of toxic building materials, and why he believes sustainable new construction must be part of the solution.

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Davor Meersman pt 6

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 21:15:22 GMT

What if anyone could help design their own neighbourhood? Davor Meersman lays out his vision for a future where open-source architecture, AI-assisted design, and participatory urban planning empower communities to shape their own environments. He discusses how new digital tools can make urban development more democratic and responsive to real human needs.

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Aase Højlund Nielsen pt 1

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 21:13:58 GMT

Aase Højlund Nielsen, coordinator of the DESIRE project at Bloxhub in Copenhagen, discusses how citizen participation shapes sustainable urbanisation. She explores the role of public engagement in the green transition, the importance of matching expertise with lived experience, and the challenges of making systemic change feel relevant and accessible to communities.

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Aase Højlund Nielsen pt 2

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 21:13:03 GMT

How do digital tools support community engagement? Aase Højlund Nielsen explains the role of technology in urban planning, the importance of adapting strategies for different cultures, and how Copenhagen’s unique context influences innovation. She also reflects on the limitations of replicating solutions across different regions and the need for meaningful, localised approaches.

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Aase Højlund Nielsen pt 3

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 21:12:03 GMT

How do we make sustainability the preferred choice? Aase Højlund Nielsen discusses the role of aesthetics in urban transformation, the power of art in community building, and the different approaches taken across Europe to integrate beauty and function into sustainable development. She explores how design can create spaces people actively want to engage with rather than feel obligated to support.

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Aase Højlund Nielsen pt 4

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 21:11:15 GMT

Can disagreements drive progress? Aase Højlund Nielsen shares how conflict within collaborative projects can be a powerful force for innovation. She reflects on the challenges of aligning different perspectives in the DESIRE project, the importance of open debate, and how artistic and ecological principles can be used as shared languages to shape the built environment.

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Roberto Cavallo pt 1

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 21:07:40 GMT

Roberto Cavallo, associate professor at TU Delft, reflects on his journey from Italy to the Netherlands and the cultural differences in architecture and education across Europe. He explores how national identity shapes architectural practice, the evolution of European design thinking, and the growing interconnectedness of the profession.

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Roberto Cavallo pt 2

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 21:06:46 GMT

Should architecture education be standardised across Europe? Roberto Cavallo argues for a balance between universal design principles and the unique characteristics of local environments. He discusses the strength of European diversity in placemaking, the importance of mobility in education, and how young designers can position themselves in an evolving profession.

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Roberto Cavallo pt 3

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 21:05:18 GMT

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.

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Roberto Cavallo pt 4

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 21:03:07 GMT

The DigiNEB project is mapping digital tools for architects and designers, but what happens next? Roberto Cavallo explores the role of technology in design, the challenges of accessibility and affordability, and the potential for digital tools to connect professionals across Europe. He also reflects on the balance between digital efficiency and the need for hands-on design thinking.

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Roberto Cavallo pt 5

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 21:02:14 GMT

Education is no longer confined to the classroom. Roberto Cavallo discusses the shift towards participatory, learner-centred approaches in architecture, the rise of informal education through digital platforms, and the need for safe spaces where students can experiment and learn from failure. He also examines how institutions can open up to a broader audience through lifelong learning initiatives.

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Roberto Cavallo pt 6

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 21:00:45 GMT

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.

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