Beate Niemann

Beate Niemann is a Professor at the School of Architecture, Wismar University of Applied Sciences. Her work focuses on urban design, sustainable architecture, and climate-resilient planning. She has supervised numerous student projects addressing global challenges such as resource scarcity and climate change, including notable works like "Hydro Metropole" and "The Productive City."

• Email: beate.niemann@hs-wismar.de

Her research explores integrating ecological principles into urban development, with a focus on waterfront revitalization and adaptive reuse of historical structures. Projects like "Waterfront Flensburg – Revitalization of the East Harbor" and "Converting Alicante - The City and the Water" highlight her expertise in designing cities that respond to environmental shifts.

Scientific awards include the 2nd Place Kurt von Fritz Prize from the Friedrich Ebert Foundation. She collaborates with student assistants such as Marie Elfert and Magdalena Huch, guiding thesis works and design competitions.