Silke Straub-Beutin

Prof. Silke Straub-Beutin is a Professor of Building Construction at the University of Applied Sciences Potsdam and Head of the Master's programme in Building Conservation and Construction in Existing Contexts. She serves on the Faculty Council of the Civil Engineering Department and is a student advisor. Her professional background includes founding Straub Beutin Architekten (1996), specializing in public-sector projects, listed buildings, and accessibility. She holds membership in the Berlin and Bavarian Chambers of Architects.

Education:

• Diploma in Architecture, TU Berlin (1992)
• Guest semester at Carlton University, Ottawa (1991)
• Guest year at Berlin University of the Arts (1989)

Research Focus: Her work emphasizes sustainable planning in construction, building conservation within heritage contexts, barrier-free design for accessibility, and adaptive reuse of existing structures. She integrates practical architectural experience into academic research on urban resilience and inclusive environments.

Publications: Her featured building projects (1998–2017) appear in architectural anthologies, focusing on residential, educational, and heritage conservation themes. Recurring topics include sustainable urban living, adaptive reuse of spaces, and community-centered design solutions.

Awards/Grants: No awards or grants listed.

Professional Committees: Member of 'Planning and Building in Existing Contexts' and 'Barrier-free Planning and Building' committees (Berlin Chamber of Architects, 2005–2006).