U. Pottgiesser

Prof. U. Pottgiesser is a Full Professor at Delft University of Technology’s Faculty of Architecture and the Built Environment, specializing in Heritage & Architecture. He concurrently holds roles including Vice President for Culture, Communication, and Internationalisation at Technische Hochschule Ostwestfalen-Lippe (2023–2028) and has held Full Professorships at Universiteit Antwerpen (2017–2019) and multiple German institutions. His research focuses on Modern Built Heritage, Health in the Built Environment, and Co-creation methodologies, contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals such as sustainable cities and communities. He holds a PhD (Dr.-Ing.) from Technische Universität Dresden (2002) and a Diploma from Technical University of Berlin (1991).

Research Interests

His work bridges technical and cultural dimensions of architecture, emphasizing:

• Modern Heritage Preservation: Digital documentation, HBIM, and adaptive reuse strategies for modernist structures.
• Urban Well-being: Linking green spaces, design quality, and public health through interdisciplinary approaches.
• Co-Creation Practices: Community-driven solutions for heritage revitalization and urban regeneration.

Recent Research Trends

Recent publications (2023–2025) highlight:

• Applications of digital technologies in heritage risk management and conservation (e.g., Dubai case studies).
• Systematic reviews on occupant satisfaction in office spaces and green infrastructure health impacts.
• Global explorations of modernist architecture in Africa, Ukraine, and conflict-affected regions.

Academic Leadership

• Editor of DOCOMOMO Journal (2023–present).
• Supervised 2 academic works and leads international research networks (e.g., COST Action TU1403).

Labs & Collaborations

Active in DOCOMOMO global initiatives, focusing on collaborative heritage inventories and open science platforms. Engages in multidisciplinary projects with institutions like TU Dresden, Universiteit Antwerpen, and international urban planning bodies.