Angelika Juppien

Professor Angelika Juppien holds a prominent academic role at the Institute of Architecture within the Lucerne School of Engineering and Architecture at Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts. Her work bridges architectural practice with urban research, focusing on housing quality, spatial planning, and intermediary spaces. She leads research initiatives such as Baukultur konkret and Small Pleasures, exploring innovative living concepts and urban density challenges.

Education includes a Dipl.-Ing. in Architecture from RWTH Aachen (1985–1992) and studies at the University of Portsmouth (1989–1990). Her career spans architectural practice with firms like Von Gerkan, Marg und Partner, and part-time teaching roles since 2001. She currently serves on the board of Wohnwerk Luzern and actively participates in urban governance initiatives.

Her research emphasizes the socio-spatial dimensions of housing, including public-private interfaces and urban regeneration. Key projects include evaluating Luzern’s Industriestrasse and analyzing participatory planning approaches. She has authored award-winning architectural publications and frequently presents at international conferences on topics like urban transformation and housing sociology.