Christian Raabe

Christian Raabe serves as Professor at RWTH Aachen University, leading the Department of Monument Conservation and Historical Building Research. Based at the Reiff-Museum (Schinkelstr. 1, Room R105.1, Aachen), his work centers on preserving cultural heritage through advanced historical building analysis and conservation methodologies.

His research spans critical domains in architectural preservation, including:

• Material science in historical structures
• Digital documentation of monuments
• Seismic retrofitting of heritage buildings
• Traditional craftsmanship revival
• Climate adaptation for historic sites
• Legal frameworks for conservation

Prof. Raabe's contributions bridge academic research with practical conservation, influencing policy and international heritage standards through his department's fieldwork and technical innovations.