Kerstin Schultz

Professor Kerstin Schultz is a faculty member at Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences, where she holds an endowed professorship in Interior Construction, Conversion, Color and Design since 2008. She serves as Head of the Study Program for Architecture and Interior Design and teaches courses including Colour and Space, Colour Theory I and II, Integral Finishing, Interior Design, and Design.

Her research focuses on the intersection of interior construction, color theory, and spatial design. Professor Schultz explores how color functions within architectural spaces, particularly examining color reflections in daylight rooms and the application of color in both surface and three-dimensional space. Her work bridges theoretical color concepts with practical architectural implementation, emphasizing the psychological and perceptual impacts of color in built environments.

Professor Schultz has published extensively on architectural color theory and construction techniques, with her most significant works including 'Farbe räumlich denken' (2018) and 'Leichte Räume' (2016), along with the comprehensive SCALE book series (2009-2015) covering various aspects of architectural design and construction. Her publications consistently address the relationship between color, space, and construction methodology.

• Bauwelt Prize 'The First House' (2000)
• BDA Prize for Young Architects in Hesse (2000, 2006)
• Joseph Maria Olbrich Plaque, Darmstadt (2003, 2008)
• Exemplary Buildings in the State of Hesse Awards (2014, 2020)
• Martin Elsaesser Plaque (2008-2013)

Professor Schultz has served as an expert judge at numerous architectural competitions and has been actively involved in various professional committees including the Examination Commission at her university. She has also founded and led significant professional initiatives such as the Architektursommers Darmstadt e.V. (2007-2020) and has participated in numerous international workshops, exhibitions, and symposia on urban space staging and development.

Her professional practice extends beyond academia through her architectural firm liquid Architekten, which she co-founded in 1998 and which has received multiple awards for innovative design work.