Nadine Kuhla von Bergmann

Dr. Nadine Kuhla von Bergmann is a Lecturer at the Stuttgart University of Applied Sciences, Institute of Architecture, where she teaches in the Master's program 'Smart City Solutions'. She serves as Module Responsible for courses on global urban challenges, smart design principles, and urban data platforms. Previously, she was Managing Director of 'Creative Climate Cities' (2018–2020), a Berlin-based agency for digital urban development. Her research focuses on climate-resilient urban futures, citizen-driven initiatives, and digital strategies for sustainable cities.

Education:

• Dr.-Ing., TU Berlin (2017): 'Urban Change Agents: Citizen-based projects in Cape Town'
• Diploma in Architecture, Berlin-Weißensee Art Academy

Research Interests: She investigates how digital tools and citizen engagement can drive equitable, climate-friendly urban transformation. Her work bridges architecture, urban planning, and climate science, with case studies in Berlin, Ludwigsburg, and Cape Town.

Advising & Projects:

• Supervised four Master's theses (2019/20) on topics like digital decision-making tools, EU smart city funding, urban water management, and autonomous transit systems.
• Case studies: Siemensstadt Berlin (2018–2020) and Smart City Ludwigsburg (2018–2020).

Labs/Teams: Active in 'Creative Climate Cities' and collaborative projects with municipal governments (e.g., City of Ludwigsburg).