Roemer van Toorn

Roemer van Toorn is a Professor of Architectural Theory at the Umeå School of Architecture, Umeå University. His research focuses on architecture's role in emancipation, ecology, and cosmopolitical frameworks, emphasizing radical hospitality and Thirdspace theory. Van Toorn holds a PhD from the Estonian Academy of Arts (2022) and a dual background in architecture and engineering from TU Delft. He leads the PhD program at UMA and coordinates initiatives like the 'Relational Architecture' lecture series. His work bridges theory and practice through publications, exhibitions, and international collaborations.

Education:

• PhD in Architecture, Estonian Academy of Arts (2022)
• Architectural Engineering, TU Delft (Netherlands)

Research & Grants: Key projects include 'The Power of Gentleness in Architecture' (funded by UmArts) and co-edited volumes like Rethinking the Social in Architecture. His research addresses spatial justice, urban politics, and posthumanist frameworks.

Advising & Teams: Supervises PhD students in architectural theory and urban studies. Collaborates with institutions like ResArc and the Estonian Academy, leading interdisciplinary research groups.

Labs/Teams: Directs UMA's architectural theory program and co-founded the Berlage Institute PhD school. Active in global networks through lectures, curatorial work, and photographic exhibitions.