Stefan Holzer

Stefan Holzer is a Full Professor at the Department of Architecture, ETH Zürich, and Head of the Institute for Preservation and Construction History. His research focuses on medieval, Early Modern, and 19th-century architecture, with a special emphasis on historical timber and masonry construction techniques. He combines structural analysis with archival research to uncover building processes and heritage significance.

• Specialist in heritage preservation and construction history
• Key affiliations: ICOMOS, Construction History Society

His educational background includes:

• Civil Engineering studies at TU München (1982–1987)
• Doctorate in numerical mechanics (1992, TU München)

Recent publications explore interdisciplinary topics in historic building technology, including 3D laser scanning of the Stockholm Public Library and dendrochronological studies of the Basilica of St Anthony in Padua. His work bridges academic research with practical conservation engineering.

Scientific contributions include:

• 5 monographic books since 2008
• Leadership in Federal Expert (BAK) and scientific boards of Construction History Journal and Aedificare

He supervises doctoral students such as Laura Carmona López, Martina Diaz, and Jasmin Schäfer, with projects ranging from medieval bridges to Baroque roof structures. His team conducts fieldwork, archival studies, and material analyses to advance understanding of historic construction techniques.