Stefan Wülser

Stefan Wülser is a Professor at the Institute of Architecture (IAR) within the Lucerne School of Engineering and Architecture (T&A) at Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts (HSLU). He holds a dual role as an academic and practicing architect, with extensive experience in architectural education and professional practice.

Educational Background:

• 1998–2002: Teaching as a building draftsman
• 2002: Berufsmaturität (vocational maturity)
• 2002–2007: Architecture studies at FH Luzern
• 2008: Workshops at the Architectural Association (AA) in London and guest studies in art history/philosophy

Research & Interests: Focuses on sustainable architecture, material innovation (e.g., Gusslehmpavillon project), and the intersection of cultural heritage with contemporary spatial practices. Engages in architectural education through pedagogical experiments and collaborative design frameworks.

Key Contributions:

• Founder of Wülser Bechtel Architekten GmbH (2015)
• Co-initiator of NW?WI, a platform for contemporary spatial practice
• Publications in Archithese, Werk, and other journals since 2020

Awards & Recognition:

• Finalist Swiss Art Award Architektur (2023)

Teaching & Projects: Leads courses in bachelor/master theses and focuses on architectural design synthesis. Collaborates with institutions like ETH Zürich, IUAV Venice, and HEAD Geneva. Recent projects include the Prototyp Gusslehmpavillon (2024) with Oxara.