Volker Kleinekort

Professor Volker Kleinekort is an architect and urban planner at the RheinMain University of Applied Sciences, specializing in urban planning since 2009. He leads the Building with Existing Structures master's program and teaches courses on urban and housing design in the bachelor's program. His work emphasizes contemporary urban challenges, focusing on public space, infrastructure, and sustainable development.

• Academic Rank: Professor
• Department: Urban Planning

His research explores the intersection of urban identity, spatial models, and infrastructural innovation. Key themes include the revitalization of inner cities, the role of settlements in modern urbanism, and the use of design as a research tool.

Recent publications (2025-2016) reflect trends in urban contingency, public space theory, and reflexive design practices. Topics range from Lisbon's urban topography to the epistemological foundations of architectural knowledge. Articles often integrate interdisciplinary perspectives bridging theory with practical implementation.