Next to Bauhaus

Being an architect in today's world means taking responsibility for a fundamental change in planning and construction. The construction and operation of buildings are now responsible for 40 percent of CO2 emissions on our planet, and climate change is already being felt. Global supply chains and economic interconnections are proving to be far less resilient than assumed just ten years ago. Therefore, a shift in thinking must begin in education if architects want to contribute to sustainable practices on construction sites in the long term and, ideally, realize regenerative building projects. This publication offers a comprehensive insight into contemporary architectural education. Former university professor Natascha Meuser addresses young students who wish to learn the fundamentals of building culture and planning, as well as educators seeking new pedagogical approaches. Students contemplating a degree in architecture will also find valuable information here. The didactically structured compendium covers essential aspects of architectural education, from the history and development of interior architecture to the importance of design responsibility and a passion for architectural detail.