Lecture: Take Responsibility – Act Now!

The world, Europe and also the Netherlands are undergoing significant changes on various fronts, as we experience daily (war, climate, CO2, social inequalities). These developments in turn affect the role of the architect as well, where traditionally it seems to become less prominent. However, this actually presents an opportunity for the architect to embrace a renewed role.

During the inspiring lecture by Robert Winkel, we will delve deeper into how this new role can take shape. He shares insights on how he himself has strengthened his position and taken responsibility by taking on the role of client and acting accordingly. Robert will illustrate his lecture using the SAWA project in Rotterdam, an inspiring example of how architecture can have a positive impact on the community, environment and climate. It promises to be a fascinating exploration of the possibilities of operating proactively and responsibly as an architect in a rapidly changing world.