The future challenge in building construction involves formulating a new approach that reconciles the technical lifespan of components –encompassing their replacement and supplementation– alongside the service life of a building and maximum variability of its use. The question arises: How can the supporting structure and functional levels of the building envelope be integrated under these constraints? And what implications does this have for collaboration between planners and industry to develop solutions for Design for Manufacturing, Assembly and Disassembly?

From these inquiries, two primary research areas can be identified within the professorship:

• The advancement of technological options and strategies for a resource-oriented transformation of existing buildings.
• The design and production of new integrated building systems using digital tools for future circular construction practices.

In this context, the use of resources, a shift towards a circular construction method, enhanced resilience against future climate impacts, and a high level of prefabrication are particularly significant in developing new building envelopes.