Welcome

Anne Loes Nillesen is a prominent figure in the field of urban design, particularly recognized for her work on climate adaptation strategies in urban environments. She is a professor of Urban Design at the Delft University of Technology and the founding director of the urban design office Defacto. Her expertise is particularly noted in interdisciplinary urban design projects that tackle urban transitions and adaptations related to climate change, sea-level rise, and circular economy among other areas.

Nillesen’s approach is characterized by her use of research-by-design to inform strategies and policies, including significant projects like the Dutch Delta Programme. Her work emphasizes system analyses and stakeholder involvement, which are integral to developing sustainable urban environments in the face of climatic challenges. She has also been involved in urban design projects across various scales, from local to regional projects in cities and regions like Rotterdam.

She has published several books and articles that explore the integration of urban design and flood risk management strategies, demonstrating her commitment to both the theoretical and practical aspects of urban resilience.

Her work showcases a profound understanding of how urban design can be leveraged to address complex challenges posed by climate change and urbanization, making significant contributions to the field of urban planning and design both in the Netherlands and internationally.

Impressions from the exhibition of Designing the Netherlands: 100 Years of Past and Present Futures

Some impressions and happy faces from the venue

Some sketches of the third day

Sketches A-F

Sketches G-R

Sketches S-Y