UTSOA Lecture Series: Stefan Behnisch, "Concepts and Ideas," March 17, 2014

Stefan Behnisch is the founding Partner of Behnisch Architekten. He is a world-renowned advocate and educator of sustainable building design, and has lectured at conferences all over the world. Behnisch’s goal—to connect the forces of human life and the natural environment—fuels the design of every commission his firm receives. Since founding Behnisch, Behnisch & Partner in 1989 (now known as Behnisch Architekten), Stefan has directed the design of dynamic, award-winning buildings that promote sustainability within the built environment. With a design portfolio that includes master planning, public buildings, healthcare clinics, sports facilities, redevelopment, offices, educational facilities, and museums, Stefan strives to design inclusive buildings that provide maximum benefit to all users. His innovative approach to sustainable architecture is highly acknowledged in Europe, North America, and all over the world, and his buildings have been honored by prestigious institutions and industry organizations alike.