Research Centre for Built Environment NoorderRuimte

The Research Centre for Built Environment NoorderRuimte is dedicated to practice-based research focused on the built environment in the Northern Netherlands. Our work is structured around four key themes: Earthquakes, Sustainability, Health & Well-being, and Liveability. We are driven by a shared passion for improving the design of our living spaces for people. Our research environment fosters collaboration among professors of applied sciences, researchers, students, and industry professionals, all working together to address current, real-world challenges in the built environment. In recognition of our commitment to excellence, NoorderRuimte Knowledge Centre was awarded the designation 'excellent' for the second consecutive time during the national assessment in 2025. We bring together expertise across multiple professorships, including Structural Safety & Earthquakes, Sustainable Built Environment, Climate Adaptation, Living Environment in Transition, Facility Management, Healthy Cities, and Real Estate.