The Institute
The Institute of Building Research & Innovation (IBRI) was founded by Renate Hammer and Peter Holzer in 2013 with the aim of advancing research in the field of human-centric building research. Since then, the institute has developed into a thriving hub of researchers, committed to change, open collaboration and the exchange of knowledge beyond political or corporate agendas.
Through a broad network of partners, we work nationally and internationally with universities, public institutions, housing and property developers, architectural firms, and many other stakeholders. These collaborations allow us to address complex challenges from multiple perspectives and to translate research into practical solutions.
At the core of our work is a cooperative and practice-oriented approach to exploring how the built environment can become more sustainable, equitable, and future-ready. By working closely with our partners, we develop informed and responsible solutions that respond to today’s challenges while shaping the spaces of tomorrow.
(Team)
Patryk Czarnecki, MSc
Researcher
Arch. Dipl.-Ing. Dr. Renate Hammer, MAS
CEO, Partner, Senior Researcher
Susanne Hofer, MSc
Researcher
Dipl.-Ing. Dr. Peter Holzer
Partner, Senior Researcher
Melanie Krestan
Management Assistant
Maximilian Oberzaucher, BSc
Junior Researcher
Andreas Pummer, MSc
Researcher
Johannes Pscheidl
Student Assistant
Dipl.-Ing. Philipp Stern
Partner, Researcher
Dipl.-Ing. Felix Wimmer, BSc
Partner, Researcher
Tabea Wonnebauer, MA
Research Assistant
Alice Wrbka
Student Assistant
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