CONNECTING EDUCATION

The Langeveld Building is a beautiful example of an institutional design where sustainability, innovation and student well-being is kept at the forefront.

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Langeveld Building, named after Henny Langeveld, the first female professor at Erasmus University Rotterdam, redefines sustainable learning spaces with a focus on innovation, nature, and student well-being. Completed at the heart of the campus boulevard, it merges biophilic design with cutting-edge environmental technology, such as the revolutionary 'Powered by Nature' ventilation system inspired by termite mounds. With its treehouse atrium, abundant greenery, and flexible study areas, this BREEAM-Outstanding building (91.5 per cent) not only minimises its environmental impact but also creates a dynamic, home-like sanctuary for students to thrive.

A tribute to Henny Langeveld (1926-2004), the Langeveld Building symbolises the university's commitment to revolutionary educational practices. Centrally located on their campus boulevard, it serves as a sanctuary for students to ground and centre themselves amidst their hectic lives.

DESIGNING FOR STUDENTS