NEB Local Chapters

Territory: Brussels region

Coordinator(s): Alessandro Rancati (Livepods)

Members:

• Creative District
• Housing Europe
• Livepods
• Namahn 

Contact: https://brussels.neb-chapter.eu/contact-us  

Website: https://brussels.neb-chapter.eu/  

Description: 

The Brussels Chapter supports the initiative as a dynamic grassroots group. We aim at empowering citizens and organizations to understand, embrace, and practice the principles of the New European Bauhaus in their own neighbourhood.  

We volunteer our time and resources to support any entity who seriously commits to extend the New European Bauhaus vision in the Brussels region. We also serve as a bridge to other EU organizations, helping local actors to access like-minded partners in the EU and turn visionary ideas into tangible projects through strategic and regenerative design.  

The Brussels NEB Chapter is a founding partner of the European network of local chapters. We provide support by maintaining the collective website and the collaborative platform using open source technology hosted in the EU. 

If you are in Brussels and want to participate to or start a project using the New European Bauhaus values and principles, get in touch with us.  

Territory:  Occitanie region

Coordinator(s): Laura Rouffignac (Envirobat Occitanie) and Kareen Doan-Declomesnil (Région Occitanie)

Members: 

• Occitanie Region (Région Occitanie)
• Envirobat Occitanie - Network of stakeholders and resource center for sustainable construction and urban development in Occitanie
• French Agency for the Environment and Energy Management (Agence de l'environnement et de la maîtrise de l'énergie - ADEME)
• Regional delegation of the French state (Direction régionale de l'environnement, de l'aménagement et du logement Occitanie - DREAL Occitanie)
• Regional union of the Council of Architecture, Urban Planning and Environment (Union Régionale des Conseils d'Architecture, d'Urbanisme et de l'Environnement – Ur CAUE)
• Occitanie Region Transitions Laboratory (Lab’ des transitions)
• Regional council of the order of architects (Conseil Régional de l'Ordre des Architectes d’Occitanie - CROA Occitanie)
• House of Occitania Pyrenees Architecture (Maison de l’Architecture Occitanie-Pyrénées - MAOP)
• House of Occitania Mediterranean Architecture (Maison de l'Architecture Occitanie Méditerranée - MAOM) 

Contact: lrouffignacenvirobat-oc [dot] fr (lrouffignac[at]envirobat-oc[dot]fr) and kareen [dot] doanlaregion [dot] fr (kareen[dot]doan[at]laregion[dot]fr) 

Website: https://www.envirobat-oc.fr/new-european-bauhaus  

Description

The chapter is engaged on a range of activities, including the organisation of FestiNEB, and the development of documentary resources and project mapping. The chapter will also facilitate information sharing, host webinars and project visits, and issue a call for expressions of interest to identify NEB projects. 

Territory: Emilia-Romagna region 

Coordinator(s): Paola Valandro, (ART-ER)

Members:

• ART-ER S.Cons.p.A.
• Università di Bologna / C.R.I.C.C.
• Future Food Institute
• Sineglossa
• Fondazione Architetti Reggio Emilia
• Future Food Institute
• Comune di Soliera
• Comune di Campogalliano
• Comune di Imola
• Anako APS 

Contacts:paola [dot] valandroart-er [dot] it (paola[dot]valandro[at]art-er[dot]it) 

Website:https://emiliaromagna.neb-chapter.eu/  

Description

The NEB Local Chapter Emilia Romagna aims to promote a sustainable and inclusive transformation of the territory, acting as a driver of positive change, creating a more prosperous future for all communities in the region, in line with the values ​​and objectives of the New European Bauhaus, with an integrated and innovative approach.  

Connecting Cities and Peripheral Areas through the values ​​of the NEB … 

Our aim is to facilitate the connection and cooperation between urban and peripheral areas / internal areas, of Emilia Romagna, recognizing the importance of: 

• Strengthening relationships and synergies between the urban and peripheral dimensions, promoting circular and intergenerational cultural, economic-social collaboration;
• Supporting the development of infrastructures, services and architectures that improve the quality of life, contributing to the ecological and digital transition with new / different forms of living and enhancing local traditions and creativity;
• Supporting the regeneration processes of urban and peripheral areas, with particular attention to the cultural dimension as an enabling factor for sustainable and fair transformation, and a basis for involving local communities in participatory transformative processes that develop a sense of belonging and care for the territory;
• Promoting initiatives that encourage sustainable tourism, the resources of our Apennines and the Po plain, enhancing biodiversity, local excellence and creating economic opportunities for communities
• Encouraging more sustainable and environmentally friendly agriculture with the aim of continuing to produce excellence and safeguard the landscape, thanks to activities combining tradition, education, sales and tourism. 

… ​​with an integrated approach and innovative interventions 

Thanks to the diversity of our partners, we adopt an integrated approach to address the complex challenges of our regional ecosystem and respond to the new needs of communities with participatory actions and methodologies: 

• Promoting sustainable and innovative practices in agriculture, construction and urban planning, respecting natural cycles and enhancing local natural resources;
• Integrating technological and digital solutions to improve the efficiency, resilience and sustainability of our infrastructures and communities;
• Preserving and enhancing cultural and natural heritage, promoting healthy and sustainable lifestyles that foster conviviality and collective well-being;
• Developing a network of local actors such as public institutions, universities, research centers, architectural firms, businesses, non-profit organizations, local communities and citizens, to co-design and implement innovative and sustainable solutions;
• Stimulating the activation of living Labs and innovation hubs to experiment and spread practices of cultural and ecological regeneration, social innovation and sustainable development but also events, workshops, conferences and hackathons to promote active participation and the exchange of knowledge between the various stakeholders and between communities, encouraging the adoption of sustainable and circular practices and the creation of new business models. 

Territory: Norway 

Coordinator(s): Joana Sá Lima (InnoArch) 

Members: 

• InnoArch
• OsloMet – Oslo Metropolitan University
• SINTEF
• Comte Bureau
• Transborder Studio
• Radience 

Contact: joanacomte [dot] no (joana[at]comte[dot]no) 

Website:https://innoarch.no  

Description 

The NorArch Local Chapter aims to bridge local initiatives and national strategies under the NEB values of sustainability, inclusion, and aesthetics. This national scope enables cross-regional knowledge sharing, supports multi-scalar innovation, and creates opportunities to connect local Norwegian efforts with broader European networks. 

NorArch Local Chapter intends to unite Norway’s NEB community members and Building industry stakeholders into a cohesive, cross-sectoral network. It forms a nationwide collaborative framework designed to integrate the New European Bauhaus values, sustainability, inclusion, and aesthetics, into the heart of Norway’s built environment transformation. 

The Chapter covers the territory of Norway, reflecting its diverse urban, rural, and natural contexts. From Arctic settlements and coastal cities to inland communities and fjord landscapes, the Chapter aims to bridge local initiatives and national strategies, ensuring that innovation is both grounded and scalable. 

This national scope enables the Chapter to: 

• Facilitate cross-disciplinary innovation through collaboration among architects, designers, researchers, educators, industry professionals, and policymakers
• Share and scale sustainable and inclusive architectural practices that are adaptable to different regional realities
• Strengthen dialogue across sectors, sharing of challenges and solutions
• Deepen community engagement, rooting NEB values in everyday experiences and local identities 
  Promote cross-regional knowledge exchange and multi-level innovation, while connecting Norway’s efforts to broader European and global networks 

Planned events will be announced with focus as described below: 

1. Innovation Workshops: NorArch will lead Innovation Workshops grounded in co-creation, design thinking, and inclusive participatory methodologies. These workshops will be co-facilitated by our members in  Comte Bureau and OsloMet, both of which bring expertise in organizing participatory formats that merge design, architecture, social sciences, and education. With access to facilities capable of hosting up to 500 participants, NorArch is well-positioned to deliver high-impact, citizen-driven sessions. These workshops aim to bring together citizens, professionals, and policymakers to collaboratively address key societal challenges.
2. Exhibits Community: our members Transborder and Innoarch bring extensive experience in curatorial work and event production, making them ideally positioned to lead Exhibits within the NEB Local Chapter. With a proven track record of delivering high-quality exhibitions and public events, both organizations are equipped to curate impactful showcases that reflect NEB values.

• Hosted by different members on a rotational basis, allowing local flavor and flexibility.
• Organized simultaneously in multiple locations, creating a decentralized, yet connected experience across the country. 

The exhibitions will serve as platforms for storytelling, community engagement, and dissemination of innovative, design-led solutions focused on sustainability, inclusion, and beauty. 

3. NEB Norway Forums: The NEB Local Chapter in Norway will host two annual gatherings dedicated to ideation, collaboration, and strategic planning. These NEB Norway Forums will serve as a central space to: 

• Co-create and delegate upcoming projects, events, and initiatives.
• Discuss the inclusion of new members and develop clear mechanisms for outreach and integration.
• Share and disseminate ongoing projects, best practices, and collaborative outcomes.
• Foster transparent communication and information exchange within the community. 

These gatherings will reinforce the chapter’s commitment to openness, participation, and collective ownership—core principles of the New European Bauhaus.

Territory: Region of Coimbra, Portugal 

Coordinator(s): Prof. Delfim Leão, Vice-Rector for Culture, Communication and Open Science, University of Coimbra 

Members: 

• University of Coimbra / UC
• JACC – Jazz ao Centro Clube
• Itecons – Instituto de Investigação e Desenvolvimento Tecnológico para a Construção, Energia, Ambiente e Sustentabilidade
• Bonae Spei – Cultural Association and Youth Organisation
• CIM-RC – Comunidade Intermunicipal da Região de Coimbra
• Municipality of Coimbra
• Municipality of Condeixa-a-Nova
• Municipality of Góis
• Municipality of Penacova
• Municipality of Miranda do Corvo
• Municipality of Montemor-o-Velho
• Municipality of Arganil
• Municipality of Soure
• Municipality of Tábua
• Municipality of Oliveira do Hospital
• Municipality of Pampilhosa da Serra
• Cleanwatts Digital 

Contacts: vr [dot] delfim [dot] leaouc [dot] pt (vr[dot]delfim[dot]leao[at]uc[dot]pt); shiva [dot] saadatianuc [dot] pt (shiva[dot]saadatian[at]uc[dot]pt)  

Website:https://www.uc.pt/en/coimbra-bauhaus/  

Description

Coimbra Bauhaus is the officially recognised New European Bauhaus (NEB) Local Chapter for the Coimbra Region, acknowledged by the European Commission. Coordinated by the University of Coimbra, Coimbra Bauhaus brings together academic institutions, public authorities, cultural organisations, civil society actors and industry to foster regional collaboration around the core NEB values of sustainability, inclusion and aesthetics. 

Coimbra Bauhaus aims to promote dialogue, co-creation and experimentation at territorial level, supporting innovative projects and initiatives that reconnect communities with nature, strengthen a sense of belonging, and contribute to more inclusive, sustainable and beautiful living environments across the Coimbra Region. 

Territory: Region of Murcia, Spain 

Coordinator(s): Nuria Prior (EuroVértice) 

Members: Founding members: 

• EuroVértice
• Polytechnic University of Cartagena (UPCT)
• City of Murcia
• City of Lorquí
• City of Jumilla
• City of Santomera
• Federation of Municipalities of the Region of Murcia,
• Creacia,
• University of Murcia
• College of Architects of the Region of Murcia (COAMU).  

Contact:www.urbactivistas.eu 

Website:nuria [dot] prioreurovertice [dot] eu (nuria[dot]prior[at]eurovertice[dot]eu)  

Description

UrbACTivistas is the first Spanish NEB Local Chapter, operating as an open, self-governed collaborative platform for public administrations, academic institutions, businesses, NGOs, and citizens to co-create solutions advancing sustainability, inclusion, and beauty in the Region of Murcia. Planned activities include two public events per year in Murcia and Cartagena, two internal working sessions annually, a biannual newsletter, and an annual "NEB Ambassador" award for a prominent regional figure embodying NEB values.  

The chapter publishes its activities and resources at www.urbactivistas.eu and coordinates with Spain's NEB National Contact Point at the Ministry of Housing and Urban Agenda.  

Territory: County of Halland (Hallands län) 

Coordinators: Lina Borghardt (Coompanion) and Magnus Falk (RISE) 

Members: NEB Partners: 

• Coompanion
• RISE – Research Institutes of Sweden
• Oskarströmsmagasinen
• Lokalt Ledd Utveckling Halland
• Open Space Consulting AB (openspaceconsulting.com)
• Connected Dreams NGO
• Himmel och Jord AB
• Sura Äpplet AB / Appelgården Slöinge
• EMC (emcsverige.se)
• Hallands Bildningsförbund (hbf.se)
• Halmstad Municipality
• Fredens Hus 

Contacts: 

• lina [dot] borghardtcoompanion [dot] se (lina[dot]borghardt[at]coompanion[dot]se)
• Magnus [dot] u [dot] falkri [dot] se (Magnus[dot]u[dot]falk[at]ri[dot]se) 

Website:https://coompanion.se/halland/projekt-i-halland/neb/  

Description

The NEB Halland Local Chapter is a self-organized community on the Swedish West coast. It aims to amplify the voices of its members, foster collaboration and networking among them, and integrate citizens' perspectives into projects aimed at making living spaces more sustainable, beautiful, and inclusive. We also want to explore how design-based and artistic methods as well as stakeholder and community engagement can be a practice for a sustainable and beautiful transformation of places. Topics that we are exploring: 

• Urban/ rural development
• Nature, water and climate adaption
• Sustainable material and circular construction reuse
• Cultural heritage and arts
• Collaboration for a sustainable food system 

The chapter promotes an open ecosystem that seeks to build synergies and foster collaboration, focusing on trust and openness to develop the region and contribute to the NEB's broader goals.