Liechtenstein School of Architecture (LSA)
The Liechtenstein School of Architecture is committed to sustainable design and construction.
Our research and teaching focus on spatial responses to climate change, resource scarcity and urbanisation processes. The LSA creates, teaches and cultivates knowledge for the benefit of society and the environment. We equip architects with the skills to meet global and local challenges with innovative, sustainable and liveable solutions.
"Yesterday, the focus was on optimizing what already existed, reducing consumption and emissions. Today, it is understood that construction must leave no footprint. From now on, we need buildings that help to compensate for the damage caused. New buildings must absorb more pollutants than they produce and generate more energy than they consume. New architecture is climate-positive."
Daniel Stockhammer, LSA Dean
Teaching
We train autonomous, team-oriented architects who help to shape a sustainable environment and society. Our students learn to recognise the challenges of the future, initiate projects and implement them successfully. Awareness of the social, political, ecological, economic and cultural relevance of projects is of particular importance to us. We consider theoretical discourse and practice, up to a scale of 1:1, to be the foundations of teaching and research. For us, theory and practice are in constant interaction.
Units
In order to react quickly to the needs of society and education, our team is organised into five interdisciplinary focus areas.
SUSTAINABLE DESIGN
The “Sustainable Design” Unit is committed to the development of environmentally friendly Buildings by using sustainable materials, as well as energy efficiency and social responsibility in all phases of the construction process, in order to minimize the ecological footprint while improving the quality of life for future generations.
Team
We are a highly motivated team of researchers and teachers. Together, we are committed to ensuring that our students receive a thorough and future-oriented education, positioning the Liechtenstein School of Architecture at the cutting edge of international research topics. → more
BEYOND THE BIENNALE
Discourses on the International Architecture Exhibition in Venice
Bianca Anna Boeckle, Celina Martinez-Cañavate, Peter A. Staub, University of Liechtenstein (eds.), 2022
MODEL WORKSHOP
Building as a Common Process
Carmen Rist-Stadelmann, Urs Meister (eds.), 2022
CRAFTING WOOD
Structure and Expression
Carmen Rist-Stadelmann, Machiel Spaan and Urs Meister (eds.), 2021
UPCYCLING
Reuse and Repurposing as a Design Principle in Architecture
Daniel Stockhammer, University of Liechtenstein (ed.), 2020
NEW SCHOOLS OF THOUGHT
Augmenting the Field of Architectural Education
Vera Kaps, Peter Staub, University of Liechtenstein (eds.), 2018
CRAFTING THE FACADE
Stone, Brick, Wood
Carmen Rist-Stadelmann, Urs Meister, Machiel Spaan (eds.), 2018
Exhibitions
Transfer
Through knowledge and technology transfer, our research findings are channelled into the regional economy and broader society. Along with our partners, we develop theoretical and practical knowledge in architecture, urban planning and spatial development, in order to shape Liechtenstein and the region in a proactive and forward-thinking manner. → more
Architektur Sommerfest | Vernissage Sommerausstellung | Alumni Reunion
Wednesday, May 29, 2024 from 6 pm
Summer party & opening of the summer exhibition of the Liechtenstein School of Architecture
Die Liechtenstein School of Architecture (LSA) der Universität Liechtenstein lädt herzlich zum Architektur Sommerfest 2025 ein. Studierendenprojekt ...
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23.-24. September 2025
30. September und 01. Oktober 2025
jeweils von 08.00-12.00 Uhr
Universität Liechtenstein
Seit dem 1. März 2003 ist das Bauarbeitenkoordinationsgesetz (BauKG) über die Koordination der Sicherheits- und Gesundheitsschutzmassnahmen bei Bauarb ...
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Alumni with a Clear Stance
May 15, 2025
Eva Lässer and Michael Fenk create meaningful in-between spaces
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Prof. Dr Daniel Stockhammer on Exchange Visit to Georgia
May 08, 2025
International University Partnership with the Tbilisi State Academy of Arts
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“Liechtenstein Studio”: Funding from the Guido Feger Foundation Strengthens Sustainable Architecture Projects in Liechtenstein and the Region
May 05, 2025
With the support of the Stiftung Fürstlicher Kommerzienrat Guido Feger, the University of Liechtenstein is initiating the “Liechtenstein Studio” at the Liechtenstein School of Architecture. The aim of this studio is to address architectural and spatial planning issues with high social, ecological and cultural relevance for Liechtenstein and the region.
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A Cool School: The Bahuarwa Primary School
May 04, 2025
Sustainably Built, Collectively Designed
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Fürst-Franz-Josef-Strasse, 9490 Vaduz, architektur@uni.li, +423 265 1134
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