• Regstrup 4420, Denmark
• Driving license B
• Estonian nationality
Competencies
holistic sustainability approach teaching and educational design
transformative learning process
sustainable building design
ecological building practices
leading community initiatives
Technical skills
Design software:
• Autocad,
• Revit,
• Archicad,
• Rhinoceros
• Sketchup
Sustainability tools:
• Building performance simulation,
• Life-cycle analysis (LCA)
Graphics & visualisation:
• Adobe illustrator,
• Adobe indesign,
• Adobe photoshop,
• Cinema4D (+Vray)
Office tools:
• Microsoft office suite
EEVA-MAARJA LAUR
Architect | Teacher | Researcher
045 91763891
eeva.maarja@gmail.com
As an independent researcher I am focusing on ‘how public spaces like adaptive reuse projects can foster transformative learning for sustainable building renovation in Denmark’ in light of the European Commission target to “transform the building stock into a zero-energy building (ZEB) stock by 2050”. My former research has examined the connection between the aspects of learning environments and transformative learning, contributing to undertanding “(un)learning traditional (un)sustainable construction practices”.
With a holistic approach to sustainability, I integrate architecture, environmental science, behavioural science and sustainable design principles to deliver impactful solutions. I thrive in multidisciplinary team settings, where I actively share knowledge across disciplines. My experience as an educator allows me to communicate sustainable practices effectively to diverse audiences.
In parallel, I have been advancing my expertise in natural building methods and materials in practice on 1:1 scale, and developing an in-depth knowledge in ZEB design.
02 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Jul 2020 - present
Architectural Consultant, Freelance, Denmark
• Designed and consulted on sustainable architectural projects, emphasising circular building techniques and ecological materials.
• Led workshops and courses on sustainable building practices, contributing to community-driven sustainability initiatives.
• Applied holistic approaches to design, incorporating urban sustainability principles in residential projects.
Aug 2022 - Feb 2024
Lecturer, CIEE Copenhagen
• Instructed courses on Climate Change Science and Policy, and Sustainable City Planning, integrating sustainable urban development strategies with real-world case studies from Copenhagen.
• Facilitated student-centered learning, promoting critical thinking on environmental impacts, urban resilience, and climate action in city planning.
• Developed and delivered curriculum on sustainable architecture and planning, ensuring alignment with real-world challenges and sustainability goals.
Jun 2019 - Jun 2020
Architectural intern, Egen Vinding og Datter, Ringsted
• Contributed to sustainable residential building design using natural materials, aligning with circularity and CO2 reduction goals.
• Organised practical workshops to apply and integrate sustainable building materials in real-world projects.
• Danish (Proficient)
• English (Fluent)
• Estonian (Native)
Hobbies
volleyball, martial arts, permaculture gardening, volunteering, building a strawbale house
References
References available upon request
2017-2019
Chalmers University of Technology, Gothenburg, Sweden
Master of Science (MSc) in Architecture
• Architecture and Planning Beyond Sustainability
• Focus Areas: Sustainable Development, ZEB Housing Design, Building Climatology, Passive Solar Strategies, Renewable Energy Integration, Building Performance Analysis, Circular Building Practices
• Master’s Thesis: “Transformational Learning Space”
2010-2016
Estonian Academy of Arts, Tallinn, Estonia
Bachelor of Architecture (BArch)
• Urban Design and Architecture
• Focus Areas: Architectural Design, NZEB Design, Architectural Technology, Circular Building Practices
2015 - ... Board member/Volunteer, Makvärket, Knabstrup Culture and Environmental Collective
• Led the adaptive reuse of a former factory building using natural and reclaimed materials, focusing on circular economy principles and reducing the building’s carbon footprint.
• Conducted action research with the local community to identify and address sustainability challenges with a holistic approach.
1. Laur, E. M. (2019). Compassionate Living: Societal Transformation in Action [Thesis, MSc, Chalmers University of Technology]. https://doi.org/10.13140/RG.2.2.18234.34245
2. Laur, E. M. (2023). Compassionate Living: Societal Transformation in Action. Conference Proceedings: Repurposing Places for Social and Environmental Resilience. International Conference, London, UK.
3. Laur, E. M. (2024). Unlearning to Build Better: Adaptive Reuse Projects as Transformative Learning Environments for Sustainable Renovation. Conference Abstracts: Learnings/Unlearnings: Environmental Pedagogies, Play, Policies, and Spatial Design. International Conference, Stockholm, SE.
1. 2019, June. Conference: Folkemødet. Centre for Sustainability and Society (SUSY), University of Copenhagen. Bornholm, DK.
2. 2023, March. International Conference: Repurposing Places for Social and Environmental Resilience. ARUP, CounterArchitecture and University of East London. London, UK.
3. 2024, September. International Conference: Learnings/Unlearnings: Environmental Pedagogies, Play, Policies, and Spatial Design. KTH and Konstfack. Stockholm, SE.