Articles and blogposts on architecture och planning

Although reuse is often highlighted as an obvious part of sustainable construction, there are several challenges that affect how building components and materials can be utilized. The issue is not just about technology, regulations, or economics, but also about processes and cooperation between different actors. When the availability and dimensions of materials are not known in advance, it is necessary to build in room for different options already in the detailed planning stage—something that today's planning and building permit processes, which are adapted for new construction with standardized building products, have difficulty handling.

New technology met history when RISE and the Swedish National Heritage Board joined forces in an AI project. Together, the two parties have developed an innovative method for identifying and classifying heritage buildings. The method can become an important piece of the puzzle when Sweden's built heritage becomes part of the green transition.

In a complex world with major challenges, the importance of a powerful research institute becomes apparent. In 2024, RISE will achieve a strong result that will enable continued investments in cutting-edge expertise and technology infrastructure that are important for Sweden's and Europe's competitiveness.