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Walter Unterrainer is an Artistic Professor of Building Design at Chalmers University of Technology, specializing in Architecture and Civil Engineering with a focus on sustainability. Since September 2019, he has been a professor with a specific emphasis on sustainability at the Aarhus School of Architecture, where he also coordinates the research lab 'Emerging Architectures'. Additionally, he leads the master's program 'Laboratory of Sustainable Architectural Production' at Umea University. Throughout his 30-year career as a practicing architect in Vorarlberg, Austria, he has developed a 'controlled experimental practice,' researching and realizing innovative architectural solutions across seven European countries. His expertise encompasses cost-efficient architecture, development of specific participatory design methods, and user integration in self-building processes. His research primarily addresses the challenges posed by the intertwining of social and environmental issues within the architectural profession. Presently, he is writing a book titled 'Architectures Clients', exploring forms of proactive procurement in architecture.
General requirements apply to all departments listed at Chalmers. Specific departments like Architecture require a portfolio. Programs in Management/Economics do not strictly require GMAT/GRE but high academic standing is prioritized.