Joris Korbee

During my Architecture studies at TU Delft, I developed a passion for timber construction and biobased materials. I interned at Paul de Ruiter Architects and stayed on after completing my master’s, but I wanted to take that passion even further. That’s why I went to Chile, where I discovered the power of locally produced, biobased materials. I stayed there for over two years, and the firm I worked with was awarded Chile’s highest architecture prize. After returning to the Netherlands, I rejoined Paul de Ruiter Architects. I now work on complex, sustainable projects and conduct research into biobased and other sustainable materials. In doing so, I hope to keep contributing to the advancement of sustainable architecture—architecture that puts the user first. The culture at this firm aligns perfectly with that vision. We interpret sustainability both technically and socially. In our designs, and within the office itself, people are at the heart of everything we do. We take the time for each other and for our clients. Everyone’s input is taken seriously and valued. This attitude is reflected in our designs. It positively influences our architecture—and ultimately also the experience of the building's users and its surroundings. And that is exactly what I hope to achieve through my work.