Innovation impetus for the construction and property industry
Adrian Wildenauer is to head the newly created Centre for Smart Building & Real Estate at the Zurich University of Applied Sciences (HWZ). The centre will be part of the university's new Department of Banking & Finance, Controlling and Real Estate, which will open in January 2026.
Professor Adrian Wildenauer is to become the new head of the Centre for Smart Building & Real Estate at the Zurich University of Applied Sciences(HWZ). The centre will become part of the newly created Department of Banking & Finance, Controlling and Real Estate, according to a press release. The department will begin its work in January 2026 and will be headed by Nadine Rusch-Schenker.
By taking on the new role, Adrian Wildenauer wants to play an active role in shaping the further development of the construction and real estate industry. He is currently a professor of digital construction at Bern University of Applied Sciences(BFH). Previously, he worked at SBB AG as Head of BIM Standardisation & Industry Activities and in other management positions in the real estate sector. His research focuses on the areas of Building-as-a-Service and digital construction.
“With Adrian Wildenauer, we are gaining an internationally networked expert who combines theory and practice in a unique way. His work on smart building, digital twins and data-based services strengthens the innovative power of the HWZ in the field of real estate management,” said Brian Rüeger, Rector of the HWZ, in the press release.