For the celebration of Rau Architects anniversary, our VR program was a perfect fit.
RAU is an architectural firm based in Amsterdam. Its projects are characterized by a focus on the application of energy-saving technologies.RAU was founded in 1992 by Thomas Rau. Thomas Rau is an architect with a vision and a mission. His motto? “Let’s do what is necessary, not what is feasible.” He is known as a pioneer in the international debate on sustainability, resource scarcity, and the use of renewable energy sources in architecture.
RAU approaches buildings as active elements in a circular economic system. Conceived as a bank of materials and as a unique form for a place and people in time. Our architecture reflects an awareness of our position and attitude as humans: we are temporary guests on Earth.
Circularity means designing a new system – a fundamentally different approach to architecture and its design methodology.As architects, we are responsible for the future of our environment.
Materials that do not grow are finite, needs are temporary, and, above all, our behaviour determines the viability of life.
