Research group
Future Built Environment FBE
We carry out applied research and development projects and commissions in the construction sector in cooperation with public authorities, companies, organisations, universities and research institutes. Our activities cover the different stages of the building and infrastructure construction life cycle, from planning to operation.
Our focus areas are:
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Developing the knowledge of construction contractors
– key decisions guiding the success of a construction project are taken at the early stages of the project
2
Promoting sustainable construction
– a major driver of construction in the future with the green transition
3
Digitalisation of construction
– a tool to improve efficiency in the construction sector
Our team takes an open-minded approach to construction challenges and seeks to identify new ideas for projects that contribute to the development of the construction sector and the vitality of the region. Our partners include companies and organisations in the construction sector in Southwest Finland. Would you like to collaborate?
Esa Leinonen, Education and Research Manager, Research Group Leader
Research and development infrastructure
Expert services for the construction sector
Turku University of Applied Sciences’ Civil Engineering Laboratory offers a wide range of reliable research and laboratory services, such as soil and soil analysis, condition assessments, indoor air studies and weathering tests. The laboratory is also a learning environment, supervised and managed by an experienced professional.
Our experts
Expert article
Building construction project vs. industrial process
The construction industry is said to be several decades behind other industries. Why has construction lagged behind?
Construction and manufacturing, or industrial production, are key sectors of our society. However, their starting points, objectives, operating logics and management models differ significantly.
Esa Leinonen, Head of Education and Research, examines the key differences between the two industries and the challenges of developing the construction sector.
Degree programmes
Strong project skills
Turku University of Applied Sciences’ Project Office offers support and guidance throughout the life cycle of an RDI project. Our project experts have years of experience and strong expertise in national and international funding programmes. We have more than 200 projects running every year, and our RDI activities have received more than €10 million in external funding.