Ernie Mellegers heads the tutor theory group, is Year head for the fourth year, theory lecturer and tutor of the Context and Alchemy programmes, all at the BA Interior Architecture & Furniture Design at KABK.
Ernie Mellegers (MA) studied history of architecture and urbanism with Thomas A.P. van Leeuwen at Leiden University. Ernie lectures (and more) at the Royal Academy of Arts, Rotterdam Academy of Architecture, the TU Delft, and works as an independent researcher and writer. His expertise is the interaction between architecture and automobile, which developed into ongoing research exploring the relationship between modes of transport and the built environment.
Ernie is currently preparing a study trip for research into the relationship between theoretical and practical education within the curricula of European Academies and ‘Applied Universities’ (including KABK). This project focuses on the importance of the location of these academies for education, exploring the potential contribution to a ‘body of knowledge’ and its relevance.
Additionally, he organises curriculum development workshops at the Master Architecture programme, where he also teaches, in collaboration with specialists. These workshops delve into updating and defining learning objectives, working methods, and more. His work across multiple educational institutions, including at TU Delft, highlights the value of teaching at various institutions and locations.