I'm Associate Professor of Urban Design at the Department of Urbanism, and co-director of VR-BK at BK-LABS. Previously Program Director of MSc Geomatics and MSc MADE at AMS Institute. My main objective is to improve the Urban Design process by applying new technologies, modelling and simulation, e.g. by using XR and AI technology as key design tools. In my methods I use evidence-based design and digital tools: integration of traditional mapping, dynamic user data and sensing technologies. Users play a central role in my approach: the City from Eye-level perspective (Human Centered Design). My research is covering HEALTH by focussing on Active modes (Walking/biking) in relation to the Built Environment. The main fields I am covering are [1] Urban Transformations: dynamics of the city, urban form versus densification (Public Space, Vital City Centers, Liveable City, Pedestrian Oriented Design) [2] Intermodal Transfer Points - the design of terminals and public transport NODES; [3] Technology & Geo-informatics: Activity Patterns: GPS, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth tracking; Data modelling: VR + AR tools for design. [4] HEALTH : Active modes and the Built Environment