Adaptive Urbanism

The Role of Collaboration in Water-Adaptive Design

Master thesis (2024)

Authors

M.J.B. Verberne Civil Engineering & Geosciences

Contributors

Johan Ninan Integral Design & Management - CEG (mentor)
Luca Iuorio Environmental Technology and Design - Architecture and the Built Environment (graduation committee member)
M.J.C.M. Hertogh Integral Design & Management - CEG (graduation committee member)
Faculty
Civil Engineering & Geosciences
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Published Date

10-12-2024

Language

English

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Faculty

Civil Engineering & Geosciences

Abstract

This thesis examines the role of collaboration in water-adaptive urban development, focusing on the residential location selection process in the Netherlands. It identifies challenges in balancing housing demands with water and environmental constraints, exploring the Collaborative Governance model by Ansell and Gash (2008) to enhance multi-stakeholder engagement. Key stakeholders—municipalities, provinces, water boards, and developers—face power imbalances, inefficiencies, and conflicting interests, necessitating early involvement, especially of water boards, improved communication, and shared ownership. Strategies such as trust-building, shared goals, and both formal and informal interactions are highlighted, alongside the critical role of facilitative leadership in fostering collaboration. The study concludes with a proposed framework emphasising early engagement, institutional design, and leadership to enhance collaboration, addressing sustainable housing needs in water-sensitive areas and integrating key aspects of the Collaborative Governance model into the location selection process.

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