Evert Klinkenberg

Evert Klinkenberg currently serves as a founding partner and lead architect at BETA, an innovative office dedicated to architecture and urban design. Under his leadership, BETA emphasizes a methodical, research-driven approach to architecture and city planning, ensuring that each project is rooted in comprehensive analysis and sustainable principles. Evert’s expertise spans urban design, architectural innovation, and sustainable development, making him a key figure in shaping resilient and contextually responsive environments. His role involves overseeing complex projects across a diverse portfolio, including cultural institutions, industrial facilities, residential complexes, and urban masterplans.

At BETA, Evert is deeply involved in pioneering projects that integrate urban planning with architectural design, leveraging his extensive experience in 3D visualization, sketching, and comprehensive planning to communicate innovative concepts effectively. His focus on sustainability and urban research informs the office’s approach to creating adaptable, future-proof environments that enhance city life. Notably, Evert’s leadership has driven initiatives that explore the intersection of architecture and city development, fostering collaborations with municipalities and stakeholders to realize projects that prioritize social, environmental, and economic resilience.

His background, including a decade of international experience at Herzog & De Meuron and academic contributions at ETH Zurich, enriches his strategic vision and design methodology. Evert’s work exemplifies a commitment to methodical research, innovative design, and urban integration, positioning BETA at the forefront of contemporary architecture and city planning.