In November last year, the City of Ghent appointed its first Chief Urban Architect. Over the past six months, Peter Van den Abeele has paved the way for a renewed architectural policy. In conversation with Lisa De Visscher, he explains his ambitions and the tools he intends to deploy over the next six years.

Lisa De Visscher (A+) – Following in the footsteps of Antwerp and Charleroi, Ghent is now also appointing a Chief Architect. Who exactly is this role aimed at?