This project explores evolving interactions between human and water systems in Flanders, focusing on drought and flooding. Using a socio-hydrological lens, we analyse how land use, settlement patterns, and water management have both shaped and been shaped by shifting risks. Historical maps, aerial photographs, and satellite imagery will trace transitions in flood- and drought-prone areas, complemented by geospatial analysis of long-term land–water dynamics. Discourse analysis, policy review, and interviews will reveal changing narratives and governance approaches (e.g. from drainage and river engineering to rewetting and nature-based solutions) and their links to recent initiatives, such as the “Blue Deal”. Quantitative analyses will identify who resides in vulnerable areas, while surveys will examine public perceptions of risk, particularly after the 2021 floods and recent droughts. Together, the findings will inform future socio-hydrological perspectives and contribute to policy debates on resilience and adaptation in Flanders.