Case Study – WOBA – 1930

  • This neighborhood showcases one of the most radical forms of minimal living of its time. With only 45 m² and an efficient floor plan, its serial construction marked a shift toward a new ideal : housing built for the modern family.
  • Limited indoor space encouraged everyday life to extend into shared gardens, reflecting a social shift toward communal living.
  • Despite initial skepticism, the model proved successful through improved hygiene standards and affordable housing for the working class.

Contributor: Leonie Agorastos
05 September 2026