Collective living, multi-generational living, family living, barrier-free living, living and working, living and leisure – a broad range of diversity is determining future concepts of living that should be able to live up to the demands and needs of an ever more eclectic society.

The spectrum of examples in this latest addition to the Detail series is therefore just as diverse. The assortment of projects extends from residential complexes for prams and wheelchairs to elderly-friendly developments to the modernisation or conversion of existing buildings offering an extensive overview of what is on offer. Individual points of focus are structured according to subject in „Housing for People of All Ages“ for example typology, sense and perception, barrier-free construction and upgrading of kitchen and bathroom. Articles by the experts as well as realised projects including large-scale construction drawings present these. The volume also provides addresses of information centres and organisations and further expert knowledge.

Ground plan zoning – optimum spatial distribution for all phases of life

Barrier-free apartments – planning and construction clearly explained in large-scale details

Residential buildings of the future – individual living concepts in multi-

generational building