Hunziker Areal | Mehr als Wohnen

The Hunziker Areal, a pioneering urban development project in Zurich, Switzerland, is a flagship project of the cooperative "Mehr als Wohnen" (More Than Living). This 2000-watt site offers living space for approximately 1,200 people in 13 energy-efficient buildings and serves as a workplace for around 150 people. The project aims to provide a sustainable and communal way of living, incorporating various residential forms and floor plans. It includes a mix of traditional and new types of housing, such as large communal dwellings with private spaces to retreat. The complex also features shops, restaurants, workshops, artist studios, day care centers, and a guesthouse, creating a vibrant urban microcosm. The project's focus on democratic member rights and environmentally sound lifestyles contributes to its social sustainability. Public tours and a guesthouse are available for those interested in experiencing the quarter firsthand.