Kraftwerk1 Heizenholz

Kraftwerk1 Heizenholz is a housing project located in Zurich, Switzerland, developed by the building and housing cooperative Kraftwerk1. The project connects two former residential buildings from the 1970s with a new section, incorporating terraces that serve as communal spaces for residents. The focus is on community living, accommodating people of different ages and stages of life, particularly those aged 55 and older. The settlement is designed with ecological and energy-efficient measures, including a photovoltaic system, rainwater cistern, exhaust-air heat pump, and environmentally friendly mobility options. The space requirement per person is below the Zurich and Swiss average, at 36 m². The project was constructed between 2009 and 2011 and houses 85 residents in 26 living units, along with commercial and communal areas.