Spreefeld

Spreefeld is a housing cooperative project located in Berlin, Germany, along the River Spree. The project consists of three seven-story wood-concrete hybrid buildings, designed to meet passive house standards. The buildings feature individually adapted living spaces, with a mix of private and communal areas. The ground floor is open to the public, offering various services and spaces, including a daycare center, woodwork shop, and co-working space. The project emphasizes community living, with residents managing the buildings collectively and making decisions through a participatory process. The project's diverse community is supported by a solidarity-based financing concept, allowing for affordable rents starting at a level comparable to government-subsidized housing. The project also prioritizes environmental sustainability, using geothermal and photovoltaic systems for energy generation. Overall, Spreefeld serves as a model for socially just, economically stable, and environmentally responsible urban development.