Schwarzwaldblock multi-generation housing, Schwarzwaldblock, Mannheim, 2007–15;  architects: Stefan Forster;  peripheral street-block development with  consecutive demolition and new construction in four stages; existing residents move into new structure; 245 dwellings accessible to  disabled; low window balustrades; door width: 1.00 m; mixed dwelling types; care facilities nearby

Schwarzwaldblock multi-generation housing, Schwarzwaldblock, Mannheim, 2007–15; architects: Stefan Forster; peripheral street-block development with consecutive demolition and new construction in four stages; existing residents move into new structure; 245 dwellings accessible to disabled; low window balustrades; door width: 1.00 m; mixed dwelling types; care facilities nearby

Image credit: Lisa Farkas