Knowledge by, for and about newcomers

Knowledge by, for and about newcomers

Housing

A roof over your head is a basic need. Housing provides a sense of security and stability and social connectedness in the neighborhood. It is also an important basis for access to healthcare, education, and work.

Insights

Small-scale reception centers that focus on establishing contacts with the local community are viewed more positively by newcomers themselves, as well as by neighbors and municipalities.

Design questions

How can we design reception centers in such a way that they encourage direct participation in society and the establishment of social contacts?