Housing in Germany and the Rebirth of the High-Rise in Post-Modern Urban Design

A recent trend in post-modern urban design in Germany marks the resurgence of high-rise buildings, reversing a decades-long shift away from such structures. This study analyzes major housing projects across Berlin, Hamburg, Cologne, Munich, and Frankfurt am Main to trace this renaissance, attributing it to socio-cultural transformations and innovative urban design strategies. Researchers highlight the role of architects, urban designers, and stakeholders in promoting hybrid models that blend modernist and pre-modernist elements, addressing development pressures while redefining city skylines. The findings challenge post-modern preferences for low-rise designs, offering insights into the evolving dynamics of urban housing development.

Altrock, U. (2022). Housing in Germany and the Rebirth of the High-Rise in Post-Modern Urban Design. Urban Planning, 7(4). https://doi.org/10.17645/up.v7i4.5744