Design and Architecture
Is Berlin’s Cohousing a Model for LA? A German Board Game Pits East and West
How can Angelenos break into the housing market -- and live alongside their peers? DnA explores a cohousing model in Berlin called “Baugruppen” and asks whether they could work in L.A. Plus, a Cold War-themed board game pits East Germany vs. West Germany.
By Frances Anderton • • 28m ListenHow can Angelenos break into the housing market -- and live alongside their peers? DnA explores a cohousing model in Berlin called “Baugruppen” and asks whether they could work in L.A. Plus, a Cold War-themed board game pits East Germany vs. West Germany.
Image: R50, an example of a Baugruppe in Berlin.
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