East Germany's divisive Plattenbau back in spotlight DW 09/10/2025
Plattenbau residential blocks in former East Germany shaped collective memory, social life, and remain contested urban symbols prompting reflection on belonging, community, and reunification.
Why the legacy of East Germany's prefab housing blocks is more relevant than ever
East Germany's prefabricated high-rise housing shaped daily life and politics and remains a potent reference point for today's affordable housing challenges across Europe.
