Tag: housing
Breaking a Rule to Create a Chance: The Story of Quarticciolo Ribelle
Quarticciolo as a neglected suburb shares the stories of many other peripheries in Italy, but what Quarticciolo Ribelle is writing is a possible alternative plot, a different story.
Alternatives Are a Matter of Survival
Paris, France, May 1, 2023. © Maryam Ashrafi Link copied! In 2024, trust in institutions is plummeting. With a lack of options, people are turning […]
“Almost Impossible for Locals to Live”: Barcelonians Fight Against Touristification
The various associations do not stop with the problem of tourism. They are pushing for a comprehensive rethinking of the city, highlighting how touristification has tremendous consequences for residents, primarily on the cost of living and housing prices, making it almost impossible for locals to live in the city.
Exarcheia Under Siege: The Battle Against Gentrification in Athens
The fight against the transformation of the neighborhood is a daily struggle made by people who only arm themselves with the strength of their political convictions to fight. By their daily presence in the neighborhood, and by their sheer determination, they manage to resist property developments, sometimes successfully, sometimes at a loss.
Housing Emergency
From the Netherlands to Portugal, spiraling rents and sky-high property prices have fueled anger and protests across the continent. Housing has become one of the greatest challenges for many Europeans.