Project: Inclusion hub (i.hub) - living with added value
i.hub is more than just a living concept. It is a place where humanity and innovation go hand in hand. Here we promote integration and community for a better life together.
Project title:
Inclusion hub (i.hub) - living with added value
Organizer:
Family Monika and Dr.-Ing. Michael Benz
Contact person: Dr.-Ing. Michael Benz
E-Mail: mmbenzgmxde
Brief description:
In view of the challenges of social and demographic change, the "i.hub" inclusion hub is setting new standards for neighborhood development: as a social driver, the innovative, modular concept combines affordable living, working and care - for a strong neighborhood and genuine participation for all.
The project is therefore more than just an innovative housing model - it is a social driver that has the potential to sustainably change and strengthen entire neighborhoods. With its approach of communal, intergenerational and inclusive living based on the principles of universal design, i.hub creates real added value for everyone involved: residents, local authorities, social institutions, housing associations and the neighborhood.
Project submitters for the WDC 2026 are concerned parents with professional expertise in architecture, public relations and transportation planning. Together, we want to implement the concept of inclusive living in order to create a holistic solution that other stakeholders can also use or multiply.
Dates/period:
We are currently in the process of specifying our location in Wiesbaden and gaining further supporters for our concept. We are therefore planning to found an association in 2026 in order to implement the i.hub concept at a specific location in the state capital of Wiesbaden. This also includes the preparation and participation in a possible concept procedure. One conceivable implementation for the concept is, for example, the Kastel-Housing quarter in Wiesbadener Straße, Mainz-Kastel. Corresponding discussions are already underway.
Venue(s)
There is no official venue, as this is a new type of housing concept to be realized. We are happy to present our project and its status to interested parties at official WDC or specialist events.
Division/field of action:
Better Together - in good company
Building & Living
Work & living
mobility
Exhibition
Open Studio
Talk & Discussion
Networking format