Kiel becomes floating: student apartments planned on houseboats!

Kiel becomes floating: student apartments planned on houseboats!

in Kiel, there is an urgent need for innovative solutions. The Kiel University of Applied Sciences plans to convert old containers from former refugee accommodation into houseboats to create new living opportunities. This idea was developed by Nele Glüsing as part of her Bachelor thesis, which deals with the resource-saving use of materials. The proposal stipulates the containers to convert into floating apartments, which is promoted as an interdisciplinary project at the institutes for construction as well as shipbuilding and marine technology at the Kiel University of Applied Sciences.

A potential location for the planned houseboats is the Schwentinemünung. The suitable location factors include a low current, the proximity to the Kiel University of Applied Sciences and the special approval conditions for investors in state waters. The aim of the project is to use Kiel's attractiveness on the water, create additional living space and at the same time pursue sustainability goals. The first prototype is to be developed in cooperation with the Friedrich Werft brothers. Numerous unused containers are currently owned by the country, which can be considered for this project.

prototype and challenges

A feasibility study is created to clarify the costs and possible subsidies for the project. Several challenges must be mastered, including the creation of the necessary infrastructure for electricity and water as well as the questions about the size and stability of the houseboats. The first prototype is to be completed this year and the presentation of the apartments is planned in a showroom at the Kiellinie. In the long term, use of houseboats as accommodation for Olympic participants in possible sailing competitions in Kiel 2036 or 2040 is also considered.

In addition, students in Kiel face challenges in the search for an apartment, such as "https://www.fh-kiel.de/news/tipps-fuer-die-wohnungsuche/" Target = "_ blank" rel = "noopener noreferrer"> fh-kiel.de reported. Often the move to study takes place at short notice when it comes to the housing market. Popular options include rooms in student dormitories, shared apartments or 1-room apartments, which are not always easy to find. The reinforcement of students when looking for an apartment is carried out by a number of options, including residential offers near the universities and tips for improving the opportunities for visiting apartments.