Located along the historic Lilienthaler Heerstrasse in Bremen, a plot was divided in two, prompting the former inhabitants of the existing house to rethink their vision of living. Mindful of how shared living arrangements change over time, the building was designed with a flexible structure that can adapt to different needs. Both floors work independently, able to either expand or coexist seamlessly with one another.

To meet the owners' strong emphasis on accessibility, the house was built without a basement, placing all utility and service rooms directly on their respective floors. The structure uses an ecological timber construction method, combined with recyclable cellulose insulation and an untreated larch wood facade. It is heated through geothermal energy and a low-temperature underfloor heating system, keeping its ecological footprint to a minimum.

Facing considerable financial pressure throughout the project, the owners kept budgets tight and committed strongly to sweat equity. By personally handling the floor buildup, installing the flooring and interior doors, and building the terrace, they significantly cut costs on these trades. Altogether, this high share of personal labor saved about 20 percent on the total cost of these items, noticeably easing the strained financing.