Climate Community: How did the residential project Der Kesselhof come about and how long was the process from idea to moving in?
Johannes vom Kesselhof: The Kesselhof project was brought to life by a group of by a group of people who had already been working on the idea of affordable affordable, communal living for a very long time. From the founding of the project at the end of 2017 to the purchase of the house was only a few and the first people moved in early summer 2018.
However, the buildings were in great need of renovation and until all the rooms were fully were fully habitable a good 3 years of renovation phase passed.<o:p></o:p>

Climate Community: What makes living in the Kesselhof so special for you? you?
Johannes vom Kesselhof: Here I can only answer for myself. For special about the Kesselhof is that several generations live here together in a large shared living together in a large shared apartment with 18 people. There is always something going on. Every single resident contributes through character, abilities, interests and qualities that have made the Kesselhof what it is today. has developed into what it is today.<o:p></o:p>

Climate Community: How can other people support the housing project support?
Johannes vom Kesselhof: We are, after all, a project based on the model of the tenement houses syndicate, whose financing is based on direct loans from the Residents, friends & supporters. Other people can support us support us by granting direct credits (already 500 € that you temporarily temporarily parked with us, can help). Of course we also accept donations donations or you support us immaterially - every saturday some residents are every Saturday some of our residents are working on the house, in the yard or in the garden. even after 4 years, there are still many smaller construction or beautification projects - We are always happy to receive active support anytime!<o:p></o:p>

Climate Community: What tips can you give to people who also want to start a community housing project?
Johannes vom Kesselhof: Starting a residential project in expensive cities like Stuttgart requires a lot of courage and perseverance, but in the end it pays off. pays off in the end. You don't have to reinvent the wheel! Network, talk to the people people who have already got a housing project up and running, and get advice on early on on topics such as real estate search, legal form, financing or group processes. Of course you are also welcome to contact us. The you agree on the basic questions in the group, the easier it will be for you to easier it will be for you during the foundation or construction phase.<o:p></o:p>