Hans Scharoun and the Development of Small Apartment Floor Plans
The Residential High-Rises Romeo and Julia, 1954–1959

The publication on the Hans Scharoun’s residential high-rises “Romeo” and “Julia” shed light on the discussions in residential housing research that Scharoun referenced in his work. His designs illustrate the expanding range of knowledge about residential floor-plans. In addition to comprehensive planning documentation, the book features contemporary photos by Georg Aerni highlighting the buildings’ expressive appearance.