Author: Moliere M J Granpre

Place: Netherlands

Publisher: Stichting Architecten Research

Year: 1962

Pages: 30

Source: Donated by Charles Correa

Subject: Housing

Sub-Subject: Modern Housing

Keyword: Mass Housing, Open House

Classification: 363.5

Shelf: C3R5

Accession No: B283

Contents: Introduction Mass Housing- Prof M.J. Granpre Moliere The diagnosis The Therapy

Abstract: This paper explores the second issue of the *Blue Cover Booklet Series* of *Open House*, featuring Professor M.J. Granpré Molière’s review of John Habraken’s *Supports, an Alternative to Mass Housing*. The review addresses the challenges of mass housing and proposes more flexible, participatory models. It highlights the socio-architectural implications of mass housing, emphasizing the shift towards user-involvement in design. The paper situates these discussions within the context of Eindhoven, Netherlands, illustrating how local architectural practices align with Habraken’s ideas and Granpré Molière’s critique of traditional housing systems.