Small and even smaller. World metropolises are seeking ways to combat the construction of micro-apartments

Economists Konstantin Kholodilin and sociologist Sebastian Kohl found that new housing sizes are decreasing in several countries after decades of growth. This trend, which affects family apartments, is causing concern among local politicians who are attempting to reverse it. The study highlights that rising housing costs and expensive land are driving developers to build smaller units. In Germany, for instance, new apartments have shrunk since 2015, while family homes continue to grow. Cities like Singapore and Copenhagen are implementing regulations to ensure a mix of housing sizes, mandating larger units to accommodate families. However, challenges remain, as seen in Amsterdam, where economic pressures can lead to unmet housing size requirements.