Intergenerational neighbourhoods and communities aligned with the New European Bauhaus

Overview

Funding for projects developing and demonstrating innovative models for intergenerational neighbourhoods and communities that integrate beauty, inclusiveness, and sustainability. Targets architects, spatial planners, public authorities, real estate developers, and stakeholders involved in green transitions.

Who Can Apply

Consortia of legal entities from EU Member States and Associated Countries, including research institutions, public authorities, private sector organizations, and civil society groups. International cooperation is encouraged.

Funding Details

Maximum grant amount: 5,500,000 EUR. Funding is provided as a lump sum. At least 0.8% of the budget must be allocated to engage with the Horizon Europe-funded "New European Bauhaus hub for results and impact."

What Is Funded

Development of methodologies to measure and monitor intergenerational neighbourhoods, including digital platforms, smart sensing systems, or participatory data collection. Demonstration of at least three solutions in urban, peri-urban, and rural neighbourhoods across different Member States or Associated Countries. Solutions must redesign spaces, functions, or services to promote intergenerational living, adapt to local contexts, and advance the green transition (e.g., sustainable mobility, climate resilience, biodiversity conservation). Projects must follow a participatory and transdisciplinary approach, integrating social sciences and humanities (SSH) expertise.

Technology / Maturity Requirements

No explicit Technology Readiness Level (TRL) range specified. Projects must demonstrate adaptable, context-specific solutions with measurable impact on intergenerational living and green transition goals.

Key Dates

Deadline: 2027-11-30T23:00:00Z.

Application Process (High-Level)

Single-stage submission via the Funding & Tenders Portal. Proposals must adhere to page limits and layout requirements outlined in the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes.

Geographic Scope & Language

Open to applicants from EU Member States and Associated Countries. Applications must be submitted in English.

Notes

Proposals must address legal, regulatory, or institutional barriers to intergenerational living and explore perceptions across generations. Synergies with related Horizon Europe topics are encouraged. Projects must allocate resources for monitoring, evaluation, and dissemination of results.