Yuca Meubrink

Yuca Meubrink, a social scientist and researcher at the Berlin Brandenburg Academy, dives into the nuanced impacts of inclusionary housing in London and New York City. He critiques the controversial 'poor door' practice, where affordable units are segregated from wealthier ones, revealing how these policies often exacerbate gentrification rather than alleviate it. Meubrink explores the complexities of urban policies and their failure to address true social equity, emphasizing the need for interdisciplinary collaboration to reform housing strategies.

Yuca Meubrink, a researcher at the Berlin Brandenburg Academy, dives into the controversial 'poor doors' phenomenon in luxury housing. He critiques inclusionary housing policies, revealing how they often sustain urban inequality and gentrification. The discussion highlights the complexities of affordable housing initiatives in London and New York and their limited effectiveness. Meubrink also shares insights on research methods, exploring how everyday practices shape urban development, urging a deeper understanding of the nexus between housing affordability and architectural design.