We have a lot of living space in the Netherlands, but too few front doors

The current housing shortage calls not only for more construction, but especially for the subdivision of existing homes. This way, first-time buyers, singles, and seniors can more quickly find a place that truly suits them. There's work to be done for a new government, writes Chief Government Architect Francesco Veenstra.
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