A new proposal seeks to convert vacant office spaces in U.S. cities into affordable micro-apartments measuring 150 square feet. Developed by Pew Charitable Trusts and Gensler, the initiative aims to address the housing crisis by utilizing underused commercial properties. The plan targets cities like Seattle, Denver, and Minneapolis, where high rents and significant homelessness rates persist. While it offers a potential solution, the overall housing shortage continues to pose challenges.
