Karl-Wrba-Hof, Municipal housing complex in Inzersdorf Stadt, Austria
Karl-Wrba-Hof is a residential complex in Inzersdorf with multiple buildings of varying heights connected by passages, walkways, and covered arcades throughout the site. The layout creates a unified neighborhood where different sections are linked by both covered and open pathways.
Construction took place between 1972 and 1982 during Vienna's major housing expansion program that added thousands of new residences to the city. The project marks a period when the city focused on building affordable housing at a large scale.
The complex is named after a Vienna city councillor and reflects the urban planning ideas of the 1970s in how it is laid out. The connected buildings and covered walkways create shared spaces where people naturally gather and interact.
The site is best explored on foot, and the covered passages and arcades remain accessible even in wet weather. The many entrances and the overall size can feel confusing at first, so taking time to wander through different sections helps you understand the layout.
The distinctive yellowish-beige facades of the buildings earned the place its local nickname 'Senfbauten', a reference to mustard color. This playful name remains common among locals today and makes the area instantly recognizable.
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