Housing Tech, Data & Tools

The digitisation of housing extends far beyond smart devices; it represents a fundamental shift in how we allocate and govern our built environment. As Europe advances its digital decade targets, the technology stack underpinning housing has become critical infrastructure. This domain encompasses everything from artificial intelligence identifying vacant commercial assets for residential conversion to open data initiatives that expose market trends. Crucially for the cooperative sector, digital tools are democratising governance, enabling transparent allocation systems, and providing member platforms that facilitate community-led housing at scale. By integrating environmental, social, and governance reporting into these systems, housing providers can rigorously quantify their impact, ensuring technological advancement serves both residents and the planet.

Below, you will find resources exploring these digital frontiers, including insights on open housing trends and data-driven analyses of office-to-residential conversions. The page highlights pioneering projects such as the HSB Living Lab and Schoonschip, alongside a diverse ecosystem of organisations driving this space forward. These range from automated architecture specialists like AUAR to community platform developers such as Almenr and building analytics firms like BuildingMinds. You can also discover upcoming opportunities to connect with the sector at major European gatherings, including re:publica Berlin 26, WohnZukunftsTag 2026, and the Smart City Expo World Congress. We invite you to explore these tools and networks to see how technology is reshaping the future of cooperative living.