The confucian traditions which oblige the younger generations to care for the elderly becomes less feasible. The master plan of the city of Mujiayu near Beijing has the aim to provide solutions for new ways of life in residence for elderly people. The development of these solutions within the master plan will be a part of a funded pilot project by the chinese government.

In this context, on June 30, Prof. Gerber welcomes the chinese delegation in person and presents projects in the field of medical buildings and the age-based living. The subsequent visit of the in Dortmund realized projects: Harenberg City Center, Dortmunder U, U-District and nursing and retirement home on Zinsweg with medical care in Dortmund Körne completes the chinese visit at best.