Progeno Wohnungsgenossenschaft eG is a housing cooperative headquartered in Munich, Germany that focuses on creating community-oriented living spaces. The organization was co-founded by Christoph Mussenbrock, who also later went on to establish Etherisc, a blockchain insurance platform.
The cooperative gained recognition for successfully crowdfunding a significant residential project in Munich's Freiham Nord district. This development spans two plots with four buildings - three located on Gustl-Bayrhammer-Straße and one on Ute-Strittmatter-Straße, approximately four minutes walking distance apart.
Completed in autumn 2022, the Freiham project features 104 residential units with a diverse mix of apartment sizes, ranging from one to five rooms. The development follows a specific funding model with 25% allocated to income-oriented funding (EOF), 50% to Munich model apartments (MMG), and 25% without subsidies.
Beyond mere housing, Progeno emphasizes community living through shared amenities. Residents have access to communal spaces including a kitchen, co-working area, workshop, guest room, youth room, laundry facilities, and terraces. These spaces are designed to be used collectively by all inhabitants across the four buildings.
The cooperative represents a response to Munich's challenging housing market by creating affordable living spaces with strong community elements. This aligns with broader European trends toward cooperative housing models that balance individual needs with collective resources, offering an alternative to traditional rental or ownership arrangements.