Every minute, a building in Europe is demolished. By the end of this documentary, 37 more will be gone—along with the stories, energy, and memories they hold. This film tells the story of HouseEurope!, a European Citizens’ Initiative aiming to make renovation faster, cheaper, and easier while stopping the cycle of demolition and reconstruction. Through expert insights and real-life examples, the film reveals how demolition wastes homes, jobs, energy, and memories, while showcasing renovation as a proven, sustainable alternative. This is more than saving buildings—it’s about rethinking our value system, preserving what already exists, and pushing for EU laws to make renovation the new norm.

This screening is organised in collaboration with ACAN NL.