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People living in city centers often prioritize proximity and access to the city's diverse experiences over maximizing the size of their living space. However, new construction threatens to disrupt the existing balance of housing types by encouraging the creation of larger apartments with 3, 4, and 5 rooms that are not affordable for young people and middle-class residents. In my view, building small apartments in the heart of the city allows for the accommodation of young people and diverse populations, fosters movement and turnover of residents, and increases the consumption of city services. I chose to intervene at a site adjacent to Rabin Square due to its central location, the high percentage of young people, and the surrounding older buildings. The site is expected to further develop with the completion of the light rail. My intervention includes redesigning a residential block bordered by the streets: 'Malachi Israel,' 'Ibn Gabirol,' 'Manne,' and Chen Boulevard. The planning guiding principles focused on "the hidden life of the block," creating an internal atmosphere distinct from the busy streets surrounding it. The design of small apartments and the concept of not owning the public space allowed me to view the internal space as a public realm, serving as a place to slow down and relax.