This thesis examines how single-family homes in Germany can be repurposed to respond to demographic change, changing lifestyles and growing demands for spatial flexibility. Particularly in suburban areas, inefficient land use, limited adaptability and social isolation challenge the traditional associations of single-family homes with stability, privacy and autonomy.Using resilience theory as a conceptual lens, the study examines how single-family homes can remain viable and contribute to more resilient neighbourhoods. Resilience is assessed through a matrix-based analysis of floor plans and neighbourhood typologies using criteria such as modularity, redundancy, adaptability and social connectivity. The approach enables a comparative assessment of historical and contemporary single-family house designs. The results show that current types of single-family homes often lack the spatial and social flexibility required to meet evolving household structures and societal needs. However, selected architectural features - such as open-plan layouts, separable units or integrated communal areas - can significantly improve their long-term adaptability. Based on these findings, this thesis proposes design strategies to transform single-family homes into more inclusive and efficient housing models. In doing so, it contributes to the debate on sustainable peri-urban development by addressing how the existing housing stock can promote social cohesion, reduce under-utilisation and support resilience in the face of demographic and structural change.