Tel Aviv is set to hold its annual Batim Mibifnim Open House weekend, giving attendees an opportunity to visit homes, public spaces, and buildings and get a deeper, more intimate view of the familiar sites of the city.

The annual series of events will take place May 7 through 9. Most events are open without advance registration, while those requiring booking will open on Friday morning, May 1.

This year’s edition marks the 50th anniversary of the Tel Aviv Foundation, with visits to dozens of buildings constructed throughout the city with the civic foundation’s initiative and support.

One of the open houses available for viewing is 70 Hayarkon Street, designed by architect Ze’ev Rechter in 1934 with a later 1965 addition by Arieh Sharon.

The Bauhaus building, one of twin three-story buildings with apartments facing the sea, was recently restored and renovated by Shefer Architects. The property includes a building known as Beit HaShomer, a villa that was once home to iconic Israeli singer Meir Ariel and his family.

There will be guided tours of several........

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