A really interesting intro to the theme of co-housing. I'm looking forward to reading more of the nitty-gritty details of how that's done in the US. Details of what aids and subsidies are available, how co-op housing is structured legally, and so on.
My wife is an architect and quite expert on this topic - in fact we're just undertaking a project with a group of other families to create a co-housing living space with support for disabled people. We have a disabled family member and this type of thing is just about perfect for our needs, as well as being completely in harmony with our social values. So wish us luck!
Best of luck with your co-housing project. I've been living in co-housing for almost 16 years and it's been a transformative experience. Helps that we have a labyrinth on our property. 😊 You know about sites such as CoHousing US? You could possibly find a group to support you with more information. Wishing you every success!
All the best! I’ll be watching to see how it goes for you as well. ❤️. I have written several blogs about ways we’re looking at making the community more affordable on our website GratitudeVillageCo.com.
Splendid introduction, CS! I don't know how many in the US are familiar with this lifestyle, though it's more common globally. Given our audience, I think co-housing piques interest.
Are there different models of co-housing? In other parts of the world, people may consider multigenerational coliving as simply "home" or "normal." It's wild how we in the US were convinced we all had to live separate from one another to maximize profits for real estate folks.
Though, one may still live solo in a domicile nestled within a co-housing community, yes? So theoretically, one could have the best of both worlds - privacy but integration within a close-knit community. You must enlighten us on the many possibilities and permutations of this topic!
Thank you for your introduction, and we look forward to great things together. - JM
I can’t help but be reminded of my growing up years in Queensbridge and later Ravenswood projects. We knew our neighbors. Kids went outside to play and get into trouble unsupervised. I also remember the network of hand me down clothes among my extended family. It makes me sad to see that generations have grown up without a genuine community.
I love this! My parents, bother & sister in law all live together & it is so beneficial to all of them. Thank you for writing this! 💕
A really interesting intro to the theme of co-housing. I'm looking forward to reading more of the nitty-gritty details of how that's done in the US. Details of what aids and subsidies are available, how co-op housing is structured legally, and so on.
My wife is an architect and quite expert on this topic - in fact we're just undertaking a project with a group of other families to create a co-housing living space with support for disabled people. We have a disabled family member and this type of thing is just about perfect for our needs, as well as being completely in harmony with our social values. So wish us luck!
Best of luck with your co-housing project. I've been living in co-housing for almost 16 years and it's been a transformative experience. Helps that we have a labyrinth on our property. 😊 You know about sites such as CoHousing US? You could possibly find a group to support you with more information. Wishing you every success!
Thanks for the suggestion but I don't live in the US, so it's only personal curiosity about how things compare and not something I'd need to research.
Happy your co-housing experience has been so positive!
Thank you! I’m a member of CoHoUS and our community will be soon! Hope to create a labyrinth, too!
All the best! I’ll be watching to see how it goes for you as well. ❤️. I have written several blogs about ways we’re looking at making the community more affordable on our website GratitudeVillageCo.com.
Splendid introduction, CS! I don't know how many in the US are familiar with this lifestyle, though it's more common globally. Given our audience, I think co-housing piques interest.
Are there different models of co-housing? In other parts of the world, people may consider multigenerational coliving as simply "home" or "normal." It's wild how we in the US were convinced we all had to live separate from one another to maximize profits for real estate folks.
Though, one may still live solo in a domicile nestled within a co-housing community, yes? So theoretically, one could have the best of both worlds - privacy but integration within a close-knit community. You must enlighten us on the many possibilities and permutations of this topic!
Thank you for your introduction, and we look forward to great things together. - JM
https://cohousing.org.uk/news/uk-cohousing-networks-manifesto/
Porto 15 - Innovative public co-housing - Housing Evolutions Hub https://search.app/kfx4qte4WxQ2WyW59
A lovely one from a long time radical part of Italy. Will also share UK co-housing manifesto.
I can’t help but be reminded of my growing up years in Queensbridge and later Ravenswood projects. We knew our neighbors. Kids went outside to play and get into trouble unsupervised. I also remember the network of hand me down clothes among my extended family. It makes me sad to see that generations have grown up without a genuine community.