When you think of cohousing, you might think of cohousing developments, ecovillages, and other intentional communities in rural environments. Historically, there have been a number of communities in rural areas – and new communities are still being built.
But in light of the desire to conserve land, water, and energy, enjoy walkable neighborhoods, and support efficient urban transit systems, more and more cohousing communities are springing up in cities across North America.
Wondering how cohousing works in urban settings? Look no further than our “Cohousing Case Studies” report, which features eight communities in British Columbia, Colorado, Maryland, North Carolina, Oregon, Tennessee, and Washington. Caddis Collaborative was involved with the development of two of the communities: Germantown Commons Cohousing in Nashville and Silver Sage Village Cohousing in Boulder.
A resident of PDX Commons Cohousing in Portland says, “Here, you walk in and know every one of the people and you know them well. You greet them. They’re your friends. You do stuff with them. It’s the opposite of the isolation you sometimes get in the urban areas.”
Click here to download your free PDF of the report. And when you’re ready to think about creating your own vibrant urban village, contact us at Caddis Collaborative to find out how we can help you make your vision a reality.
