cohousing deWasserij
Antwerp, Belgium
cohousing deWasserij Amenities & Features
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City
Coliving Type
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Cohousing with a group, private spaces and shared community areas; emphasis on collective living and storytelling
About cohousing deWasserij
In Antwerp’s Groen Kwartier, this cohousing project turns a former industrial laundry into a green, shared place to live. Around 48 to 50 residents make up a mixed group of children, students, workers, couples, single people, unemployed people, adults, and retirees. The setup suits people who want private space without giving up daily contact, mutual support, and a stronger use of shared areas. The atmosphere is practical rather than polished, with a clear focus on living together and making less private space go further.
Most units are reserved, so the project is largely allocated. It combines private living spaces with collective facilities and a cooperative structure involving wooncoop. The resident group was involved in the build process, including choices for tiles, kitchens, and bathrooms. A commercial unit of 175 m² with a 43 m² mezzanine becomes available from spring 2024. Most housing options were being prepared for move-in in spring 2024, and information sessions were held for interested parties.
- Private living spaces plus shared community areas
- Former industrial building with substantial greenery
- Cooperative housing structure with wooncoop involved
- Open to a wide mix of residents, including families, students, and retirees
- Three-bedroom home reserved for a family of recognized refugees
- Commercial unit of 175 m² with a 43 m² mezzanine
The social angle is central here. The project keeps space for a family of recognized refugees and uses part of its model to support people beyond the core resident group. That gives the whole place a sharper purpose than standard shared housing, with community and solidarity built into the structure rather than added on later.
Frequently Asked Questions about cohousing deWasserij
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- The community includes around 48 to 50 residents across a mixed group: children, students, workers, couples, single people, unemployed people, adults, and retirees. The project is designed to accommodate diverse backgrounds and life stages.
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- Residents have their own private living units combined with substantial shared community areas. The setup allows people to maintain personal space while still having daily contact and access to collective facilities.
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- Yes, the project uses a cooperative structure involving wooncoop. Residents were involved in decisions during the build process, including choices for tiles, kitchens, and bathrooms.
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- The project reserves a three-bedroom home for a family of recognized refugees and uses its model to support people beyond the core resident group, making community and solidarity central to the structure.
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- Cohousing deWasserij occupies a former industrial laundry in Antwerp's Groen Kwartier (Green Quarter) and features substantial greenery throughout the converted space. The atmosphere focuses on practical living rather than polish.
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Eikelstraat, 2600 Antwerpen, Belgium
cohousing deWasserij Amenities & Features
Location
CityColiving Type
SocialSpeciality
Cohousing with a group, private spaces and shared community areas; emphasis on collective living and storytellingAbout cohousing deWasserij
In Antwerp’s Groen Kwartier, this cohousing project turns a former industrial laundry into a green, shared place to live. Around 48 to 50 residents make up a mixed group of children, students, workers, couples, single people, unemployed people, adults, and retirees. The setup suits people who want private space without giving up daily contact, mutual support, and a stronger use of shared areas. The atmosphere is practical rather than polished, with a clear focus on living together and making less private space go further.
Most units are reserved, so the project is largely allocated. It combines private living spaces with collective facilities and a cooperative structure involving wooncoop. The resident group was involved in the build process, including choices for tiles, kitchens, and bathrooms. A commercial unit of 175 m² with a 43 m² mezzanine becomes available from spring 2024. Most housing options were being prepared for move-in in spring 2024, and information sessions were held for interested parties.
- Private living spaces plus shared community areas
- Former industrial building with substantial greenery
- Cooperative housing structure with wooncoop involved
- Open to a wide mix of residents, including families, students, and retirees
- Three-bedroom home reserved for a family of recognized refugees
- Commercial unit of 175 m² with a 43 m² mezzanine
The social angle is central here. The project keeps space for a family of recognized refugees and uses part of its model to support people beyond the core resident group. That gives the whole place a sharper purpose than standard shared housing, with community and solidarity built into the structure rather than added on later.
Frequently Asked Questions about cohousing deWasserij
- The community includes around 48 to 50 residents across a mixed group: children, students, workers, couples, single people, unemployed people, adults, and retirees. The project is designed to accommodate diverse backgrounds and life stages.
- Residents have their own private living units combined with substantial shared community areas. The setup allows people to maintain personal space while still having daily contact and access to collective facilities.
- Yes, the project uses a cooperative structure involving wooncoop. Residents were involved in decisions during the build process, including choices for tiles, kitchens, and bathrooms.
- The project reserves a three-bedroom home for a family of recognized refugees and uses its model to support people beyond the core resident group, making community and solidarity central to the structure.
- Cohousing deWasserij occupies a former industrial laundry in Antwerp's Groen Kwartier (Green Quarter) and features substantial greenery throughout the converted space. The atmosphere focuses on practical living rather than polish.