cohousing Projects

Cohousing is a housing concept where individuals have their fully equipped private homes and gardens, including kitchens, bathrooms, and living spaces. In addition to this privacy, residents also share a large communal garden and a central building with shared facilities such as coworking spaces, professional kitchens, and laundry rooms. Cohousing aims to recreate the sense of community found in traditional village centers, fostering relationships among neighbors who can rely on each other for support. It addresses urban planning challenges in Flanders by promoting smarter use of space, creating peaceful neighborhoods, providing safe play areas for children, building more compactly, preserving green spaces, and emphasizing water management. Cohousing projects are residential initiatives designed for and by the residents themselves, challenging traditional real estate development practices. The process begins by assembling a community of residents who collaborate to envision, plan, and construct their own neighborhood. By actively involving future residents in the design process, cohousing ensures that the resulting community aligns with their needs and desires. Individuals interested in shaping their own neighborhood are encouraged to participate in these projects to help shape the future of living spaces. Cohousing differs from simply living together in one house, as it involves the creation of a community-oriented living environment where residents actively engage in the planning and development of their shared neighborhood.