The fundamental aspect of cohousing is that neighbors get to know each other. In order to create that sense of community, cohousing neighborhoods consist of 20-40 private homes, clustered among shared facilities, fostering a village feeling. A typical Common House includes a large kitchen and dining area for optional shared dinners a few nights per week, a living room, kids’ play room, and guest rooms. Some also include a workshop and rooms for fitness or crafts/sewing. Recreational open spaces are shared. The design of the neighborhood encourages spontaneous interaction, including conversation, movie nights, game playing, dancing, and more.
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