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fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

This New 10-acre Desert Escape Has Private Pools, Sleek Villas, and Concierge Service-and Its Just Minutes From Joshua Tree

Panorama Villas by Fieldtrip is a luxurious desert hospitality compound featuring five custom-built villas, each equipped with a private heated pool and hot tub.
Travel
Real estate
fromRedfin | Real Estate Tips for Home Buying, Selling & More
2 weeks ago

Questions Every Buyer Should Ask Before Buying a Condo

Ask about condo association fees, what they cover, and any recent increases.
Review the condo association's financial health, including reserves and upcoming special assessments.
Understand the rules and regulations of the condo association before buying.
Learn about common area maintenance and future renovation plans.
Relationships
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

I'm 38 and live in a retirement village. My rent is cheap, and my neighbors have taught me how to be a better friend.

Living in a retirement village at 38 has transformed my perspective on aging and provided unexpected joy.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Asking Eric: How do I fix this neighbor problem without coming off as a Karen?

The odor emanating from one apartment is a mixture of rotting garbage and dirty diapers, heavily affecting the lounging area by the pool.
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Seating nooks and memory shelves: the welcoming family home embracing dementia-friendly design

Glaswegian retirees Jim McConnachie and Frances McChlery decided to build a home closer to city facilities for her sister with young-onset dementia, opting for a property in Comrie, Perthshire, with a south-facing garden.
Renovation
#architecture
Renovation
fromArchDaily
4 months ago

Razan Residence / Pargar Architecture and Design Studio

The Razan residential building creatively balances privacy with community-oriented living, emphasizing harmony with nature through its design.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
4 months ago

Razan Residence / Pargar Architecture and Design Studio

The Razan residential building creatively balances privacy with community-oriented living, emphasizing harmony with nature through its design.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

From Churches to Homes: Conversions and Contemporary Renovations That Fuse Past and Present

Churches can be effectively transformed into homes, preserving their heritage while adapting to contemporary living needs.
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

BINOME Multi-residence / APPAREIL architecture

Binome offers a unique approach to urban housing by integrating community and diversity through innovative architectural design.
Healthcare
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Trump's Budget Would Limit Investigations Into Abuse, Neglect of Disabled People

The Trump administration's budget proposal raises fears of detrimental cuts to essential services for disabled and aging Americans.
London startup
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

Studentville Housing / andre kong studio

Studentville redefines student accommodation in Lisbon with a blend of modern design and traditional architectural elements.
fromtime.com
2 months ago

What the History of Saint Augustine Can Teach us About Pope Leo XIV

Pope Leo XIV's first address highlights his Augustinian roots and the emphasis on community, compassion, and personal connection in Christian living.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

In Seattle, a group of friends wanted to live together-so they built their own apartment building

The shared living project enables a sense of community that enhances the living experience, addressing both space and social needs for families.
Online Community Development
fromwww.thelocal.se
6 years ago

Seven must-do activities for your Swedish summer bucket list

The Swedish summer experience is best summarized by the phrase ut och njut, which means get outside and enjoy it, emphasizing the importance of outdoor activities.
Berlin food
fromArchDaily
3 months ago

Apartment #1 / B+P Architects

The project aims to foster a neighborhood lifestyle in a compact urban context through thoughtful spatial design and shared community spaces.
fromArchDaily
3 months ago

Franklin Village / Sauerbruch Hutton

The design of the new residential area in Mannheim prioritizes diversity and social integration, featuring varied housing types and communal spaces that encourage interaction.
Renovation
#san-francisco
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
NYC startup

Step inside one of SF's oldest hacker houses, where founders have slept in tents and closets while raising $2 billion in VC funding

fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
NYC startup

Step inside one of SF's oldest hacker houses, where founders have slept in tents and closets while raising $2 billion in VC funding

Silicon Valley real estate
fromSFGATE
3 months ago

'I Went To Stay at The Villages To See If All The Wild Rumors About the Retirement Community Are True'

The Villages offers a lively retirement lifestyle, challenging assumptions about its social scene.
Kara Buchanan shares insights on life in this growing 55+ community.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

I couldn't afford rent in Paris, so I moved in with 12 priests

"I scoured every rental site and even researched 'logements contre services,' or work/accommodation exchanges, only to find offers from men claiming to have space in their bed for a student."
London politics
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

My Neighbors' Kids Are Driving Me Crazy! How Do I Get Some Quiet?

Community conflicts over noise require understanding differing needs between residents and families.
Small conversations can help resolve disputes rather than escalating to legal actions.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
3 months ago

Winners of the Denver Single Stair Housing Challenge Unveiled by Buildner

The Denver Single Stair Housing Challenge highlights innovative solutions for high-density residential living focused on sustainability and community.
Entries were required to enhance quality of life while addressing urban sprawl and housing shortages.
#architectural-design
Renovation
fromArchDaily
3 months ago

Dinh House / Story Architecture

Designing a home that fosters family connections and spiritual reflection for an elderly homeowner returning to his roots.
Dinh House blends functionality with the spiritual experience of light, enhancing the homeowner's quality of life.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
3 months ago

Dinh House / Story Architecture

Designing a home that fosters family connections and spiritual reflection for an elderly homeowner returning to his roots.
Dinh House blends functionality with the spiritual experience of light, enhancing the homeowner's quality of life.
fromIndependent
4 months ago

Saoirse Hanley: It was past midnight when security knocked on my door, holding a poster I had hung in the kitchen

"When it opened, they were holding a poster I had hung up in the communal kitchen, which was being returned to me on account of the fact it was against building policy to threaten to kill someone."
Film
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Harriette Cole: This neighbor acts like she's the boss of the building

Community issues can often lead to unnecessary tension.
Communication in family relationships can become strained under pressure.
Retirement
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

Meet the baby-boomer homeowners defying their generation's struggle to downsize without losing money

Baby boomers can successfully downsize in retirement, benefiting from rising home values and thriving communities.
East Bay (California)
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

I'm a student at UC Berkeley, living in a house with 11 other girls. We have only 3 bathrooms, and I sleep in the sunroom.

The off-campus house functions as a vibrant social hub for students, fostering friendship and community despite its age and character.
fromUntapped New York
4 months ago

What It's Like to Live On a Private Street In Brooklyn

Residents of private streets in Brooklyn must balance community decisions about maintenance and utilities, all while enjoying a unique but isolated living experience.
NYC real estate
fromenglish.elpais.com
5 months ago

Cohousing projects to ease Spain's real estate crisis

Speculation has become one of the enemies of housing, and is partly to blame for a rampant crisis that punishes citizens.
LA real estate
fromWashington Post
7 months ago

Condos for active seniors near Annapolis, Md.

Pinsky's decision to move to a condominium was primarily influenced by her desire to be close to family, showcasing the importance of location in life changes.
Miscellaneous
fromArchDaily
7 months ago

Blyton Bungalow / Biome Environmental Solutions

The Blyton bungalow promotes ecological sensitivity by serving as a shared home within a wilderness collective, reducing construction impacts on the environment.
fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago

3 modern-day 'Golden Girls' spent $1.2 million to build a compound to live communally as they age. Take a look.

"A lot of people gave us strange looks when we talked about our plan. I guess they thought we would implode." - Christina Guerra, reflecting on their decision to create a compound.
Miscellaneous
fromNew York Post
8 months ago

Inside TikTok's 'cold room' trend - and how to create one in your own home

Cold rooms foster community among sorority and fraternity members through communal sleeping and napping in a controlled cold environment.
fromFortune
10 months ago

Here's what renters really want, according to Zillow

Renters are increasingly valuing practical and community-centered amenities, such as pet areas and coworking spaces, over traditional luxury features like pools or fitness centers.
NYC real estate
fromwww.aljazeera.com
10 months ago

Generation rent: How youth are battling the global housing crisis

Young people are increasingly looking at communal living as a viable alternative to traditional home ownership, pooling resources to afford homes that would otherwise be out of reach. This emerging trend highlights not just financial needs but also the desire for stronger community bonds.
SF politics
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