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LIVING The draws of shared space, sustainability and valued community

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ohousing is all about the mentality of its members – people who want to move into a shared-space community to live among others who intentionally want to build lives centered on collaboration. Multi-generational cohousing communities are prevalent around the world, including several in Durham, and attract people who seek a stable living space that is environmentally and socially sustainable. 

Solterra residents meet for weekly cantina nights. Families take turns cooking, and everyone shares meals and conversation in the common house.

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