The Role of Cohousing Communities in Shaping Architecture
Aleksandra Milošević Pantović
https://doi.org/10.60152/z1imo32y
Abstract: This paper examines the role of cohousing communities in shaping contemporary urban spaces, focusing on addressing the challenges faced by modern cities. Through an analysis of the architectural and social dimensions of these communities and relevant case studies, the paper demonstrates how cohousing integrates into the urban landscape, emphasizing the importance of shared spaces in fostering social capital and inclusivity. The study reassesses how cohousing practices can be applied to the broader urban fabric to enhance social cohesion and sustainability within urban environments. The research aims to identify ways in which architecture can serve as a tool for creating communities that transcend the conventional individualism of residential spaces. This structure balances theoretical and practical aspects, illustrating how cohousing communities can actively contribute to the formation and redefinition of shared space in urban settings, thereby supporting sustainable development and social cohesion.
Keywords: cohousing, urban challenges, contemporary city, architectural design, sustainable housing
How to cite this Paper (Harvard referencing style):
Milošević Pantović, A. (2024) ‘The Role of Cohousing Communities in Shaping Architecture’, in R. Bogdanović (ed.) On Architecture — Shaping the City through Architecture, Proceedings. Belgrade, Serbia: STRAND, pp. 202–210.