coliving space
Introduction
The concept of coliving (from English co-living) refers to a residential model of community living that combines private accommodation with shared spaces and services. It has similarities with coworking or cooperative work and should not be confused with cohousing or cohousing.[1] The term is not yet included in the DLE.
Origin and evolution
The modern concept of coliving emerged in Silicon Valley in the early 2010s, in response to rising housing prices and the massive arrival of young professionals linked to the technological economy.[2] The idea extends the philosophy of coworking to the residential sphere, promoting communities where common spaces are shared—such as a kitchen, dining room, library or living room—with the aim of fostering collaboration and interpersonal relationships.[3].
Coliving is mainly aimed at young professionals, international students and digital nomads, and usually offers flexible contracts, included services and centralized management. It differs from cohousing in that the latter is based on community ownership or self-management, while coliving generally operates under a business or temporary rental model.
Characteristics
In this model, residents have a private room (in some cases with their own bathroom) and share common spaces that seek to enhance interaction and the feeling of community. It often includes cleaning services, maintenance, coworking, cultural or wellness activities.[4].
According to studies of the real estate sector, coliving represents one of the fastest growing branches within the living sector"), with a market estimated at more than 550,000 million euros in Europe by 2030.[5].
Unlike cohousing, coliving is designed for short or medium stays (weeks to months) and is usually financed by a developer who designs the building, manages the services and markets the rooms.[6].