As we enter the second week of social distancing measures in the United States, we’d like to share an update of how we’re adapting to the situation. We would also like to share some reflections on what’s emerging in this unprecedented moment. Summary: We are still accepting new residents, but doing so carefully and responsibly …
Half of California households cannot afford the cost of housing in their local market. These people are paying more than 30% of their income toward housing. McKinsey put together a report on solutions to California’s housing supply shortage and the resulting jump in the cost of housing. We spoke to them about coliving as part of the …
Last Friday, Jay was invited by the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco to speak on a panel on innovative solutions to housing affordability. The event focused on practical ways to increase the supply of housing- to build more housing to meet the incredible demand that is driving up housing costs in the Bay Area. Coliving is a tool …
We worked with the multi-talented Kurt Zhuang over at Feintly to put together this video to capture the essence of coliving. We wanted to create something that would touch people, a reminder of why people are all that matter in life. Please share it widely!
We are very excited to announce that the Blueprint workspace is now headquarters of Hack the Hood! Hack the Hood is a non-profit that trains low-income youth of color in technology and marketing skills, providing an on-ramp to get involved in the lucrative technology industry. When we started the Blueprint, the community vision has always been …
In creating well-functioning, happy healthy communities, when should we create formal rules? When should we avoid formalities and fan the flames of self-managing cultures?
The California Drought. Immanent Runaway Climate Change. Record economic disparity. It’s getting real in this Whole Foods Parking lot called earth. How can we learn to share our home planet with 7 billion wildly diverse people? We think learning to be good global citizens starts with one thing: doing the dishes. “The Next Big Thing” Grows a 5 o’clock Shadow …
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Last night we had a fun, idea-filled evening of scheming, dreaming, snacking and planning for what’s to come on the ground floor at The Canopy! Outcomes and next actions: Follow-up working meeting in 2 weeks to continue making it happen! People are planning a few events and popups (more info here) We can start coworking …
Our amazing residents at The Farmhouse , Pam and AJ, have created some laser-cut masterpieces. For those of you who have lived in a coliving house before, you will greatly appreciate this… Doing the little things well goes a long way toward making a happy community!
How can a physical space be used to best support knowledge sharing and creative empowerment in a neighborhood? How can community living integrate with economic & artistic production, and strengthen the local culture & economy? How can we create community-driven economic development that empowers and includes the local communities? For the month of November, we are hosting a …