Sociology
The Demographic Factors Behind the Revival of Communal Living Arrangements
Quick fact
Since the 1970s, the share of one-person households doubled in many Western countries, while communal living—from cohousing to intentional communities—has seen a significant rise, particularly among millennials and seniors, as a response to economic and social pressures.
Why this is interesting
Imagine living in a house where you have your own private room but share meals and common spaces with neighbours—once a fringe idea, now a practical choice for many. What demographic shifts are pushing this revival?