A societal disconnect between generations exists in the UK, one which has been driven by rising house prices and a lack of suitable homes for the elderly wishing to downsize.
This intergenerational cohousing community focuses on re-establishing the links between different generations. It promotes a more sustainable way of living by facilitating the social cohesion of these generations for mutual dependence.
This new community is centred around a collaborative economy, where the cultivation, cooking and eating of food in shared facilities promotes interaction between generations. The scheme has a productive landscape, using concepts from permaculture to cultivate food while reducing impact on the planet. The kitchen and garden act as community promoters and enhancers, reinforcing a community spirit.
This educational tool imitates the generational transference of knowledge at dinner, teaching others about Chinese social values and traditions.
The tool underwent a rigorous iterative process where different groups of people were visited to test the game. Their feedback was then used as guidelines for the next iteration.
Walkways enveloping the scheme act as circulation routes as well as shared spaces where residents carry out gardening and socialise.
Community gardens and shops on the public edge of the scheme open it up to the neighbourhood, so that it becomes a local hotspot.