The Art of Coliving Book

A proven approach on how to build differentiated and life-enhancing communal spaces at scale.

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introduction

How can coliving operators succeed in creating transformative communal experiences at high scale?

This is the question that author Gui Perdrix is answering through the Art of Coliving approach. With learning and interviews from more than 100 coliving operators, Art of Coliving is a scientific, step-by-step method to enable operators and developers to build high-scale coliving spaces without losing the human essence.

Filled with personal insights, case studies, and applicable modules, Art of Coliving is a must for any existing and prospective coliving founder, operator, developer and professional to apply the state of the art of coliving creation.

120+
Interviews Conducted
20
Worksheets Included
40+
Case Studies

Learn the Coliving Fundamentals

Current and future state of coliving
Designing and implement your coliving concept
Building genuine community at scale

what's inside?

Two books in one.

The 6 Elements of Strong Coliving Experiences
1
Concept
1
Concept
How to build a holistic concept inside-out, including vision, mission, audience, and values.
Laying down the
foundations.
7
Business Model
7
Business Model
Understanding different types of business models, setting the price and diversifying income streams.
2
 Design & Architecture
2
 Design & Architecture
Understanding the fundamental principles of how to think coliving design and solving density.
Creating your space.
8
Real Estate
8
Real Estate
Best practices on how to find, acquire, and grow your real estate operations, including ground-up development.
3
Residents
3
Residents
How to choose the right residents, indicators of problematic tenants, and setting the vetting process.
Attractive and choosing the audience.
9
Marketing
9
Marketing
Key principles for marketing teams to be in integrity with your promise and attract the right residents.
4
Levels of Engagement
4
Levels of Engagement
Setting responsibilities for residents and deciding their level of interaction with the coliving company.
Creating your
systems.
10
Team Structure
10
Team Structure
Understanding the role of the community facilitator and structuring teams for high-scale operations.
5
Principles of Interaction
5
Principles of Interaction
Having an influence on how residents interact with each other by tapping into community and personal values.
Fundamentals
for your success.
11
LEGAL
11
LEGAL
Understanding main legal barriers to entry and criteria for public policy changes.
6
User Experience
6
User Experience
Setting the user interaction touch points from the moment a prospect interactions with your brand until s/he leaves the space.
Standing out with your own magic.
12
Growth Paths
12
Growth Paths
Understanding which growth path to choose and how to avoid the scaling trap.
1
Concept
1
Concept
How to build a holistic concept inside-out, including vision, mission, audience, and values.
Laying down the
foundations.
7
Business Model
7
Business Model
Understanding different types of business models, setting the price and diversifying income streams.
2
 Design & Architecture
2
 Design & Architecture
Understanding the fundamental principles of how to think coliving design and solving density.
Creating your space.
8
Real Estate
8
Real Estate
Best practices on how to find, acquire, and grow your real estate operations, including ground-up development.
3
Residents
3
Residents
How to choose the right residents, indicators of problematic tenants, and setting the vetting process.
Attractive and choosing the audience.
9
Marketing
9
Marketing
Key principles for marketing teams to be in integrity with your promise and attract the right residents.
4
Levels of Engagement
4
Levels of Engagement
Setting responsibilities for residents and deciding their level of interaction with the coliving company.
Creating your
systems.
10
Team Structure
10
Team Structure
Understanding the role of the community facilitator and structuring teams for high-scale operations.
5
Principles of Interaction
5
Principles of Interaction
Having an influence on how residents interact with each other by tapping into community and personal values.
Fundamentals
for your success.
11
Principles of Interaction
11
Principles of Interaction
Having an influence on how residents interact with each other by tapping into community and personal values.
6
User Experience
6
User Experience
Setting the user interaction touchpoints from the moment a prospect interactions with your brand until s/he leaves the space.
Standing out with your own magic.
12
User Experience
12
User Experience
Setting the user interaction touchpoints from the moment a prospect interactions with your brand until s/he leaves the space.
2
 Design & Architecture
2
 Design & Architecture
Understanding the fundamental principles of how to think coliving design and solving density.
Creating your space.
8
Real Estate
8
Real Estate
Best practices on how to find, acquire, and grow your real estate operations, including ground-up development.
3
Residents
3
Residents
How to choose the right residents, indicators of problematic tenants, and setting the vetting process.
Attractive and choosing the audience.
9
Marketing
9
Marketing
Key principles for marketing teams to be in integrity with your promise and attract the right residents.
4
Levels of Engagement
4
Levels of Engagement
Setting responsibilities for residents and deciding their level of interaction with the coliving company.
Creating your
systems.
10
Team Structure
10
Team Structure
Understanding the role of the community facilitator and structuring teams for high-scale operations.
5
Principles of Interaction
5
Principles of Interaction
Having an influence on how residents interact with each other by tapping into community and personal values.
Fundamentals
for your success.
11
Principles of Interaction
11
Principles of Interaction
Having an influence on how residents interact with each other by tapping into community and personal values.
6
User Experience
6
User Experience
Setting the user interaction touchpoints from the moment a prospect interactions with your brand until s/he leaves the space.
Standing out with your own magic.
12
User Experience
12
User Experience
Setting the user interaction touchpoints from the moment a prospect interactions with your brand until s/he leaves the space.
The 6 Pillars of Strong Coliving Businesses
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About the Author

Gui Perdrix has visited more than 100 coliving spaces to understand the fundamentals of coliving building. Gui used to be a coliving operator himself, running several pop-up coliving spaces in four continents.

Having worked with major coliving developers, Gui shares unpublished content that will transform your coliving operations to next levels of success.

About the Publisher

Art of Coliving is an initiative sponsored by Co-Liv, a do-tank that promotes and guides the coliving industry towards a life-enhancing movement.

About the Author

Gui Perdrix has visited more than 100 coliving spaces to understand the fundamentals of coliving building. Gui used to be a coliving operator himself, running several pop-up coliving spaces in four continents.

Having worked with major coliving developers, Gui shares unpublished content that will transform your coliving operations to next levels of success.

About the Publisher

Art of Coliving is an initiative sponsored by Co-Liv, a do-tank that promotes and guides the coliving industry towards a life-enhancing movement. Learn more here.

What Others Say

"I can't wait for this book"

“Having watched Gui develop within the coliving industry and becoming a thought leader in his field, this book is going to impact the industry at scale.”

Shashikirian Rao
‍Cofounder, Draper Startup house
"It's time for the Art of Coliving"

“Every industry needs time to get established. I'm looking forward to seeing some true thought leadership influence the development of the coliving industry and bring it up to speed.”

Fabrice Simondi
CEO, Vitanovae
"Finally someone understood"

“After working with Gui for several years now, it's been an honor to work with some of the greatest brain in the coliving scene. I don't expect less from this book.”

Matt Lesniaks
‍CEO, Conscious Coliving

THE ART OF COLIVING BOOK

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Coliving is a human experience and it is the quality of human interactions that will define its success.

Our mission is to bring awareness, education and transformation to the coliving industry to make it a human-centered, life-enhancing experience to residents.