Coliving Innovators Podcast by Artof.Co

About Coliving Innovators Podcast by Artof.Co

Learnings from the journeys of Coliving Founders worldwide. In the last 3 years, Mayank Pokharna spoke to 400+ stakeholders in the coliving community and had a lot of learnings in the process. When Gui told him, Why don't you record your conversations and leave them for the world? EVERYTHING COLIVING PODCAST came into being. Every week we release one conversation with a coliving founder, talking about Everything Coliving. Let's learn from those who build. In this series, we talk to leading coliving founders and learn about their coliving business models, challenges, learnings, and stories.

Publisher

Everything Coliving

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

2 Oct 2024

Latest episode

2 Apr 2026

Latest episodes

18 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   2 Apr 2026

   Inside Spain's Flex Living Boom | SIMA 2026 & Why Spain Is the "Florida of Europe" | S2, Ep 2

   Spain attracted €17 billion in real estate investment in 2025. 40% of that went into living assets. Goldman Sachs, Greystar, Blackstone, Colonies, Cohabs. They're all here. And flex living is at the center of it. In this episode, I sit down with Araceli Martín-Navarro, President of Coword (Spain's most important flex living association, 30+ years in real estate), and Santiago Herreros de Tejada, Managing Partner at Planner Exhibitions and the man behind SIMA, Europe's largest dedicated living conference. We cover: 00:00 Introduction 00:42 Araceli's background and Co-Work's founding story 02:42 Santiago's 25 years in Spanish real estate 04:37 What is SIMA? 21,000 visitors, 8,500 investors, 35 countries 06:34 How professionals can benefit from SIMA 09:08 Flex Living gets its own dedicated space at SIMA for the first time 12:33 The Spanish flex living market explained 14:07 Who are the people driving flex living demand? 16:13 Why international investors should care about Spain 17:06 "Spain is the Florida of Europe" 18:03 Infrastructure, connectivity, lifestyle, and cost advantages 19:54 The regulation question. Madrid vs Barcelona. 21:33 Working with public administration 22:49 Technical challenges. Parking, kitchens, licensing. 25:24 Madrid converting offices to coliving 27:40 SIMA ticket offer for Everything Coliving readers 29:26 Final thoughts What we discussed: - Spain's three-pillar flex living framework: flexibility, private + shared spaces, service + community - The difference between coliving, co-housing, and senior living in the Spanish context - Why €17B flowed into Spanish real estate in 2025 (30% more than 2024) - How 35-40% of that capital targeted living assets specifically - Why Madrid's administration is actively supporting flex living and office conversions - Why Barcelona's anti-displacement regulations are tightening - The concept of "social coliving" being discussed with Spanish administrations - SIMA 2026: May 20-23, Madrid. 21,000 visitors, 350 exhibitors, 200 speakers Free SIMA Tickets for Everything Coliving Readers: First 20: FREE (€400 value) Next 20: 50% off Next 20: 25% off Email mayank@everythingcoliving.com with subject "SIMA 2026" Links: SIMA 2026: https://www.simaexpo.com Coword Spain: www.coword.org Araceli on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aracelimart%C3%ADn-navarro/ Santiago on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yago-herreros-de-tejada/ Everything Coliving: https://everythingcoliving.com BookMyColiving: https://bookmycoliving.com Newsletter: https://everythingcoliving.substack.com Mayank on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/mayankpokharna #coliving #flexliving #spain #sima2026 #realestate #proptech #sharedliving #seniorliving #cohousing #madrid #barcelona #investinspain #digitalnomads #everythingcoliving

2. 

   4 Mar 2026

   Canadian Coliving Ecosystem & Converting Empty Offices Into Coliving with Toboggan Flats S2 Ep1

   Canada is sitting on a housing crisis, and the answer might be hiding inside its empty office towers.In this episode of Everything Co-living, Mayank Pokharna sits down with Robert Barnard, co-founder of Toboggan Flats, to explore one of Canada's most compelling housing solutions: converting vacant B & C-class office buildings into affordable, community-first co-living spaces.Robert walks us through the macro forces reshaping Canadian housing; from sky-high rents eating 50%+ of young workers' incomes to the loneliness epidemic hitting Gen Z hardest. Then he takes us inside a live case study in Ottawa: an 11-story office building being reimagined as a 390-person co-living community, close to Parliament Hill, the University of Ottawa, and a major hospital.In this episode:- Why Canada's housing stock is inflexible and what needs to change- How co-living addresses affordability, loneliness, and climate simultaneously- The 9-month conversion timeline vs. years for new builds- Three unit types: 4-bed share, studio, en-suite, and why the mix matters25% common space per floor by design; small, medium, and large interaction zones- The employer triangle strategy: universities, hospitals, government- Target IRR of 15–20% and development yields of ~5% for investors- Why demand is the easy part and supply is Canada's real challengeReach Robert at: robert@tobogganflats.com | tobogganflats.comEverything Co-living: everythingcoliving.comTIMESTAMPS00:00 — Intro: Mayank & Robert01:38 — 10-year housing journey in Canada05:55 — Why co-living, why now07:58 — The loneliness crisis in Canada10:30 — The office vacancy opportunity12:53 — Ottawa case study walkthrough19:08 — Room, street, neighbourhood community model27:07 — Financials: IRR, yields, stabilisation model32:27 — Demand signals from around the world35:53 — Closing thoughts#coliving #canadahousing #officetoresidential #affordablehousing #realestatecanada #colivingcanada #tobogganflats #everythingcoliving #housingcrisis #purposebuiltrental

3. 

   19 Jan 2025

   Avoid This Costly Mistake in Real Estate! Lessons from Coliving Pioneer Zafar Bhunnoo, Ep 16

   🎙️ Episode 16: Coliving Innovators Podcast with Zafar Bhunnoo In this insightful episode, we welcome Zafar Bhunnoo, a seasoned real estate expert with over 20 years of experience at firms like Blackstone and M3 Consulting. From co-founding Balance Outliving to driving Limitless, Zafar shares his journey of shaping the coliving industry in the UK. 🔑 Key Takeaways: - Zafar’s transition from traditional real estate to coliving - The evolution of coliving in the UK market - Strategies for sustainable growth and planning permissions - How to find your “why” as a coliving founder - A costly mistake every real estate entrepreneur must avoid! 💡 Top Quote: “Coliving is not just about profit—it’s about creating communities where people thrive.” 🔗 Connect with Zafar Bhunnoo: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zafarb/ 💡 Brought to you by: The Coliving Incubator Program by Artof.Co—helping founders create thriving coliving spaces. ⚡️ For more ways to grow your coliving business, consider joining the Coliving Incubator Program: https://www.artof.co/coliving-incubator The Artof.Co Incubator is a 12-month milestone-based program helping coliving entrepreneurs successfully conceptualize, build, and operate sustainable coliving businesses. We will help you make the right decisions and learn best practices along the way of setting up and scaling your business, giving you access to masterminds, a community of peers, mentors, and a milestone-based program with resources. 📙 And make sure to start with the Art of Coliving Book: https://www.artof.co/art-of-coliving-book Get insights, frameworks, and learnings from 200+ coliving entrepreneurs on how to create, launch, run, and scale a coliving space. This book has been written by interviewing coliving founders. It summarizes best practices in community building, real estate sourcing, financial models, marketing, architecture, and all other subjects related to building out your coliving business.

4. 

   21 Dec 2024

   From Billion-Dollar Contracts to Coliving: How Frederic Built Paris’s Luxury Coliving Brand, Fredric, COCO Community

   Frederic Geoffrois shares his journey from corporate contracts to building Paris's luxury coliving brand, COCO Community, and reveals the importance of starting small and scaling sustainably in the coliving business.

5. 

   7 Dec 2024

   Inside the UK Coliving Boom: Insights and Strategies from Urbanbubble’s George Ahye

   Coliving Innovators Podcast host George Ahye, Head of Coliving at Urbanbubble, shares actionable insights and expert advice on thriving coliving communities in the UK.

6. 

   29 Nov 2024

   The Secret to Thriving Coliving Spaces: User Experience Done Right with Sandra Abrouk, Ep:13

   Sandra Abrouk, a seasoned UX designer and digital nomad, shares her 5-step methodology to design seamless and transformative coliving experiences that drive user engagement and community building.

7. 

   16 Nov 2024

   Reviving Ruins to Build Communities: How Cactus Coliving is Transforming Lives in Canary Islands, Ep:12

   Join us on this episode of the Coliving Innovators Podcast as we sit down with María Mayordomo Iglesias, founder of Cactus Coliving in the Canary Islands. María shares her incredible journey of transforming abandoned spaces into thriving coliving communities. Discover: 🌱 How coliving spaces can uplift local economies through thoughtful integration. 🏠 Why transforming unused or ruined properties is a win-win for communities and entrepreneurs. 🤝 Building meaningful communities for digital nomads while preserving cultural authenticity. 🌍 Sustainability hacks: How Cactus Coliving leverages solar energy and local partnerships to minimize its environmental footprint. Whether you’re a coliving entrepreneur or a digital nomad, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you build impactful coliving spaces. 🔗 Connect with Maria & learn more about Cactus Coliving here:Cactus Coliving: https://www.cactuscoliving.com/# Follow Maria: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mar%C3%ADamayordomoigle12/ We hope you find this conversation inspiring and insightful! If you have any suggestions for future guests, let us know in the comments below 🙂 - - - ⚡️ For more ways to grow your coliving business, consider joining the Coliving Incubator Program: https://www.artof.co/coliving-incubator The Artof.Co Incubator is a 12-month milestone-based program helping coliving entrepreneurs successfully conceptualize, build and operate sustainable coliving businesses. We will help you make the right decisions and learn best practices along the way of setting up and scaling your business, giving you access to masterminds, a community of peers, mentors, and a milestone based program with resources. 📙 And make sure to start with the Art of Coliving Book: https://www.artof.co/art-of-coliving-book Get insights, frameworks, and learnings from 200+ coliving entrepreneurs on how to create, launch, run, and scale a coliving space. This book has been written by interviewing coliving founders. It summarizes best practices in community building, real estate sourcing, financial models, marketing, architecture, and all other subjects related to building out your coliving business. #Coliving #CommunityBuilding #DigitalNomads #RemoteWork

8. 

   8 Nov 2024

   Scaling Coliving: Lessons on Community, Real Estate, & Technology from Alihoop’s COO Samuel, Ep 11

   In this episode of Coliving Innovators, host Mayank Pokharna sits down with Samuel, COO and co-founder of Alihoop, a community-centric coliving brand with a focus on scaling vibrant, tech-enabled living spaces. Starting from his journey managing hostels in Southeast Asia to building a purpose-driven coliving experience in Sweden, Samuel shares the invaluable lessons he’s learned along the way.Key topics include:- The impact of community on resident satisfaction- How Alihoop leverages technology to scale while enhancing resident experience- Insights on funding, property acquisition, and growth strategies in the coliving industry- Advice for new coliving entrepreneurs on choosing a business model and building communityTune in to learn how Alihoop is transforming coliving and the valuable strategies that can help you start and scale your own coliving space. Whether you’re new to coliving or a seasoned operator, this episode is packed with actionable insights.🔗 Connect with Samuel & learn more about Allihoop Coliving here:Burgas Coliving: https://www.allihoopliving.com/Follow Katya: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samuel-gielisWe hope you find this conversation inspiring and insightful! If you have any suggestions for future guests, let us know in the comments below 🙂- - - ⚡️ For more ways to grow your coliving business, consider joining the Coliving Incubator Program: https://www.artof.co/coliving-incubatorThe Artof.Co Incubator is a 12-month milestone-based program helping coliving entrepreneurs successfully conceptualize, build and operate sustainable coliving businesses. We will help you make the right decisions and learn best practices along the way of setting up and scaling your business, giving you access to masterminds, a community of peers, mentors, and a milestone based program with resources.📙 And make sure to start with the Art of Coliving Book: https://www.artof.co/art-of-coliving-book Get insights, frameworks, and learnings from 200+ coliving entrepreneurs on how to create, launch, run, and scale a coliving space. This book has been written by interviewing coliving founders. It summarizes best practices in community building, real estate sourcing, financial models, marketing, architecture, and all other subjects related to building out your coliving business.

9. 

   26 Oct 2024

   Transforming a Post-Communist Mindset: Katya’s Coliving Mission in Bulgaria, Episode 10.

   In this episode of Coliving Innovators, we sit down with Katya Dimitrova, founder of Burgas Coliving in Bulgaria. Katya shares her inspiring journey from urban planner to coliving founder, her vision of bringing new cultural perspectives to a post-communist society, and the operational challenges of building a coliving space from the ground up. Tune in to learn about location strategies, operational tips, integrating the local economy, and how passion drives community building. 🎧 Listen to learn about: ✅ The importance of accessible location and destination marketing ✅ How urban planning skills can shape a coliving community ✅ Building community by involving locals and fostering cultural exchange ✅ Why heart-driven leadership is essential for long-term success Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more exciting stories from coliving pioneers! 🔗 Connect with Katya & learn more about Burgas Coliving here: Burgas Coliving: https://burgascoliving.com/ Follow Katya: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiadimitrova/?originalSubdomain=bg We hope you find this conversation inspiring and insightful! If you have any suggestions for future guests, let us know in the comments below 🙂 - - - ⚡️ For more ways to grow your coliving business, consider joining the Coliving Incubator Program: https://www.artof.co/coliving-incubator The Artof.Co Incubator is a 12-month milestone-based program helping coliving entrepreneurs successfully conceptualize, build and operate sustainable coliving businesses. We will help you make the right decisions and learn best practices along the way of setting up and scaling your business, giving you access to masterminds, a community of peers, mentors, and a milestone based program with resources. 📙 And make sure to start with the Art of Coliving Book: https://www.artof.co/art-of-coliving-book Get insights, frameworks, and learnings from 200+ coliving entrepreneurs on how to create, launch, run, and scale a coliving space. This book has been written by interviewing coliving founders. It summarizes best practices in community building, real estate sourcing, financial models, marketing, architecture, and all other subjects related to building out your coliving business. #Coliving #CommunityBuilding #DigitalNomads #RemoteWork #BurgasColiving

10. 

    20 Oct 2024

    Resident to Coliving Operator: Kyle Gaarder on Community, Profitablity, Self Managed Coliving, and more. Ep6

    Welcome back to Coliving Innovators! This week, we’re joined by Kyle Gaarder, who shares his personal experience of moving from being a coliving resident to co-founding ReVillage Coliving. Kyle talks about the role of community in coliving, the biggest challenges in starting a coliving space, and how entrepreneurship in this space can be both rewarding and challenging. Whether you’re an aspiring coliving operator or just interested in the coliving movement, this episode is packed with insights! 💡 Key highlights from the episode: - The Power of Community: Kyle shares why creating a sense of belonging is at the heart of a successful coliving space. - Challenges in Coliving: From finding the right property to balancing community dynamics with sustainable profit, Kyle provides real-world examples of what works and what doesn’t. - Purpose vs. Profit: How to navigate the fine line between staying true to a heart-centered mission and maintaining profitability. - Lessons for Aspiring Coliving Operators: Tips on starting your own space, including the importance of learning from other operators before diving in. Whether you’re thinking of starting a coliving space or looking to enhance your current operations, this episode is packed with actionable insights. 🔗 Listen now and learn from Kyle’s journey. We hope you find this conversation inspiring and insightful! If you have any suggestions for future guests, let us know in the comments below 🙂 - - - ⚡️ For more ways to grow your coliving business, consider joining the Coliving Incubator Program: https://www.artof.co/coliving-incubator The Artof.Co Incubator is a 12-month milestone-based program helping coliving entrepreneurs successfully conceptualize, build and operate sustainable coliving businesses. We will help you make the right decisions and learn best practices along the way of setting up and scaling your business, giving you access to masterminds, a community of peers, mentors, and a mile-stone based program with resources. 📙 And make sure to start with the Art of Coliving Book: https://www.artof.co/art-of-coliving-book Get insights, frameworks, and learnings from 200+ coliving entrepreneurs on how to create, launch, run, and scale a coliving space. This book has been written by interviewing coliving founders. It summarizes best practices in community building, real estate sourcing, financial models, marketing, architecture, and all other subjects related to building out your coliving business.

11. 

    20 Oct 2024

    The Art and Science of Coliving: In-depth Conversation with Gui Perdrix on Everything Coliving, Ep 5

    In this enlightening episode of the Coliving Innovators Podcast, hosts Mayank Pokharna and Gui Perdrix delve deep into the world of coliving. Gui, the author of “The Art of Coliving” and founder of Artof.Co, shares his unique perspective on building and scaling coliving spaces, the importance of community management, and emerging trends shaping the future of shared living. 📌 Episode Highlights: •The genesis of Artof.Co and Gui’s personal journey in coliving •Key factors for successful coliving spaces •The role of community in enhancing real estate value •Future trends: Co-ownership and diversification in coliving 🔗 Watch the full episode and learn how you can build a successful coliving business! 🔗 Check out  @ArtofCo  (https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCiRD1VH2KClucdacJ1modYg) at www.artof.co We hope you find this conversation inspiring and insightful! If you have any suggestions for future guests, let us know in the comments below 🙂 - - - ⚡️ For more ways to grow your coliving business, consider joining the Coliving Incubator Program: https://www.artof.co/coliving-incubator The Artof.Co Incubator is a 12-month milestone-based program helping coliving entrepreneurs successfully conceptualize, build and operate sustainable coliving businesses. We will help you make the right decisions and learn best practices along the way of setting up and scaling your business, giving you access to masterminds, a community of peers, mentors, and a mile-stone based program with resources. 📙 And make sure to start with the Art of Coliving Book: https://www.artof.co/art-of-coliving-book Get insights, frameworks, and learnings from 200+ coliving entrepreneurs on how to create, launch, run, and scale a coliving space. This book has been written by interviewing coliving founders. It summarizes best practices in community building, real estate sourcing, financial models, marketing, architecture, and all other subjects related to building out your coliving business.

12. 

    20 Oct 2024

    Mayur from NomadGao on how to build a Digital Nomad Coliving brand? Coliving Innovators Ep 4

    🎙️ In this episode of Coliving Innovators, we sit down with Mayur Sontakke, the founder behind NomadGao, a thriving coliving and coworking brand for digital nomads in India. From his beginnings as a financial analyst to becoming a key player in the digital nomad movement, Mayur shares his decade-long journey of building community-focused coliving spaces in emerging markets. Discover the challenges, successes, and insights from his experience scaling NomadGao across India, creating spaces that blend work, wellness, and community. 🚀 Topics covered: • The genesis of NomadGao • How retreats helped shape the first coliving space • Building a strong community around remote work • Challenges of running coliving spaces in emerging markets • The future of digital nomadism in India 🔗 Watch the full episode and learn how you can build a successful coliving business in emerging markets! 🔗 Check out  @nomadgao  (https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCQZxKvcjRy1CDAGzXmWYpdw) at www.nomadgao.com. We hope you find this conversation inspiring and insightful! If you have any suggestions for future guests, let us know in the comments below 🙂 - - - ⚡️ For more ways to grow your coliving business, consider joining the Coliving Incubator Program: https://www.artof.co/coliving-incubator The Artof.Co Incubator is a 12-month milestone-based program helping coliving entrepreneurs successfully conceptualize, build and operate sustainable coliving businesses. We will help you make the right decisions and learn best practices along the way of setting up and scaling your business, giving you access to masterminds, a community of peers, mentors, and a mile-stone based program with resources. 📙 And make sure to start with the Art of Coliving Book: https://www.artof.co/art-of-coliving-book Get insights, frameworks, and learnings from 200+ coliving entrepreneurs on how to create, launch, run, and scale a coliving space. This book has been written by interviewing coliving founders. It summarizes best practices in community building, real estate sourcing, financial models, marketing, architecture, and all other subjects related to building out your coliving business. #coliving #colivingspace #colivingbusiness #colivingentrepreneur #sharedliving #communityliving #DigitalNomads #Coliving #RemoteWork #NomadGao #EmergingMarkets #CommunityBuilding #ColivingInnovators #Entrepreneurship

13. 

    20 Oct 2024

    On Building Affordable and Accessible Coliving - Interview with Atticus LeBlanc, CEO of Padsplit, Ep3

    “There are many non-tech human interventions that happen behind the scenes that are complex, difficult, and often underestimated, which makes this business as challenging as it is.” In this conversation, Gui Perdrix sits down with Atticus LeBlanc, founder of PadSplit, a platform offering affordable and accessible coliving options across the United States. Since its founding in 2017, PadSplit has grown to over 10,000 units and has achieved profitability as a platform since the beginning of the year. The median income of PadSplit tenants is just under $30,000/year, highlighting PadSplit's commitment to providing housing solutions for low- to moderate-income workers who might otherwise not qualify for such housing. In this discussion, we dive into what PadSplit does, how the platform works, and explore crucial details like evictions and member ratings. As always, we wrap up with key insights for coliving founders looking to succeed in this space. Check out PadSplit at www.padsplit.com. We hope you find this conversation inspiring and insightful! If you have any suggestions for future guests, let us know in the comments below 🙂 - - - ⚡️ For more ways to grow your coliving business, consider joining the Coliving Incubator Program: https://www.artof.co/coliving-incubator The Artof.Co Incubator is a 12-month milestone-based program helping coliving entrepreneurs successfully conceptualize, build and operate sustainable coliving businesses. We will help you make the right decisions and learn best practices along the way of setting up and scaling your business, giving you access to masterminds, a community of peers, mentors, and a mile-stone based program with resources. 📙 And make sure to start with the Art of Coliving Book: https://www.artof.co/art-of-coliving-book Get insights, frameworks, and learnings from 200+ coliving entrepreneurs on how to create, launch, run, and scale a coliving space. This book has been written by interviewing coliving founders. It summarizes best practices in community building, real estate sourcing, financial models, marketing, architecture, and all other subjects related to building out your coliving business. #coliving #colivingspace #colivingbusiness #colivingentrepreneur #sharedliving #communityliving

14. 

    20 Oct 2024

    On Scaling Profitable Coliving with Murray Clark from The Neighbourgood, Ep 2

    In this conversation, Gui Perdrix talks to Murray Clark, founder of Neighbourgood coliving, about his journey to scaling to 500+ units while being self-funded, profitable and now expanding abroad. Neighbourgood is a connected city product offering that focuses on building multiple buildings, living and working spaces across the city of Cape Town and San Francisco. They aim to provide a lifestyle appeal that goes beyond the building itself, considering factors like quality of life, price, and community. One of their key differentiation points is that they offer a range of living arrangements, from shared spaces to private apartments, catering to different preferences and needs. Neighbourgood also includes work clubs, which are smaller, more intimate workspaces that promote community and collaboration. Their business model involves a combination of property management agreements, lease agreements, and property ownership, with a focus on density and efficient operations. For more information on Neighbourgood, check out https://neighbourgood.co.za/ We hope you enjoy this interview and may it give you inspiration! Let us know who else we should talk to in the comments 🙂 - - - ⚡️ For more ways to grow your coliving business, consider joining the Coliving Incubator Program: https://www.artof.co/coliving-incubator The Artof.Co Incubator is a 12-month milestone-based program helping coliving entrepreneurs successfully conceptualize, build and operate sustainable coliving businesses. We will help you make the right decisions and learn best practices along the way of setting up and scaling your business, giving you access to masterminds, a community of peers, mentors, and a mile-stone based program with resources. 📙 And make sure to start with the Art of Coliving Book: https://www.artof.co/art-of-coliving-book Get insights, frameworks, and learnings from 200+ coliving entrepreneurs on how to create, launch, run, and scale a coliving space. This book has been written by interviewing coliving founders. It summarizes best practices in community building, real estate sourcing, financial models, marketing, architecture, and all other subjects related to building out your coliving business. - - - 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:00 Neighbourgood's Vision and Approach 05:06 Expanding to Multiple Cities 08:09 Focus on Sustainability and Profitability 12:10 Living Arrangements and the Concept of 'Nice' 14:02 Creating a Variety of Living Spaces 21:35 Financial Model and Profitability 31:27 Lessons Learned and Advice for Coliving Founders #coliving #colivingspace #colivingbusiness #colivingentrepreneur #sharedliving #communityliving

15. 

    18 Oct 2024

    Inside Lisbon’s First Creative Coliving Space: Building Communities, One Hug at a Time, Filipa, Ep 9

    In this episode of Coliving Innovators, we chat with Filipa from SameSame Coliving, Lisbon’s first creative coliving space! Filipa shares the inspiring journey of starting SameSame, how they turned a family building into a vibrant coliving community, and her tips for building authentic connections. Learn how SameSame Coliving avoids becoming an expat bubble, integrates locals with nomads, and creates a “home away from home” experience. If you’re interested in starting a coliving space or just want to learn how to build meaningful communities, this episode is for you. Timestamps: - 00:02 – Introduction & Rapid-fire with Filipa - 03:23 – SameSame’s Origin Story - 07:47 – Story Behind the Name “SameSame” - 18:55 – The Secret to Building a Close-knit Community - 32:50 – Trends in the Coliving Industry - 36:20 – Tips for Aspiring Coliving Founders 🎧 Tune in and discover the power of building communities with love and laughter. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more exciting stories from coliving pioneers! 🔗 Links: Same Same Coliving: https://samesameliving.com/ Follow Filipa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/filipa-meirelles-441471106/ We hope you find this conversation inspiring and insightful! If you have any suggestions for future guests, let us know in the comments below 🙂 - - - ⚡️ For more ways to grow your coliving business, consider joining the Coliving Incubator Program: https://www.artof.co/coliving-incubator The Artof.Co Incubator is a 12-month milestone-based program helping coliving entrepreneurs successfully conceptualize, build and operate sustainable coliving businesses. We will help you make the right decisions and learn best practices along the way of setting up and scaling your business, giving you access to masterminds, a community of peers, mentors, and a milestone based program with resources. 📙 And make sure to start with the Art of Coliving Book: https://www.artof.co/art-of-coliving-book Get insights, frameworks, and learnings from 200+ coliving entrepreneurs on how to create, launch, run, and scale a coliving space. This book has been written by interviewing coliving founders. It summarizes best practices in community building, real estate sourcing, financial models, marketing, architecture, and all other subjects related to building out your coliving business. #Coliving #RealEstate #GroweNL #CommunityLiving #Sustainability #Podcast #ColivingInnovators #PropertyManagement

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    11 Oct 2024

    White Label Coliving, Key to Thriving Communities, Coliving 2.0 and more with Lodewijk, GroweNL

    🎙️ Welcome to another episode of Coliving Innovators! Today, we’re excited to have Lodewijk Van Grootel, co-founder of GroweNL, join us as we explore how his white label coliving consultancy is revolutionizing the coliving industry. In this episode, we dive deep into: - How GroweNL is scaling to 850 coliving units and their unique approach. - What white label coliving consultancy really means and how it helps developers build their own brand. - Key operational strategies for new coliving spaces to thrive. - Insights into building a resident-focused community that keeps customer acquisition costs low and occupancy high. - Exciting trends in coliving, from community-driven operations to sustainability. Don’t miss this insightful conversation filled with actionable advice for coliving operators and aspiring founders! 🔔 Subscribe and hit the bell icon to stay updated with more stories from coliving founders and industry leaders. 🔗 Links: Enter Coliving: https://www.growenl.nl/ Follow Lodewijk: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lodewijk-van-grootel-25811210/ We hope you find this conversation inspiring and insightful! If you have any suggestions for future guests, let us know in the comments below 🙂 - - - ⚡️ For more ways to grow your coliving business, consider joining the Coliving Incubator Program: https://www.artof.co/coliving-incubator The Artof.Co Incubator is a 12-month milestone-based program helping coliving entrepreneurs successfully conceptualize, build and operate sustainable coliving businesses. We will help you make the right decisions and learn best practices along the way of setting up and scaling your business, giving you access to masterminds, a community of peers, mentors, and a milestone based program with resources. 📙 And make sure to start with the Art of Coliving Book: https://www.artof.co/art-of-coliving-book Get insights, frameworks, and learnings from 200+ coliving entrepreneurs on how to create, launch, run, and scale a coliving space. This book has been written by interviewing coliving founders. It summarizes best practices in community building, real estate sourcing, financial models, marketing, architecture, and all other subjects related to building out your coliving business. #Coliving #RealEstate #GroweNL #CommunityLiving #Sustainability #Podcast #ColivingInnovators #PropertyManagement

17. 

    4 Oct 2024

    From 2.6(25) to 4.6(500) in Customer Reviews, Erwin, Enter Coliving with Mayank Pokharna

    🎙️ Coliving Innovators Podcast - Episode with Erwin Groenendijk | How Enter Coliving turnaround from 2.6(25) to 4.6(500) Customer Ratings & Reviews 🌍 In this episode of the Coliving Innovators Podcast, Erwin Groenendijk, co-founder of Enter Coliving, takes us through his inspiring entrepreneurial journey. Enter Coliving manages 450 units in Barcelona and has become a thriving coliving operator with a focus on community, customer experience, and sustainable growth without external funding. Here’s what we cover in this episode: - How Erwin started Enter Coliving with one apartment and scaled to 450 units 🏘️. - His approach to private loans and why they chose this route over equity funding. - How Enter Coliving boosted their ratings from 2.6 to 4.6 ⭐ by focusing on customer experience. - The power of building strong communities through events, shared spaces, and meaningful connections. - Advice for entrepreneurs looking to break into the coliving space and scale their ventures. If you are interested in coliving, real estate, or entrepreneurship, this episode is packed with actionable insights! 📲 Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe to the channel for more insights from coliving innovators from around the world. 🌍 🔗 Links: Enter Coliving: https://entercoliving.com/ Follow Erwin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erwingroenendijk/ We hope you find this conversation inspiring and insightful! If you have any suggestions for future guests, let us know in the comments below 🙂 - - - ⚡️ For more ways to grow your coliving business, consider joining the Coliving Incubator Program: https://www.artof.co/coliving-incubator The Artof.Co Incubator is a 12-month milestone-based program helping coliving entrepreneurs successfully conceptualize, build and operate sustainable coliving businesses. We will help you make the right decisions and learn best practices along the way of setting up and scaling your business, giving you access to masterminds, a community of peers, mentors, and a mile-stone based program with resources. 📙 And make sure to start with the Art of Coliving Book: https://www.artof.co/art-of-coliving-book Get insights, frameworks, and learnings from 200+ coliving entrepreneurs on how to create, launch, run, and scale a coliving space. This book has been written by interviewing coliving founders. It summarizes best practices in community building, real estate sourcing, financial models, marketing, architecture, and all other subjects related to building out your coliving business. #coliving #realestate #entrepreneurship #communitybuilding #barcelona #colivingpodcast #sustainability

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    2 Oct 2024

    Brad Hargreaves on Common's Bankruptcy

    Brad Hargreaves, the founder of Common, discusses the history and challenges of the coliving company and the reasons for its recent bankruptcy. Common started in 2015 to address housing affordability issues by building apartments designed for roommates. They focused on three, four, and five-bedroom units and worked with developers as property managers and designers. However, the company faced difficulties in generating profits from property management and design services. The COVID-19 pandemic and rising interest rates further impacted Common's business model. Brad believes that small, local operators and short-term rental models may have more success in the US coliving market. Listen to the interview to understand why Common went bankrupt, and what could have been done differently. - - - To listen to the whole song in good quality, click here: https://suno.com/song/38f3b3e1-1760-4913-8f68-d54098200401 - - - ⚡️ For more ways to grow your coliving business, consider joining the Coliving Incubator Program: https://www.artof.co/coliving-incubator The Artof.Co Incubator is a 12-month milestone-based program helping coliving entrepreneurs successfully conceptualize, build and operate sustainable coliving businesses. We will help you make the right decisions and learn best practices along the way of setting up and scaling your business, giving you access to masterminds, a community of peers, mentors, and a mile-stone based program with resources. 📙 And make sure to start with the Art of Coliving Book: https://www.artof.co/art-of-coliving-book Get insights, frameworks, and learnings from 200+ coliving entrepreneurs on how to create, launch, run, and scale a coliving space. This book has been written by interviewing coliving founders. It summarizes best practices in community building, real estate sourcing, financial models, marketing, architecture, and all other subjects related to building out your coliving business. - - - 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:56 Defining Common and Its Evolution 05:46 Diversification of Property Types 09:04 Challenges in Scaling Co-Living 12:03 Profitability and the Impact of Interest Rates 13:31 Differences Between European and US Co-Living Companies 17:45 Factors Affecting Profitability and Business Model 22:28 The Future of Coliving in the US 24:23 Brad Hargreaves' Current Endeavors 26:16 Closing Remarks and Surprise Song #coliving #colivingspace #colivingbusiness #colivingentrepreneur #sharedliving #communityliving

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