“Our ambition is to create co-living environments where quality of life is enhanced
through a sense of community and shared activities. A place
where you feel at home – and where you
want to stay.”
What is a co-living community?
Some people think that it is similar to a commune. The difference is that in a co-living community like ours, you live in your own private home, which has everything you’d normally find in a rented property, whilst also having access to communal facilities such as a common house, a conservatory and lovely outdoor spaces.
What does it mean that Plushusene is a modern concept?
Our concept is based on extensive research. Among other things, we have visited various co-living communities and asked people interested in this way of living what they would like to share with others – and what they would prefer to keep to themselves. Building on this, we have developed the homes, communal facilities and the concept itself, combining the best aspects of traditional communal living with today’s need for flexibility, privacy and individual preferences.
Why across generations?
When we were developing the concept, our research showed that the vast majority of the older people surveyed preferred to live in a multi-generational setting. The same was true of the families with children who were surveyed. Experience from our community-based rental housing has since shown that this was a very good decision for both quality of life and enjoyment of life.
Privacy and community
Privacy, community and freedom need not be mutually exclusive. At Plushusene, there’s room for it all. Here, you can get involved in communal activities, enjoy the many facilities or retreat to your own home whenever it suits you.
Communities within the community
Many people live in each of the Plushusene locations. The residents do not all know one another, but small communities do form – often around shared interests.
These might include exercise, creative projects, cooking, reading groups, winter swimming, running clubs, a maternity café or a regular coffee break on the terrace. Some love the big events, whilst others thrive best in small groups.
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Security and support in everyday life
In Plushusene, you live close to others, and there’s usually someone at home. This can provide a sense of security in everyday life – and also means that a helping hand is often close at hand.
Every day, we see residents helping one another with the little practical tasks of everyday life. This might involve taking the dog for a walk, helping to hang up a picture, bringing a parcel in or picking up a few bits and pieces from the supermarket. It might also involve sharing a piece of good advice or lending a hand when something’s causing a bit of trouble.
The sense of community also extends to the local area. A neighbour might know the best route for a walk in the countryside, a good place to go for a run or a cycle, or where to find the things you need in your day-to-day life. Our residential communities are situated close to green spaces and the countryside, making it easy to get out and about – on your own or with others.
And if you’d like to free up more time for the things that matter to you, there’s the option to purchase additional services such as cleaning and window cleaning.
Many residents describe Plushusene as a modern village.
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Community Coordinator
Each co-living community housing has a dedicated community coordinator who supports the community and its residents. The community coordinator organises activities based on residents’ interests and wishes, helps get clubs and groups started, and supports the many resident-led initiatives when needed.
This includes both everyday activities and special occasions, when residents come together to celebrate community milestones and create shared traditions.
The community coordinator also acts as the day-to-day point of contact within the shared accommodation and is responsible for showing vacant flats to potential new residents.
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The Plushusene app
The Plushusene app has been developed to strengthen community spirit and make it easy to take part in activities within the neighbourhood. It provides a clear overview, encourages participation and brings people closer together – even in the midst of a busy everyday life.
Your community coordinator will help you get started and is always on hand to help.
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Property Services
Property Services manages the day-to-day operations in a structured way using a dedicated property management system. The team is responsible for ongoing exterior building maintenance, the shared outdoor areas, repairs and defects, as well as coordinating with external service providers. Property Services is also responsible for the shared tools available to residents.
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Communal facilities
The Common House is open from morning until late in the evening, so you can use the facilities whenever it suits your daily routine – whether you want to exercise, enjoy a quiet morning or meet up with your neighbours. The layout and communal facilities vary from place to place.
Communal facilities
The Common House
The Common House is the natural hub of the residential community – a place where people meet, get to know one another and become part of the community.
There is space here for communal meals, friendly chats, play, exercise, games, films, talks, creative activities and workshop projects. The house also provides a setting for celebrating special community occasions.
Green outdoor spaces and communal facilities
Outdoor areas
The green outdoor spaces and play areas provide a place for the little ones to play and enjoy the fresh air, and for the adults to relax and have good conversations.
The design of the outdoor spaces varies according to the possibilities offered by each individual development, but the focus is on kitchen gardens with raised beds, conservatories, various relaxation areas and play areas. In many places, efforts have also been made to promote biodiversity and implement biological rainwater management solutions, which channel rainwater whilst creating habitats for plants and insects.
Communal facilities
Charging points and parking
Parking facilities vary from place to place, but there are always charging points for electric cars in communal areas, so you can charge your car close to your home. If you live in a terraced house with your own parking space, you can also install a private charging point. This is a cost that you will need to cover yourself.
You can find information about parking on the page for each residential community.
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Green energy
At Plushusene, we generate electricity for the communal facilities using solar panels, whilst the rest of our energy is purchased as green energy.
At Plushusene, we approach sustainability on three levels: economic, environmental and social. The aim is to create residential communities where you can live close to nature, share resources with your neighbours and enjoy a daily life that offers the right balance between private life and community.
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Here’s what the residents say
We have asked, what’s it like to live in Plushusene:
I thought it would be a bit difficult to settle in, as I’m quite shy when there are lots of people together. But that’s not how it turned out at all. After just a few weeks, I’d got to know 40 new people.
Jytte
Resident, Plushusene
We used to live closer to my workplace, but there are SO many advantages for us as a family here.
Michelle Korsspang
Resident, Plushusene
Living here is almost as different from my time living a somewhat isolated life in a house behind a hedge as it could possibly be. Leaving my old life behind was hard, but it was absolutely the right decision. I’m enjoying it more than I ever thought possible.
Ib
Resident, Plushusene
Here, I’m never alone, unless I want to be.
Lykke
Resident, Plushusene