What is Community Living?

Community living is the practice of choosing intentional communities over isolated living, where people share resources, make decisions together, and support each other. In Portugal, community living includes ecovillages, eco-communities, sustainable communities, and coliving spaces.

OASA projects demonstrate community living through regenerative commons, where communities steward land together while following regenerative principles.

Types of Community Living in Portugal

Ecovillages

Ecovillages are intentional communities designed for sustainability:

• Ecological design and practices
• Renewable energy systems
• Local food production
• Community governance
• Integration with nature

Eco-Communities

Eco-communities focus on ecological practices:

• Sustainable living practices
• Regenerative agriculture
• Waste reduction and composting
• Community connection

Coliving Spaces

Coliving in Portugal combines accommodation with community:

• Shared living spaces
• Community events and activities
• Integration with sustainable practices
• Support for remote workers

Regenerative Commons

Regenerative commons combine community living with ecological restoration:

• Land held in perpetual commons
• Following regenerative principles
• Community governance
• Long-term stewardship

Benefits of Community Living

• Community Connection: Built-in social network and mutual support
• Resource Sharing: Shared infrastructure, tools, and resources reduce costs
• Sustainable Living: Integration with sustainable living practices
• Collective Governance: Participation in decision-making
• Regenerative Participation: Opportunity to participate in regenerative practices

Community Living vs. Traditional Living

Community living differs from traditional isolated living:

Community Living in Portugal

Portugal is an ideal location for community living:

• Favorable climate and natural beauty
• Growing community living movement
• Supportive legal framework
• Integration with sustainable living practices
• Access to regenerative practices

Integration with Regenerative Commons

OASA's community living integrates with regenerative commons:

• Land held in perpetual commons
• Following regenerative principles
• Community governance where members participate in decisions
• Long-term stewardship and regeneration

Community Living in Practice

At Traditional Dream Factory, community living is demonstrated through:

• Shared common spaces and infrastructure
• Community meals and events
• Collective decision-making through DAO governance
• Integration with regenerative practices
• Support for remote work communities

Related Terms

• Ecovillage - Intentional sustainable communities
• Eco-Community - Ecological communities
• Coliving Portugal - Community living spaces
• Sustainable Community - Communities designed for sustainability