Press & Book ReviewsSENIOR COHOUSING This book is the most comprehensive and up-to-date book currently available on the topic of senior cohousing. Written in a user-friendly format, Durrett takes the reader all the way from a definition perspective (i.e. what is cohousing and how is it differentiated from other types of housing arrangements) to the justification, rationale, and benefits of cohousing; through how to go about creating a cohousing project; to describing successful cohousing communities both domestic and abroad. The book concludes with a “frequently asked questions” section and a selected bibliography. Durrett has done a superb job in thoroughly covering the psychological, and social aspects of cohousing in addition to the logistics, operations, and design elements. Although an architect by training, Durrett has an intuitive feel for what a reader needs to know about this fast growing new trend. The comprehensive nature of this book, demonstrates Durrett’s knowledge of the topic from a holistic perspective way beyond the mere design facets of creating cohousing communities. He innately understands all the concerns, fears, misunderstandings, and objections people may have about cohousing—and logically and thoroughly addresses each one in an easy to follow logical style. Not only is this book unique in its subject matter, but also the presentation of the content is the most comprehensive and “usable” of any book currently available on this subject. Durrett’s book quite simply is the “gold standard” for anyone interested in this subject. Regardless if you are a layperson wanting basic information, a highly motivated individual wanting to create a cohousing community, or a professional working with seniors and/or the aging field, this book is a “must read.” Senior Cohousing is not only a pioneering book in its presentation and coverage of a fast growing social and lifestyle trend, but it is an insightful, comprehensive overview addressing every aspect of cohousing. This book is cohousing from A to Z – all presented in an engaging and easy to follow format. Durrett is clearly the US leader and expert in this field, and his book is guaranteed to have far-reaching impact as people become more aware of this practical, economical, creative, and resourceful way to live.
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