WCM (Worldwide Coliving Membership)
2023
The "Flexible Living - Trend Report" published by WCM (Worldwide Coliving Membership) explores the perspectives of coliving residents regarding their lifestyles, satisfaction with communal spaces, and services. The report is based on a global survey titled "Life in Coliving Space," which gathered responses from 462 participants across five member countries. The survey consisted of 26 questions that assessed residents' satisfaction with coliving arrangements and their interest in sustainability and environmental practices. The findings aim to shed light on the varying lifestyles of coliving residents, their overall contentment with their living situations, and the changes they desire. This research is crucial for understanding how the coliving community stands out on a global scale and what factors contribute to residents' experiences and expectations within these shared living environments.
How does the coliving community stand out globally? To better understand coliving residents’ perspectives on life, residential satisfaction, and needs concerning communal spaces and services in the context of coliving, WCM has conducted a global survey. Entitled Life in Coliving Space, the results assemble responses from 5 member countries, probing the varied lifestyles of this global subject group. Why, how and by how much are residents of WCM member companies satisfied with the coliving life? What kinds of changes are they looking forward to? A 26-question survey was administered to 462 participants living in 5 different countries. The questionnaire asked residents about their views on coliving as well as their satisfaction levels. Additionally, the survey probed participant’s interest in sustainability and their views on environmental practices.