Urban Ventures LLC plans to redevelop the 35,000-square-foot convent occupied by the Sisters of St. Francis for more than 60 years into 26 units of cohousing at the center of the
Aria Denver campus at 52nd Avenue and Federal Boulevard.
The
Aria Cohousing Community is similar to other cohousing developments in that residents will have private living spaces, as well as community-based common areas that allow them to share meals and interests. Cohousing members participate in the design and future governance of their community.
So far, 10 households have joined the community and are participating in the design process. The group includes young families, as well as retirees. The goal of creating an intergenerational community is an important part of the values of this group, and design decisions are guided by the commitment to make the community welcoming to households of all ages. Common values related to community interaction, sustainability, inclusivity, intellectual growth and transparency also influence the design process.
"We are extremely excited to have this cohousing development ton the Aria Denver campus because it reflects he values that have guided us from the moment purchased the property from the Sisters of St. Francis to develop a community that attracted the kind of individuals who cared about their neighbors," says Susan Powers, president of Urban Ventures and manager of Marycrest Land LLC.
Contact Confluence Denver Development News Editor Margaret Jackson with tips and leads for future stories at margaret@confluence-denver.com.
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