DETROIT: The over 50s demographic is the most significant force for housing change. The ‘individuals’ generation is turning its back on retirement community compounds, and is seeking new forms of housing for the second half of their lives.
In a 10 part series, an outline of 10 of the alternatives is provided.
5. Community-based apartment blocks or urban villages where residents share rooftop gardens, solar hot water, electricity generation systems, rooftop laundry, bike parking and communal beehives…