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Denver's Community Space Trend

Denver's available space is shrinking. With people flocking to Denver like cyclers to a craft brewery, new build homes are often designed to take up less of The Mile High City's valuable space.

Space conservation isn't the only benefit of this type of lot-minimizing design; low-maintenance outdoor space and strengthened community ties are just two unintended (yet fantastic) consequences. Check out the impact that the Community Space Trend is having onhomeowners:

Low Maintenance Living

Enjoy your outdoor space without the time-intensive hassle of a large yard or garden. Withcommunity gardens, pocket parks, and shared courtyards cropping up throughout Denver, residents enjoy their time under the sun minus the hours of raking, wedding, and planting.

Stronger Community Bonds

community bonds

Head to your shared outdoor space and bump into a neighbor! This shared space trend harkens to community-strong traditions of the past. If it takes a village, why not get to know your fellow villagers - especially with technology induced isolation creeping its way into contemporary culture.

More Space to Play

Shared spaces have the potential to offer play equipment, manicured gardens, and more space than your personal yard could ever serve up.

Less Environmental Impact

The environmental footprint of outdoor upkeep is condensed through the community space model. Feel good about your smaller yard and do your part for mother earth.

So, consider one of Denver's new developments with shared outdoor locations to take advantage of the community space trend. You'll save time and money on garden upkeep and may even make a new friend or two!

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