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The built environment plays a pivotal role in shaping shared living experiences, and today, more than ever, coliving developments must balance functionality, sustainability, and innovation. This category recognises the architects, developers, and spatial designers who push the boundaries of design to create future-proof coliving spaces—harmonizing environmental responsibility, social connectivity, and individual wellbeing. From adaptive reuse and modular construction to biophilic design and smart building technologies, this award honors the visionaries crafting the next generation of shared living environments that redefine how we live together.
Below we have summarised the deliverables for your application. Please also make sure to download the application guide and presentation template by following the buttons below to make sure you read all necessary information to have a successful Coliving Awards entry. Note that every category has its own application guide!
1. Presentation including:
2. High level summary of your project submission in the Application portal and answer to all application questions.
3. Supporting images / renders (in high resolution JPG / PNG -> 150 dpi) in ZIP format** (max 10 images). Files to be named in the following format " organisation-projectname-image# “
4. Representative project image (max 10 MB) to be used as a thumbnail in the application portal and other relevant communication from Coliving Awards about your project
5. It should be clear that your project meets the criteria for this category
Coliving interiors should go beyond aesthetics—they must create a deep sense of belonging, comfort, and identity while seamlessly adapting to residents' diverse needs and lifestyles. Thoughtfully designed environments provide a sanctuary while also fostering social connection, offering a balance between private and shared experiences.
This category recognises designers who push the boundaries of interior and FF&E innovation, integrating biophilia, modularity, circularity, sociability, and personalisation into coliving spaces. Whether through smart furniture solutions, sensory-friendly environments, or hybrid-use designs that support work-life integration, these innovations redefine how we experience shared living.
Below we have summarised the deliverables for your application. Please also make sure to download the application guide and presentation template by following the buttons below to make sure you read all necessary information to have a successful Coliving Awards entry. Note that every category has its own application guide!
1. Presentation including:
2. High level summary of your project submission in the Application portal and answer to all application questions.
3. Supporting images / renders (in high resolution JPG / PNG -> 150 dpi) in ZIP format** (max 10 images). Files to be named in the following format " organisation-projectname-image# “
4. Representative project image (max 10 MB) to be used as a thumbnail in the application portal and other relevant communication from Coliving Awards about your project
5. It should be clear that your project meets the criteria for this category
In today’s rapidly evolving real estate landscape, branding and marketing are more than just about visibility—they are about creating authentic, purpose-driven connections with residents and stakeholders alike. As shared living models continue to grow in popularity, the importance of defining a strong, meaningful brand becomes critical to stand out in a crowded market. This category will recognise coliving operators, agencies, and marketers who have successfully crafted brands that resonate deeply with the core values of shared living: community, sustainability, flexibility, and inclusivity. Whether it’s through storytelling, digital engagement, or bold marketing initiatives, we celebrate those who challenge the status quo to create genuine, timeless brands that speak to the aspirations of today’s diverse, conscious residents.
Below we have summarised the deliverables for your application. Please also make sure to download the application guide and presentation template by following the buttons below to make sure you read all necessary information to have a successful Coliving Awards entry. Note that every category has its own application guide!
1. Presentation including:
2. High level summary of your project submission in the Application portal and answer to all application questions.
3. Supporting images / renders (in high resolution JPG / PNG -> 150 dpi) in ZIP format** (max 10 images). Files to be named in the following format " organisation-projectname-image# “
4. Representative project image (max 10 MB) to be used as a thumbnail in the application portal and other relevant communication from Coliving Awards about your project
5. It should be clear that your project meets the criteria for this category
At its core, coliving is about fostering belonging, social connection, and a sense of home. In an era where affordability, mental wellbeing, and meaningful interactions are more important than ever, coliving operators must go beyond providing a place to live—they must create environments where residents thrive. This category celebrates the coliving operators and on-site teams that curate impactful community experiences, foster strong social ties, and enhance the overall user journey through thoughtful engagement, services, and community-building initiatives.
Below we have summarised the deliverables for your application. Please also make sure to download the application guide and presentation template by following the buttons below to make sure you read all necessary information to have a successful Coliving Awards entry. Note that every category has its own application guide!
1. Presentation including:
2. High level summary of your project submission in the Application portal and answer to all application questions
3. Supporting images / renders (in high resolution JPG / PNG -> 150 dpi) in ZIP format** (max 10 images). Files to be named in the following format " organisation-projectname-image# “
4. Representative project image (max 10 MB) to be used as a thumbnail in the application portal and other relevant communication from Coliving Awards about your project
5. It should be clear that your project meets the criteria for this category
Property Technology (PropTech) has the potential to accelerate the growth of coliving, increase profitability, enhance community & user experience, and support innovative shared living concepts. As the industry continues to evolve, the adoption of digital tools and smart technologies is shaping how we manage, optimise, and scale community-driven businesses like coliving. This category will recognize those who are developing software, digital products, and other property technology innovations that are driving the sector towards greater operational efficiency, sustainability, profitability, and interactivity by leveraging the wide array of technologies available to us today.
Below we have summarised the deliverables for your application. Please also make sure to download the application guide and presentation template by following the buttons below to make sure you read all necessary information to have a successful Coliving Awards entry. Note that every category has its own application guide!
1. Presentation including:
2. High level summary of your project submission in the Application portal and answer to all application questions.
3. Supporting images / renders (in high resolution JPG / PNG -> 150 dpi) in ZIP format** (max 10 images). Files to be named in the following format " organisation-projectname-image# “
4. Representative project image (max 10 MB) to be used as a thumbnail in the application portal and other relevant communication from Coliving Awards about your project
5. It should be clear that your project meets the criteria for this category
Construction Technology (ConTech) is transforming how buildings are designed, constructed, and managed. In the coliving sector, early adoption of ConTech has led to increased efficiencies, cost reductions, improved worker safety, and a reduced environmental footprint. This category celebrates the innovators—whether you are a service or product provider (offering solutions like site surveying, 3D modeling/printing, prefabrication, modular systems, or construction data analytics), a ConTech advisor, or a project owner/developer/architect integrating these technologies—who are driving the industry toward greater sustainability, scalability, and safety.
Below we have summarised the deliverables for your application. Please also make sure to download the application guide and presentation template by following the buttons below to make sure you read all necessary information to have a successful Coliving Awards entry. Note that every category has its own application guide!
1. Presentation including:
2. High level summary of your project submission in the Application portal and answer to all application questions.
3. Supporting images / renders (in high resolution JPG / PNG -> 150 dpi) in ZIP format** (max 10 images). Files to be named in the following format " organisation-projectname-image# “
4. Representative project image (max 10 MB) to be used as a thumbnail in the application portal and other relevant communication from Coliving Awards about your project
5. It should be clear that your project meets the criteria for this category
The purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) and coliving sectors are growing closer and closer together and both models support one another: as students move from their professionally-managed dorms, they want to keep the aspects of sociability and community they got so much out of during their studies. As these students and younger generations evolve their tastes and needs, so should their housing options. This category will showcase those PBSA and student coliving offers that are paving the way for communal living throughout all stages of life.
Below we have summarised the deliverables for your application. Please also make sure to download the application guide and presentation template by following the buttons below to make sure you read all necessary information to have a successful Coliving Awards entry. Note that every category has its own application guide!
1. Presentation including:
2. High level summary of your project submission in the Application portal and answer to all application questions.
3. Supporting images / renders (in high resolution JPG / PNG -> 150 dpi) in ZIP format** (max 10 images). Files to be named in the following format " organisation-projectname-image# “
4. Representative project image (max 10 MB) to be used as a thumbnail in the application portal and other relevant communication from Coliving Awards about your project
5. It should be clear that your project meets the criteria for this category
Digital nomads, freelancers, remote workers and ‘slowmads’ seek places to live and work that cater to their mobile lifestyles. Wanting to move on from the typical hostel or hotel experience, they are looking for workations, coworking and coliving hubs, a few weeks on a ‘nomad cruise’ and other options around the world that respond to their flexible jet setting lifestyle. This category will showcase the nomad coliving spaces that best cater to these needs, while considering the cultures of local areas, as well as the impact their space has on their neighbourhoods, communities, villages and the planet.
Below we have summarised the deliverables for your application. Please also make sure to download the application guide and presentation template by following the buttons below to make sure you read all necessary information to have a successful Coliving Awards entry. Note that every category has its own application guide!
1. Presentation including:
2. High level summary of your project submission in the Application portal and answer to all application questions.
3. Supporting images / renders (in high resolution JPG / PNG -> 150 dpi) in ZIP format** (max 10 images). Files to be named in the following format " organisation-projectname-image# “
4. Representative project image (max 10 MB) to be used as a thumbnail in the application portal and other relevant communication from Coliving Awards about your project
5. It should be clear that your project meets the criteria for this category
Sustainability enthusiasts, remote workers, creatives and artists seek places to stay where they can reconnect with nature and feel part of a supportive community. Whether they are appealed by a more socially responsible and eco-friendly lifestyle, the calmness, focus and inspiration these places offer or being surrounded by the beauty of nature, rural coliving offers a unique experience to a wide range of visitors. This category will showcase the rural coliving spaces that have implemented best practices to promote sustainable and community-focused lifestyles, connection to nature and access to infrastructure to lead a unique and inspiring living experience.
Below we have summarised the deliverables for your application. Please also make sure to download the application guide and presentation template by following the buttons below to make sure you read all necessary information to have a successful Coliving Awards entry. Note that every category has its own application guide!
1. Presentation including:
2. High level summary of your project submission in the Application portal and answer to all application questions.
3. Supporting images / renders (in high resolution JPG / PNG -> 150 dpi) in ZIP format** (max 10 images). Files to be named in the following format "organisation-projectname-image#“
4. Representative project image (max 10 MB) to be used as a thumbnail in the application portal and other relevant communication from Coliving Awards about your project
5. It should be clear that your project meets the criteria for this category
As people transition through different life stages, the desire for community, engagement, and purposeful living remains strong. Senior coliving is emerging as a modern response to traditional senior housing, providing dynamic, socially connected environments that empower older adults to live independently while benefiting from shared resources and intergenerational interaction. This category recognises pioneering projects that reimagine senior living, whether through fully operational coliving communities, planned or under-development projects, or well-researched, conceptually robust initiatives that demonstrate clear feasibility and impact. With Generation X, Xennials, and Millennials aging, the demand for socially and environmentally conscious senior living options is growing. This award celebrates innovative shared living models that cater to this new demographic, ensuring that aging is not about retreating from life, but about continuing to engage, contribute, and thrive in community-driven environments.
Below we have summarised the deliverables for your application. Please also make sure to download the application guide and presentation template by following the buttons below to make sure you read all necessary information to have a successful Coliving Awards entry. Note that every category has its own application guide!
1. Presentation including:
2. High level summary of your project submission in the Application portal and answer to all application questions.
3. Supporting images / renders (in high resolution JPG / PNG -> 150 dpi) in ZIP format** (max 10 images). Files to be named in the following format " organisation-projectname-image# “
4. Representative project image (max 10 MB) to be used as a thumbnail in the application portal and other relevant communication from Coliving Awards about your project
5. It should be clear that your project meets the criteria for this category
With the overlap of the residential, hospitality, commercial and office sectors comes new live / work / play hubs that accommodate people of all lifestyles, ages and backgrounds. As the coliving sector consolidates, shared living models that can respond to the diverse living, working and recreational needs of their residents and local communities will be the ones that stand out. This category will be awarded to the mixed-use developments that are providing hyper-flexibility and state-of-the-art amenities and services to their diverse communities and local areas.
Below we have summarised the deliverables for your application. Please also make sure to download the application guide and presentation template by following the buttons below to make sure you read all necessary information to have a successful Coliving Awards entry. Note that every category has its own application guide!
1. Presentation including:
2. High level summary of your project submission in the Application portal and answer to all application questions.
3. Supporting images / renders (in high resolution JPG / PNG -> 150 dpi) in ZIP format** (max 10 images). Files to be named in the following format " organisation-projectname-image# “
4. Representative project image (max 10 MB) to be used as a thumbnail in the application portal and other relevant communication from Coliving Awards about your project
5. It should be clear that your project meets the criteria for this category
In recognition of the growing diversity within the shared living sector, the Coliving Operator of the Year (SMB) award celebrates the outstanding achievements of small to medium-sized coliving brands. These brands epitomise excellence in shared living experiences, embodying innovation, sustainability, and community engagement on a scale that is both impactful and agile. As the coliving landscape continues to evolve, this award seeks to honour those operators who have demonstrated exceptional performance and resilience in navigating the complexities of the industry.
Below we have summarised the deliverables for your application. Please also make sure to download the application guide and presentation template by following the buttons below to make sure you read all necessary information to have a successful Coliving Awards entry. Note that every category has its own application guide!
1. Presentation including:
2. High level summary of your project submission in the Application portal and answer to all application questions.
3. Supporting images / renders (in high resolution JPG / PNG -> 150 dpi) in ZIP format** (max 10 images). Files to be named in the following format " organisation-projectname-image# “
4. Representative project image (max 10 MB) to be used as a thumbnail in the application portal and other relevant communication from Coliving Awards about your project
5. It should be clear that your project meets the criteria for this category
Recognising the remarkable growth and impact of coliving brands on a trajectory of expansion and scalability, the Coliving Operator of the Year (Scale Up) award celebrates the achievements of operators poised for significant industry influence. These brands exhibit a combination of visionary leadership, operational excellence, and strategic innovation, propelling them toward a prominent position within the shared living sector. As they navigate the complexities of scaling their operations, this award acknowledges their commitment to redefining the standards of excellence in coliving on a broader scale.
Below we have summarised the deliverables for your application. Please also make sure to download the application guide and presentation template by following the buttons below to make sure you read all necessary information to have a successful Coliving Awards entry. Note that every category has its own application guide!
1. Presentation including:
2. High level summary of your project submission in the Application portal and answer to all application questions.
3. Supporting images / renders (in high resolution JPG / PNG -> 150 dpi) in ZIP format** (max 10 images). Files to be named in the following format " organisation-projectname-image# “
4. Representative project image (max 10 MB) to be used as a thumbnail in the application portal and other relevant communication from Coliving Awards about your project
5. It should be clear that your project meets the criteria for this category
Recognising the pivotal role of developers in shaping the future of shared living environments, the Coliving Developer of the Year award celebrates excellence in the conception, design, and implementation of innovative coliving spaces. From visionary architecture to sustainable construction practices, this award honours developers who redefine the boundaries of shared living, creating spaces that inspire, connect, and enrich the lives of their residents.
Below we have summarised the deliverables for your application. Please also make sure to download the application guide and presentation template by following the buttons below to make sure you read all necessary information to have a successful Coliving Awards entry. Note that every category has its own application guide!
1. Presentation including:
2. High level summary of your project submission in the Application portal and answer to all application questions.
3. Supporting images / renders (in high resolution JPG / PNG -> 150 dpi) in ZIP format** (max 10 images). Files to be named in the following format " organisation-projectname-image# “
4. Representative project image (max 10 MB) to be used as a thumbnail in the application portal and other relevant communication from Coliving Awards about your project
5. It should be clear that your project meets the criteria for this category
The Coliving Investment of the Year award recognises outstanding investments in the coliving and shared living sector that demonstrate a commitment to innovation, sustainability, and community development. From strategic funding initiatives to impactful partnerships, this award celebrates investments that contribute to the growth and advancement of the coliving industry while creating positive social, environmental, and economic outcomes.
Below we have summarised the deliverables for your application. Please also make sure to download the application guide and presentation template by following the buttons below to make sure you read all necessary information to have a successful Coliving Awards entry. Note that every category has its own application guide!
1. Presentation including:
2. High level summary of your project submission in the Application portal and answer to all application questions.
3. Supporting images / renders (in high resolution JPG / PNG -> 150 dpi) in ZIP format** (max 10 images). Files to be named in the following format " organisation-projectname-image# “
4. Representative project image (max 10 MB) to be used as a thumbnail in the application portal and other relevant communication from Coliving Awards about your project
5. It should be clear that your project meets the criteria for this category
If you are an aspiring coliving project and are currently developing your brand, space and ultimately community, this category is for you. Although you may not yet be in operations or even under development, we wanted to showcase and celebrate the grit, courage and effort you are putting into making your dream a reality. This category will therefore award those projects that are in ideation, development and / or construction phases that have the biggest potential for being the ‘new kid on the block’.
Below we have summarised the deliverables for your application. Please also make sure to download the application guide and presentation template by following the buttons below to make sure you read all necessary information to have a successful Coliving Awards entry. Note that every category has its own application guide!
1. Presentation including:
2. High level summary of your project submission in the Application portal and answer to all application questions.
3. Supporting images / renders (in high resolution JPG / PNG -> 150 dpi) in ZIP format** (max 10 images). Files to be named in the following format " organisation-projectname-image# “
4. Representative project image (max 10 MB) to be used as a thumbnail in the application portal and other relevant communication from Coliving Awards about your project
5. It should be clear that your project meets the criteria for this category
We understand that innovation not only comes from entrepreneurs and creatives, but also the curious students and researchers of the world. Universities around the world are studying the shared living phenomenon from a range of perspectives: real estate development, asset management, spatial design, sociology, psychology and many more. This category will highlight academic research projects from undergraduate and graduate students who are aiming to redefine the future of coliving.
Below we have summarised the deliverables for your application. Please also make sure to download the application guide and presentation template by following the buttons below to make sure you read all necessary information to have a successful Coliving Awards entry. Note that every category has its own application guide!
1. Presentation including:
2. High level summary of your project submission in the Application portal and answer to all application questions.
3. Supporting images / renders (in high resolution JPG / PNG -> 150 dpi) in ZIP format** (max 10 images). Files to be named in the following format " organisation-projectname-image# “
4. Representative project image (max 10 MB) to be used as a thumbnail in the application portal and other relevant communication from Coliving Awards about your project
5. It should be clear that your project meets the criteria for this category
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