How to Create a Close-Knit Community

Close-knit community Living

Sanctuary Village was designed with the goal of bringing back the big piece that’s missing in the hustle and bustle of today’s world: personal connections. The foundation of the lifestyle our grandparents told us stories about. But how does one revive this lost art and re-create the close-knit community of times passed?

Contemporary culture is a topic of disagreement among many. Folks either love it or hate it, but no matter which side of the argument you’re on, we can all probably agree that modern culture consists of a very diluted version of the one that existed 100 years ago. Caught up in the cogs of today’s contemporary culture machine – endless social media distractions, the higher cost of living, and long freeway commutes on top of 60-hour work weeks keeping us away from our families – it’s very easy to see how we lost sight of things that we didn’t realize were important until they weren’t there anymore. Things like knowing your neighbors, feeling a part of your community or spending quality time with the ones you love.

Parks & Inviting Public Spaces

Safe and well-maintained outdoor community spaces tend to be hubs for what one might call “random acts of gathering”. Sanctuary Village is connected throughout with narrow, tree-lined streets and wide sidewalks that offer a safe and inviting avenue to explore the neighborhood. Acres of small parks, walking trails, greens, squares, and open spaces provide the opportunity to engage in healthy, outdoor activities with family and friends.

Since Sanctuary Village is located just five blocks from historic Main Street, there are plenty of options for shopping and dining together, as well.

Neighborhood Blocks

Neighborhoods where homes are built in close proximity to one another set the tone for personal connections from the start. This type of layout allows for privacy when residents are inside their homes. Then, just stepping outside the front door brings them into a different world. The front doors of other residents are just a few steps away in either direction as all sorts of street activity passes by. A kid riding his bike, a young couple walking their dog, or a grandmother taking her grandkids to the community park.

Front Porches

Front porches have become a symbol of close-knit communities. They are one of the foundations for these wonderful settings. The front porch serves as a semi-private area where conversations between neighbors can easily develop. Walking up and knocking on a neighbor’s door can sometimes feel intrusive, especially if the purpose is just casual conversation. On the open air of the front porch, however, it’s much more comfortable for a passing neighbor to strike up a conversation from the sidewalk and then proceed up onto the porch if invited.

Read more in our article about benefits of a tight-knit community.

Sanctuary Village is recapturing the spirit of community that used to flourish in towns all across the country. Before social media addictions and long work commutes became the norm. Before we lost sight of the things that truly give meaning to our lives. The relationships we build today will contribute to the quality of the life we lead tomorrow.

Contact us today for a private showing of your dream home in your dream neighborhood!

Resources https://www.apartmenttherapy.com/designs-help-build-community-37187559

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