The conventional roster of life milestones is under review. Having kids in your 30s is no longer a given, if kids are part of the plan at all. Career progression is non-linear. Older Adults are finding new forms of independence. And Gen Z are embracing a more fluid definition of home.

A group of Amsterdammers have been granted a plot of land to build cooperative housing – allowing residents to build, manage and control their housing independently. Amid Amsterdam's housing crisis, this initiative highlights how people create their own solutions, emphasising the need for reform.

Family dynamics in France are shifting, prompting the need for alternatives to nuclear-family arrangements. Cue Commune, the co-living dream for single parents that offers shared spaces, social events, and a dedicated app – helping to combat a loneliness epidemic and a lack of affordable housing.

Acting as a home away from home, equipped with gaming consoles, board games, vinyl players, and film screens, a new breed of socialising spaces is encouraging visitors to connect and engage in person. These venues foster community and belonging in an increasingly isolated digital landscape.

Gen Zers are increasingly turning to dinner parties for socializing, sparking a new wave of businesses catering to personalized and unique experiences. As younger generations seek opportunities for community without breaking the bank, efforts that support creative options for connection stand out.