• About the Book

    A Blueprint for Our Shared Future

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    Trust, Rules & Tools

    Building the Foundation for our Shared Future

    How we live together is no longer just a choice—it’s the challenge of our time. Housing shortages, climate change, social disconnection, governance failures, and technological disruption are reshaping our world. How do we respond?

    In Trust, Rules & Tools: Building the Foundation for Our Shared Future, José Alejandro Llanos presents a bold blueprint for reimagining shared living as a solution to these global crises. Drawing from firsthand experiences across seven continents, in-depth research, real-world case studies, and expert interviews, Llanos reveals why shared living has struggled to scale—and how we can finally make it work.

    Through history, psychology, policy, and cutting-edge technology, this book:

    • Unpacks seven global crises—including housing, mental health, and climate—and shows how shared living can create systemic change.
    • Analyzes the biggest barriers to coliving—from outdated policies to social resistance—and offers proven solutions from real-world successes and failures.
    • Presents a roadmap for governments, developers, and communities to design, scale, and sustain thriving shared living models.
    • Showcases groundbreaking case studies of coliving models, policy shifts, and architectural innovations that are reshaping cities.
    • Includes expert insights from urban planners, developers, and community leaders who are redefining how we live, work, and connect.

    This is more than a book—it’s a call to action. Whether you’re a policymaker, developer, or an individual seeking connection and purpose, Trust, Rules & Tools gives you the knowledge to take action.

    The future of living is shared. Are you ready to build it?

  • What You'll Discover Inside

    The book is divided in five parts.

    1

    Vision & Context

    A sweeping exploration of how human collaboration has evolved and why shared living is uniquely positioned to address our most pressing global crises:

    • The housing and economic crisis
    • The climate and biodiversity crisis
    • The mental health and loneliness epidemic
    • The identity and belonging crisis
    • Governance and leadership failures
    • Technological displacement and ethical dilemmas
    • Social and political polarization.
    2

    Trust: The Foundation

    Discover how trust, the cornerstone of any thriving community, can be cultivated and scaled. From the psychology of trust to cultural variations and digital reputation systems, learn what makes communities resilient and adaptable.

    3

    Rules: The Framework

    Explore the governance, legal, and financial models that make shared living equitable and sustainable. This section unpacks best practices from successful coliving spaces and other shared living models, from cohousing to purpose-built communities.

    4

    Tools: The Infrastructure

    Technology is revolutionizing how we live together. Dive into the tools and systems that power shared living—from resource management platforms to AI-driven community solutions—and how they can scale communities globally.

    5

    The Roadmap

    A detailed guide for governments, developers, investors, and individuals to design, implement, and grow shared living solutions. This section includes actionable strategies for building thriving ecosystems that address both local and global challenges.

  • Why This Book Matters

    We are living through an era of unprecedented change. Rising inequality, environmental collapse, social disconnection, and governance failures have left us searching for solutions. Trust, Rules & Tools argues that shared living is more than just a housing model—it’s a transformative way of addressing the systemic crises of our time.

    By fostering collaboration, sustainability, and connection, shared living offers a framework for reimagining how we build homes, communities, and societies. This book combines big-picture vision with practical tools, inspiring readers to take action and rethink the way we live together.

    Who Is It For?

    Whether you’re a:

    • Policymaker rethinking urban development and housing policy,
    • Developer looking for the next wave of sustainable real estate,
    • Investor eager to shape the future of housing,
    • Community Leader building resilient, inclusive spaces,
    • Individual seeking connection, purpose, and a more meaningful way of living,

    Trust, Rules & Tools is your essential guide to navigating the future of shared living and addressing the global challenges of our time.

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  • Let's Build the Future Together

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