Olamina Commons 

Urban CoHousing MicroVillage growing in Winston Salem

How do you want to live? What is community to you?

Vision

We are planting seeds for a residential microvillage in Winston Salem!

Picture a diverse and multigenerational mix of owners, renters and rent to owners. We will each have our own private small house and share resource "the commons." 

Mutual aid, equal energy exchange and redistribution of wealth are foundational to what we are growing here.

Early stage (Funding founders) 

If you can qualify for $250-400K construction loan, and are serious about co-creating a community experiment, join the conversation

Or if you want a spot to drop your tiny house, there are also starter opportunities soon for that.

Coming Soon

Join us as we turn talk into action ... building housing, equitable relationships, and new community models 

Land

What can we build here?

Priority is finding a property that has at least 5 acres of land, with zoning for a cottage court sub-development.


People

Founding Investor (& future resident): 

Rayellen Kishbach, Winston Salem - I have been inspired by, learning and practicing community skills for a long time, including living in cohousing, creating community gathering places, and participating in and facilitiating circles and retreats. The initial spark for Olamina Commons is mine, and I'm looking forward to sharing the process.

Realtor:

Donna Claytor, Coldwell Banker - I'm a single mom with a passion for life and a genuine love for helping people.  Whether it was the children I inspired as a coach and physical education teacher or the lives I impact today as a leading real estate professional. I enjoy traveling, reading and following my daughter as she plays collegiate basketball. My dream is to make every moment count for you during your real estate experience. When you work with me toward the sale or purchase of your home, you can count on me to be there for you every step of the way with sound guidance and personal support. 

Builder: We plan to work with True Homes - a local Carolina-based semi-custom home builder dedicated to bringing the best new home designs, new home styles, and new home value to North and South Carolina residential communities.



Village visioner: 

We will be seeking guidance to craft what is possible from Mark Lakeman, founder of Communitecture Architecture and the City Repair Project. 

Other projects from Communitecture: Cully Green Cohousing, Cully Grove Cohousing, Sabin Green Cohousing, Mason Street Townhomes (Cohousing), Peninsula Park Cohousing, Ruth's Littlest Village (Cohousing) https://www.communitecture.net/ 

More details

Front walkway and porch

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Zoning