THE CO-LIVING CONCEPT IN MALAYSIA: ADOPTION BY DEVELOPERS AND USERS
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https://doi.org/10.21837/pm.v23i39.1939Keywords:
Co-living, Community, Housing development, SustainableAbstract
The concept of co-living housing is a trendy housing concept that is making its way into the real estate business. However, this concept is considered a new housing concept in Malaysia, and limited studies have been conducted focusing on this concept. Therefore, the objectives of this study are to identify level of adoption among Malaysian property developers on co-living concepts in housing development as well as to study the benefits of applying the co-living concept to individuals working in urban areas particularly in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This study employed a mixed-methods approach, utilizing both quantitative methods including online survey of co-living residents, and qualitative method which is an interview with Malaysian property developers. The data collected from the interviews were then analysed using narrative analysis, whereas the data obtained from the online survey method were then analysed using descriptive and cross-tabulation analysis. The results showed that majority property developers were familiar with co-living concepts, and they are motivated to implement this concept for future development. On the other hand, majority respondents or residents agreed that the co-living concept was the good initiative to provide affordable housing options through co-living concept implementations which are safe, comfortable, and accessible for those who live in the urban areas. Hence, implementing co-living concepts into new development is an environmental solution that addresses both the affordable housing crisis and environmental sustainability.
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