Master-Planned Communities & Regenerative Living
Master-Planned Communities have emerged as a sought-after solution to meet the growing demand for connected, diverse neighborhoods offering amenity-rich lifestyles. These communities, often centered around specific themes or amenities, aim to provide a blend of home options, retail, dining, and recreation opportunities.
While some communities have been lauded for their new urbanist designs, others have struggled to distinguish themselves from generic suburban sprawl, characterized by uniform housing and chain-store businesses. In the face of climate change and growing desire for more holistic living, Master-Planned Communities of the 21st century can present an incredible shift in real estate development.
The Potential for Healthy Living
A paradigm shift is underway as people increasingly prioritize health, wellness, and environmental consciousness in their lifestyle choices. This mirrors a larger movement towards sustainability and regeneration, with a focus on local, organic produce, non-toxic products, and wellness services that are good for both people and the planet.
Within the realm of master-planned communities, a notable trend is the emergence of agrihoods and conservation communities. These innovative developments aim not only to preserve and rejuvenate landscapes, but also to foster a deep connection between residents and their environment. Encouraging relationships with neighbors, farmers, and the land itself, they offer a genuine sense of place.
Initiatives for Regenerative Living
Strategic master planning and design empower developments to embrace initiatives that forge strong community relationships, promote healthy living, encourage local food cultivation, scale-up renewable energy adoption, and create environmental resilience through natural landscaping and water and nutrient recycling. By supporting local businesses and offering diverse, affordable housing options, these communities foster a vibrant, inclusive atmosphere that is attractive to all generations.
Crucially, master-planned communities have the unique ability to honor and celebrate the distinctiveness of the land, culture, and history, embedding these elements into the fabric of everyday life.
Our Role in Community Development
At Latitude, our core mission revolves around fostering thriving communities. We collaborate with property owners and developers to conceptualize, assemble diverse teams specializing in community design, secure funding, manage projects, and craft compelling branding and marketing strategies.
Pictured is Croman Mill, a mixed-use wellness village Latitude is working on in Ashland, Oregon with 575 Passive House certified homes, a commercial center, and pocket parks and trails.
Join Us in Shaping Communities
If you’re passionate about creating a vibrant community that embraces regenerative living and aligns with the aspirations of individuals and families seeking holistic well-being, sustainability, and a deep connection to their environment, then we invite you to connect with us. Together, we can craft communities that not only thrive but also nurture and celebrate the essence of the land and its inhabitants.
Let's explore how Latitude can partner with you to transform your vision into a reality.
Want to learn more about master planned communities?
The Regenerative Real Estate Podcast “The Land as the Brand with Kris Maher”
The Regenerative Real Estate Podcast “Developing a Living Community with Matthew Grocoff”
The Regenerative Real Esate Podcast “Serenbe: A Pioneering Community Model Connected to Nature with Steve Nygren”
