<p>“The Diane Margolis’ rendition of cohousing is a very human one, and overdue. Putting together<br />
a custom high-functioning neighborhood is never simple, and this book does not shy away from<br />
the complexities. But getting these communities together is getting easier—the foibles are fewer<br />
because of stories like this—and one day cohousing will be the norm, not the exception.”</p>

- Charles Durrett, architect, AIA, and cofounder of cohousing in North America

<p>“With a background as an author and sociologist, Diane Margolis has been an early pioneer and<br />
leader in the cohousing movement in America. She has a deep understanding of the social<br />
process critical to the creative and successful development and evolution of cohousing<br />
communities. I definitely recommend We Built a Village.”</p>

- James W Leach, President, Wonderland Hill Development Company

<p>“This book takes us back to the formation of the first cohousing communities in the United<br />
States, when ordinary people (not just architects, developers, and planners) decided they wanted<br />
a different kind of neighborhood where they collaborate with their neighbors on a daily basis.<br />
That Cambridge Cohousing, along with hundreds of other communities, is still thriving shows<br />
that Americans are looking for something the housing market is still not providing—authentic<br />
community. The book illustrates how people without “a leader” or shared spiritual practice can<br />
create strong enduring communities that attract their next generations of residents and stand the<br />
test of time. I am particularly intrigued by Diane’s discussions of how Americans struggle with<br />
private property rights vs the commons, conflicting values deeply embedded in most of us.”</p>

- Kathryn McCamant, President, CoHousing Solutions; cofounder of cohousing in North America