Maos Lyst, Housing collective in Hellerup, Denmark
Maos Lyst is a residential collective in Hellerup with outdoor spaces including a front yard, garden, greenhouse, and campfire area. The complex centers on a large communal kitchen and living space built within an early 1900s building.
The collective started in 1968 as an all-male residence but developed into a mixed community of adults and children. This shift reflects how the idea of communal living evolved over time.
The residents practice shared cooking and eating as part of their daily life, focusing on organic food and sustainable living. These communal meals are central to how people here live and connect with each other.
It is best to visit during daylight hours to see all the spaces and gardens properly. Reaching out in advance to arrange a visit is helpful, as residents are often willing to show the place and share information.
Every year the collective hosts a gathering that brings back former residents alongside current members. This annual tradition keeps the place's story alive and connects people across different generations who have lived there.
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