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This family co-living space in NYC is perfect for city parents

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Danielle Valente
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Although Gotham has emerged victorious as the best city in the world (so says Time Out readers), life for NYC parents isn't always seamless. 

New Yorkers are fortunate enough to have access to inspiring family attractions, epic kids' museums and tons of fun restaurants, but these perks come with high rent, small spaces and kiddos anxious to release pent-up energy. 

Photograph: Courtesy Kin + Adam Macchia

However, a new co-living space, the brainchild of Tishman Speyer and Common, is attempting to make things easier for urban parents. Kin, the first-of-its-kind housing, is headed for Long Island City this May, and the Jackson Park housing will offer everything from a shared play space to a childcare concierge, community events and indoor and outdoor pools.

The amenities are just one aspect of the Kin philosophy. Technology is looking to link parents together courtesy of the Kin app, where moms and dads will be able to book babysitters last-minute, join chat groups based on their interests (soon-to-be parents and infants are among some of the topics) and foster a small community by sending an RSVP to Kin events, or even creating your own! 

Photograph: Courtesy Kin

“We are focused on meeting the needs of America’s rapidly changing cities and the people who live in them,” Rob Speyer, CEO and president of Tishman Speyer said in a statement. “Kin is a natural extension of our ongoing efforts to ensure people can access the lifestyle they crave in and around our nation’s urban centers."

Common founder and CEO Brad Hargreaves found himself in a similar situation to many NYC parents when he and his wife welcomed a baby boy and began to search for affordable housing and a community in which to raise their child. 

Photograph: Courtesy Kin

"Parenting should be a community experience, and we wanted to create a place where families can make connections with people going through the same problems, experiences and joys,” he said in a statement. 

According to Curbed, rent and apartment sizes have yet to be revealed, however, Kin is looking to stay below the median rent and is open to all residents who are interested. 

If you're coming to the end of a lease, do you think you'd give Kin a go? 

Learn more about the co-living space at kinfamilies.com

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