Back in Austin, and the Which Way blogger hasn't had any time to blog! Here is a quick post with a great photo my sister-in-law sent me, taken from her apartment in Zurich. Her apartment complex is a lovely example of family-friendly courtyard housing, which I first
blogged about from Grenada, Spain. The key attribute of courtyard housing is the shared open space. When the space is designed well, it provides a wonderful area for kids to safely play, offers a green oasis for people of all ages, and nurtures the building of community among the residents.
My sister-in-law's complex contains a number of these courtyards, each of which have a secured entry and provide for a safe place for children to run around and play, as long as there isn't a snow storm in the works. Notice the sand box in the shade, ping pong table, and spaces for kids to ride around their trikes.
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