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After I submit the application, what happens?"If we have a room priced within your budget, we will reach out to find out more about you, to ensure coliving will be a good fit for you. You will then be invited to meet your housemates and view the room. If there are no rooms available when you apply, or if there are no rooms suitable for you, we will reach out to let you know that you will be added to the waitlist.
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How quickly will I be contacted with next steps?Within 48 hours.
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Where is Lightning Society located?The Lightning Lofts are located in Bushwick, Brooklyn at 245 Varet Street. We are close to the Morgan L and JMZ subway lines, a short distance from many Brooklyn and New York City destinations. Bushwick is globally recognized as a cultural leader with its cutting-edge art galleries, street art, music venues, and nightclubs. We are very close to popular Brooklyn hot spots like Roberta's Pizza, Brooklyn Mirage, House of Yes, and Brooklyn Steel.
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Is Coliving right for you?There are many kinds of coliving communities, some are built around shared values whilie others are organized around industries like tech. This blog post breaks down important factors to consider before taking the plunge. You are choosing a community as much as a lifestyle, so you'll want to be sure that the values of the house align well with your own. https://www.lightningsociety.com/post/curious-about-co-living-here-are-3-things-to-consider-by-rachael-ritchie
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If I fill out the application does that mean I’m obligated to rent?No, we will arrange a call with you to discuss the options.
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Who are Lightning Society?Lightning Society is a thriving coliving community committed to the mission of facilitating deeper human connection. We’ve discovered that being part of a community of people committed to contributing to each other’s lives is among the most elemental components of a fulfilling life. We’ve learned that the most meaningful relationships are formed by gathering together for beautiful experiences and thoughtful dialog. With your support, we’ve strived to cultivate a culture that prioritizes belonging, where each of you can be celebrated for your contributions. Lightning Society Lofts in Brooklyn serves as the community hub 17 people call home. The broader community includes over 40,000 people who have participated in our programs and are connected across our social media channels. You can see more here:
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What is Coliving?Co-living, Co-housing, Shared Housing, or Intentional Communities are all variations of the same concept of living in community. Co-living comes in many forms ranging from vibrant communities based on specific values or lifestyles to those that enable Seniors to age gracefully. https://www.lightningsociety.com/post/curious-about-co-living-here-are-3-things-to-consider-by-rachael-ritchie
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How long is the lease? Can I rent month-to-month?You will be asked to sign a 6 month or 1 year lease.
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Who lives at Lightning Society Lofts?People across a variety of professions and age ranges live at Lightning Society. The residents are a unique collective of open-minded individuals who are interested in living a meaningfully connected and collaborative life. We value this progressive life experience over the traditional way of renting and owning.
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How is Lightning Society different from other co-living brands?Lightning Society attracts people who are interested in contributing and collaborating with one another to create meaningful lives. We support the growth and expansion of one another. One way we do this is by creating and hosting inspiring and entertaining events at our Loft space in Brooklyn. https://www.lightningsociety.com/events Most coliving companies like Tribe, The Collective, Common and Ollie are expanding throughout New York with generic, all-inclusive housing options designed to provide pre-furnished medium term housing solutions with little cultural impact. At Lightning Society we’ve built a vibrant community defined by long lasting friendships and extremely low turnover by staying true to our original mission — to support creativity and contribution through culturally relevant programming. https://www.lightningsociety.com/post/welcome-to-the-new-lightning-society
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Is Coliving right for you?There are many kinds of coliving communities, some are built around shared values whilie others are organized around industries like tech. This blog post breaks down important factors to consider before taking the plunge. You are choosing a community as much as a lifestyle, so you'll want to be sure that the values of the house align well with your own. https://www.lightningsociety.com/post/curious-about-co-living-here-are-3-things-to-consider-by-rachael-ritchie
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How can I submit an event idea?If you have an idea for a great event, please let us know! We’ve prepared guidelines for hosting an event along with a handy fee breakdown. https://www.lightningsociety.com/producers
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Who are Lightning Society?Lightning Society is a thriving coliving community committed to the mission of facilitating deeper human connection. We’ve discovered that being part of a community of people committed to contributing to each other’s lives is among the most elemental components of a fulfilling life. We’ve learned that the most meaningful relationships are formed by gathering together for beautiful experiences and thoughtful dialog. With your support, we’ve strived to cultivate a culture that prioritizes belonging, where each of you can be celebrated for your contributions. Lightning Society Lofts in Brooklyn serves as the community hub 17 people call home. The broader community includes over 40,000 people who have participated in our programs and are connected across our social media channels. You can see more here: https://www.lightningsociety.com/press
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How do I apply to live at Lightning Society?Please fill out this short questionnaire for immediate and future vacancies. We always review this waitlist first when rooms become available. https://www.lightningsociety.com/roommate-application
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What is Coliving?Co-living, Co-housing, Shared Housing, or Intentional Communities are all variations of the same concept of living in community. Co-living comes in many forms ranging from vibrant communities based on specific values or lifestyles to those that enable Seniors to age gracefully. https://www.lightningsociety.com/post/curious-about-co-living-here-are-3-things-to-consider-by-rachael-ritchie
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Who lives at Lightning Society Lofts?People across a variety of professions and age ranges live at Lightning Society Lofts in Bushwick, Brooklyn. The residents are a unique collective of open-minded individuals who are interested in living a meaningfully connected and collaborative life. We value this progressive life experience over the traditional way of renting and owning.
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What events are held at Lightning Society?Lightning Society places a strong emphasis on supporting the creativity of our extended community with well-designed event spaces that are reasonably priced. We have a well-appointed event space called the Blue Room and a 3400sf private roof for larger and seasonal events. We create and host programming in the following areas: • Arts & Culture: Live Music Performances, Art & Philosophy Salons, Storytelling Events • Thought Leadership: Panel Discussions, Lectures, Book Signings • Personal Development: Workshops, Classes, Seminars • Health and Wellness: Meditation, Biohacking and Medical Innovation, Connection Circles Here’s a list of our upcoming events. https://www.lightningsociety.com/events
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Where is Lightning Society located?Lightning Society is located in Bushwick, Brooklyn at 245 Varet Street. We are close to the Morgan L and JMZ subway lines, a short distance from many Brooklyn and New York City destinations. Bushwick is globally recognized as a cultural leader with its cutting-edge art galleries, street art, music venues, and nightclubs. We are very close to popular Brooklyn hot spots like Roberta's Pizza, Brooklyn Mirage, House of Yes, and Brooklyn Steel.
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Can I host an event at Lightning Society?Yes! We are committed to the mission of facilitating deeper human connection and want to develop conversation within the community further. We're creating a forum to support your contributions with our event space, blog, and social networks. The Blue Room, our newly renovated event space, is available to you to host performances, workshops, and discussions, while our blog will feature thoughts from the community about Lightning Society culture, coliving and profiles of our contributors. If you’d like to host an event or write a blog post, we’re here to help. As our collaborator, your contributions will be included on our website, social media, and newsletter, broadcasting it to the thousands of friends of Lightning Society. We’ve prepared guidelines for hosting an event along with a handy fee breakdown. https://www.lightningsociety.com/producers
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How is Lightning Society different from other co-living brands?Lightning Society attracts people who are interested in contributing and collaborating with one another to create meaningful lives. We support the growth and expansion of one another. One way we do this is by creating and hosting inspiring and entertaining events at our Loft space in Brooklyn. https://www.lightningsociety.com/events Most coliving companies like Tribe, The Collective, Common and Ollie are expanding throughout New York with generic, all-inclusive housing options designed to provide pre-furnished medium term housing solutions with little cultural impact. At Lightning Society we’ve built a vibrant community defined by long lasting friendships and extremely low turnover by staying true to our original mission — to support creativity and contribution through culturally relevant programming. https://www.lightningsociety.com/post/welcome-to-the-new-lightning-society
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