Olan Homes is a housing network with a difference - a network supporting housing co-operatives. 

Our housing co-op network supports opportunities for co-op members to manage their own shared homes as groups of housemates, rather than relying on an external landlord. Some homes are places with varying types as decided by the members - from basic DIY approach for volunteer activists or those wishing to save money, to those with a more luxurious approach in other homes.

The ethos of co-op members is self-determination.
Unlike private rented accommodation, beyond the important health and safety standards, how quality and price and needs are balanced are determined by members rather than landlords or Councils - giving them same rights to decide how they live as a private owner would in their home without interference from someone who 'knows better', and provides for those who prefer to live a low-cost, low consumption, low environmental impact lifestyle.

This gives co-op members the opportunity to make their accommodation more affordable (choosing whether to do repairs themselves or via contractors for example, and deciding what standard of decor or furnishing they require, and in many cases sharing food orders), environmentally-sustainable (utilising less equipment and energy), or more accessible. Co-ops and their members to encouraged to ensure homes are open to people of all backgrounds and lifestyle needs. The ambition is to ensure that best usage of space in crowded inner-city areas, combined with shared facilities, and providing for differing lifestyles.

All co-op members are encouraged to be actively involved in the management of their properties and to engage socially.