Gratitude Village Colorado welcomes Charles Durrett, nationally acclaimed architect, author and cohousing pioneer, for an evening celebrating the power of intentional community, sustainability & connected living.

Durrett, who helped introduce the concept of cohousing to the United States and has authored 16 influential books on the subject, will give a keynote presentation on Thursday, September 18, 2025, from 6:00–8:00 PM at Gather at Lakeside. His talk will explore the foundations of cohousing, spotlight his latest work, One Life, Live It!, which chronicles the story of Solheimar—a thriving intergenerational, neuro-inclusive community in Iceland, and highlight the launch of Gratitude Village, Denver's newest cohousing community.

The evening starts off with an author meet & greet, book signing and snacks, cookies and soft drinks before Durrett begins his 50 minute presentation which is followed by Q&A and community discussion. This is an ideal event for individuals, families, housing & disability advocates, policymakers and anyone curious about more sustainable & connected ways to live.