I spent two weeks at Nine, and if I had my time again, I would have stay for a month+. Nine is a co-live, yes - but it's a home, and it's a family, it's an experience of culture and connection and passion wrapped up in one. The space was highly recommended to me, so yes my expectations were high and my expectations were exceeded.
In my opinion, Nine gets to the core of what co-living is about. Which is experiencing a life that different from your own, I see this happening in three ways - it comes from experiencing culture, evolving as an individual in a new environment, and community engagement. Nine, facilitated experiences in all these areas.
I was touched by the warmth of the staff, the openness and (literal) open arms on my arrival. I felt so at home and so comfortable, this was not because I am adaptable, it is because every aspect of community and care has been considered.
Anne the owner, has been incredibly intentional with the space itself but also the energy that the space offers. The feeling of Nine is warmth. The staff, all of them, embody what Nine is about, they all make an effort to get to you know. They all ask questions, and they all bring their own unique aspects and are the perfect blend of professional/supportive/friendly.
As a young female travelling on my own, it's really important for me to feel safe and supported where ever I go, and I felt very held in this environment. The staff even helped me figure out how to pay a fine (that I couldn't read in Spanish), in places like this, it's so often the small moments of care, that speak wonders.
Nine are pioneers in the Co-living world, if you haven't already, it's one to add to the bucket list.
Things that will stay with me:
- I adored the family dinners, these were a highlight of my time (as were the lunches and days out!).
- My room was magic, I was in the Mimi room, its colourful and spacious and close to the kitchen so was perfect for early morning teas!
- I cannot explain how special the work space is, I was SOO productive, despite also being so social, because I felt so inspired to work and write by the beautiful windows.
- I'm a sucker for organisation so I loved the systems of Nine, the individual boxes in the kitchen, how payments are none, the very informative slack channel ect.
All I can say is I am forever grateful for this experience and I hope the world gets to experience the magic of Nine.