Monday, January 28, 2008

Nahalal

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Nahalal is a farming community in Israel. It was established in 1921 and is rooted on an old mastery plan. The plan is based on a cooperative that would radiate their highest ideals. At its center would be shared buildings, barns and supply sheds, girded by a ring of private residences, all surrounded by farmland. Living in a circle, all residences would equally enjoy access to facilities and neighbors. Today, Nahalal is home to roughly 750 people, many of whom work here producing olives, grapefruit and raising chickens.

3 comments:

Amy said...

What a beautiful concept! How did you learn about this?

J Berry said...

I would like to say I found it while researching early retirement options. The reality: it is in this months National Geographic. Inspiration comes from many places.

Amy said...

You are so right. I don't think we could ever run out of ideas for the topic of inspiration. ;)