We visited Finn, Merete and Karin for a chat about life in the new community.

Both Finn and Karin moved in in February when the apartments were ready to move into, while Merete arrived a little later and moved in in April. Fortunately, it hasn't made any difference in terms of becoming part of the community, she says.

New residents are constantly arriving and everyone is welcomed. New residents quickly discover the many great experiences that await them in their new neighborhood. There's room for everyone - singles as well as couples - and the age range is wide. And there are activities for all tastes. Recently, for example, a joint excursion was organized with a canal tour in Copenhagen, where many of the residents participated. And those who couldn't join the tour due to leg problems etc. instead held their own lunch event in the atrium garden, so no one felt left out.

A community of enthusiasts

Sophushaven is full of enthusiasts, and there is no shortage of ideas for cozy and fun community activities. For example, every day there is a "communal meal" at 18:30. All you have to do is join in if you want to, bring your own food and show up in the common room. Some days there are two and other days there are 30 participants. And some eat a liver pate sandwich, while others eat a big steak. That's not the important thing. It's about enjoying your food in the company of your neighbors - rather than sitting alone at the dinner table or eating in front of the TV. And it's not uncommon for the communal dining to be so cozy that the residents stay all evening; talking and laughing - and maybe even opening a bottle of wine or two.

Other activities at Sophushaven include the Food Club, where a food team of four residents take turns every 14 days to cook for the others. On Friday afternoons, there is a Friday bar, and there is a joint gymnastics training every week. These are just some of the many activities that are becoming a tradition at Sophushaven.

Finn is setting up a wine club, he says. Merete wants to organize joint badminton training, and Karin is planning a joint New Year's trip for anyone who, like her, wants to get away over the New Year.

We are quite impressed with how quickly the community has developed in Sophushaven, which is not even six months old. And Finn, Karin and Merete all agree with us that the community has bonded really quickly.

All three agree that moving into Sophushaven has had a great and positive impact on them, their lives and everyday life.