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About Allihoop

How long has Allihoop been operating?

Allihoop got its start in 2020, with a rather ambitious core question; How can you create a socially active and engaging community of young talents through housing? The first tentative step was opening ten studios [...]

How is Allihoop different from other providers?

Coliving has been a rapidly growing trend across the world in the last decade, with the goal to bring the idea of community living into the 21st century and all the perks it has to offer in a modern society [...]

What does Allihoop offer?

Allihoop is built around making medium-term housing in Stockholm simpler, more flexible, and more engaging. The value lies not only in the private studio itself, but in the structure and services surrounding it: [...]

What is Allihoop all about?

Allihoop is a Stockholm-based housing provider built around a modern interpretation of coliving. Founded in 2020, the company operates approximately 500 private studio apartments across six communities in different parts of the city.  [...]

Coliving

Do you have to participate in community activities when coliving?

Participation in community activities varies between coliving providers. Some communities are built around a structured level of engagement, where residents are expected to attend shared dinners, meetings, or organised events. This can help create [...]

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Why coliving is a growing trend in big cities

As the housing market has changed drastically in large cities over the last few decades, with rising property prices and limited availability, private apartments have gotten more expensive and are further away from the city center than they’ve ever been. [...]

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Is coliving good for networking?

Coliving can be a strong environment for networking, particularly because the setting encourages natural, low-pressure interaction. Unlike formal networking events, connections in a shared living space tend to grow organically. Because residents often [...]

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What kind of rules apply in coliving buildings?

Rules in coliving buildings vary between providers, but they are generally built around mutual respect and shared responsibility. Because residents combine private living with shared spaces, guidelines typically focus on maintaining order, keeping [...]

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How do cleaning responsibilities work in coliving?

Different coliving providers generally have different approaches to how cleaning is handled within the community. In the case of flat-sharing or more cooperative commune-style coliving, it is common [...]

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What is the typical contract length in coliving?

The typical contract length in coliving is designed to support mid- to long-term stays rather than very short visits (though there are providers that offer shorter length stays as well).

While the exact terms vary between providers, many [...]

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What is included with a coliving accommodation?

While it can differ between different providers, most forms of professionally managed coliving at least focuses on having a relatively simple move-in process and overall a convenient stay for their members. [...]

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What is coliving, and how does it work?

Coliving is a housing model built around the idea of sharing resources to make urban living more accessible, flexible, and socially engaging. Instead of every resident duplicating the same facilities in separate apartments, coliving combines private [...]

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Housing in Stockholm

Moving to Stockholm checklist

Before relocating to Stockholm, it’s helpful to prepare a few key elements in advance to make your arrival smoother and avoid unnecessary stress.

Housing - The rental market in Stockholm is competitive, and securing accommodations [...]

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What housing options exist in Stockholm?

Housing options in Stockholm are quite limited when looking for something relatively long term, and the main differences can generally be found in the cost, availability, and how convenient it is to arrange the various alternatives. [...]

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Practical Information

What is included with an Allihoop Studio?

When you sign a membership agreement with Allihoop, your stay includes more than just the physical studio. Here’s what you can expect:

Your private studio - You receive access to your selected studio, including all furnishings [...]

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How do you apply to stay at Allihoop, and how long does it take?

The application process for staying at Allihoop is made to be very simple, and entirely digital, in order to make it as convenient as possible for both Swedish and international applicants looking for housing. [...]

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For Companies

What level of support is available during an employee’s stay?

Allihoop provides structured and accessible support throughout an employee’s stay. Direct phone support is available on weekdays between 09:00 and 18:00 for general questions or practical matters. Outside these hours, a dedicated emergency phone [...]

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Can invoices be consolidated?

Yes, in most cases we can arrange invoices to align with the preferences of our business partners. Depending on how the requested booking is structured, we are more than willing to consolidate invoices for multiple individuals/studios for a specific period. [...]

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What happens if an employee has to leave earlier than planned, or needs to extend their stay?

The agreements offered by Allihoop have a default notice period of 60 days, meaning that there will be no issue with cancelling early as long as sufficient advance notice is given. [...]

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Is coliving appropriate for senior professionals?

A more senior professional may initially feel that coliving is not for them, since the association that a lot of people have with coliving goes back to sharing apartments with roommates or a college dorm set-up. [...]

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Are there workspaces available for remote work?

In many larger coliving communities, shared workspaces are an integrated part of the building. These co-working areas provide a dedicated environment where residents can step out of their private studio and work in a more structured setting—withou [...]

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How does booking housing for multiple employees work?

We are more than happy to accommodate multiple employees or project teams, as long as we have the apartments available to host them, and have plenty of experience of doing so. [...]

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Is there a single point of contact for corporate bookings?

Yes, Allihoop provides a dedicated point of contact for corporate bookings. Our booking representatives support companies throughout the entire process of arranging housing for one or multiple employees, offering guidance on availability, contract [...]

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When does coliving make sense for employee relocation?

Coliving can make sense for employee relocation when the assignment is temporary and the goal is to help the employee settle in quickly. For stays lasting several months, such as project work, secondments, or trial placements, having a fully furnished [...]

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For Students

Commuting to university in Stockholm

Stockholm has a relatively extensive public transport network for the size of the city, with a diverse range of different transport options that can take you to the different university campuses from (almost) anywhere in the city. [...]

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Why you should consider coliving as an exchange student in Stockholm

If you have decided to spend a semester or more in Stockholm, you are probably looking forward to more than just seeing what the Swedish education system is like. An exchange program lets you explo [...]

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For Relocating Professionals

Why you should choose coliving for temporary assignments as a professional

Choosing housing for a temporary assignment in Stockholm involves more than finding a place to sleep. When relocating for a limited period, the transition can feel abrupt, with a new city, new workplace, and no established network. Coliving can ease [...]

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What housing options are available for professionals moving to Stockholm?

When looking for housing in Stockholm as a relocating professional, you are likely to note that the options that fit your needs are quite limited. Especially if you are in the market for accommodations for a longer period of time in the central parts of the city. [...]

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