Why Sustainability is a Core Value
For John and Rebecca, Burns Village & Farm isn’t just a housing development, it’s a vision for a more sustainable way to live.
“Well, I come from a sustainability background, both with the EPA, and that's where I worked, and also with the farm, with farming the way it is, the problems that we have with, I'll say, industrialized agriculture. So we need to change those things. We need to move toward where we're more sustainable.” - John
Rebecca has considered herself to be an eco-psychologist for decades. She teaches a graduate course called the Psychology Of Sustainability, and views being connected with planting, cultivating, harvesting, preparing, and sharing food with others is a cornerstone of health and well-being.
Living Lighter on the Land
For John Patrick, sustainability is more than a buzzword—it’s been his life’s work.
“I worked for the EPA and on environmental initiatives. We have to move toward more sustainable living, and cohousing allows us to do that.” - John
Burns Village & Farm is designed to reduce waste, preserve farmland, and will use resources more efficiently whenever possible.
By living in Burns Village & Farm, residents gain access to a healthier, greener lifestyle.
For Burns Village & Farm members, sustainability begins with a mindset, one rooted in conservation and collective care.
Located in the heart of Tennessee, our future cohousing agrihood offers an alternative to the isolated, resource-intensive lifestyle many people are eager to move beyond. Here, sustainability isn’t a checklist, it’s a way of living more intentionally, together.
Living With, Not Just Beside, Your Neighbors
Burns Village & Farm is built around the idea that community itself is a sustainable resource. In a world where individual households each replicate the same appliances, tools, and lawnmowers, we're exploring how much more efficient and practical it can be to share.
Residents will have opportunities to collaborate, exchange, and co-create, reducing waste and consumption while strengthening human connection.
Food at the Center
A sustainable farm is at the heart of our community, offering fresh produce and an ongoing relationship with the land. This isn’t just about eating well, it’s about knowing where your food comes from and how it’s grown. For many of us, it’s also a way to get our hands back in the soil and rediscover the rituals of planting, harvesting, and sharing meals.
A Future in Progress
We’re not offering a perfect solution, and we’re not promising a utopia. What we are building is a community of people who care—about each other, about the earth, and about doing things differently. Sustainability here is practical, evolving, and deeply human. It’s about living with intention, sharing resources, and making decisions as a community.
Join us for an event and discover how Burns Village & Farm is redefining modern living
June 25th at 7:00 - 8:00 pm (CT)
July 19th at 12:30 - 1:30
July 20th at 2:00 - 3:30 pm