Another day. Feelings of chaos. Distrust, and gentrification of previously creative spaces now reshaped to suit for the “new age living”, where centralized systems, drunk of corruption, are thirsty for more power. New era emerges—an era of collective wisdom. An era where nothing was given blindly but earned through verification and transparency. Within it the individuals sought to reclaim their power and shape their own destinies.

Communities of artists and technologists formed autonomous units, each responsible for governing itself and making decisions that would impact its members. The old notion of relying on a centralized authority to dictate their lives was being slowly abandoned in favor of a system that placed coordination in the collective wisdom of the people.

One such community: 320colab, a small experimental place grown out from the heart of an old industrial complex in Copenhagen. Its residents, yearned for a community where their voices mattered, where their needs were heard and met. Where they could freely express and not be judged for what has been not yet understood by masses.

“It’s a fragile interplay between structure and experience.”
(320colab)

In 320, coordination was not simple; it was built through a process of trial and error, always facilitating for its members via transparency and open communication. Every decision, whether big or small, was made collectively, with every member having a voice and a vote. The round table meetings were usually vibrant with passionate discussions, as individuals debated the best course of action for the community to move forward.

It wasn't always easy. Conflicts arose, differing opinions clashed, and collective was tested. They understood that the collective was not a static concept, but something that needed to be nurtured and maintained. They knew that transparency was the key to building a resilient and trustworthy community where individuals can co-create and inspire each other through love, support, and diverse cultural knowledge sharing.

From the early days, 320 envisioned that one day every public decision and transaction will be recorded and publicly accessible. The ledger will be open for all to see, leaving no room for manipulation or hidden agendas. It was understood as system built on the principles of fairness and accountability, while making a clear division between public and private matter.

“So, you guys are like DAOs before DAOs?!”
(Anon, ETHCph Meetup)

As time went on, 320 flourished. Its residents felt empowered and valued, knowing that their voices mattered. The place became a shining example of decentralized governance of physical space and the collective itself, inspiring other communities. The movement was inspired by many and inspired many, as more and more people realized the potential of coordination and transparency in reshaping their communities.

“Imagination, Ethical Design, Optimal States, Distributed Governance and True Community.”
(Core Values, 320colab)

Its residents remained committed to the principles they had embraced. They knew that it was not an easy path, but it was one worth pursuing. They continued to verify, to communicate openly, and to adapt their governance model to meet the ever-evolving needs. Moving forward one step at the time the vision was clear: Inspire to co-create, build bridges, and nurture creativity.

“I got to see the best minds of my generation identify a problem and get to work.”
(Meditations on Moloch, Scott Alexander)

320 proved that coordination was a living, breathing force that could transform communities. It exemplified that collective governance was not just a dream, but a tangible reality. And as other communities embraced this, a tapestry of trust was woven, connecting collectives across borders and ideologies. Enabling cultural decentralized exchanges to happen outside the closed siloes, starting the network effect by building bridges, connecting the dots.

In this new era of governance and shared economies, coordination becomes the foundation upon which we build. It is no longer blind faith, but a carefully constructed bridge that connects people, foster cooperation, supports creativity, and drives progress.