# **Kost Nouns: Pioneering A Nounish Boarding House with Nouns Business Model, CC0 Furniture Design, & House of Builders**

## **TL;DR**
This proposal outlines the establishment of ***Kost Nouns***, proposing a groundbreaking venture in Nounish Building initiatives by integrating ***nounish business models***, ***CC0 furniture design***, and a ***"House of Builders"*** ethos within the Nouns ecosystem. This pioneering project aims to fill in the gaps in IRL's proposal that not only makes Nouns a "monument", but can provide impact and sustainability for the community. With more than fifteen years of boarding house management experience, our team plans to **invest our private land** to **build a Nouns boarding house** in **Central Java, Indonesia**, targeting university students, civil servants, and retail workers. The business model prioritizes proliferation sustainability, allocating **30% of its monthly profits** to **Nounish activities**. The facility will feature meticulously designed rooms, common areas adorned with Nounish artwork, and CC0-inspired designs. Beyond accommodation, Kost Nouns aspires to be a hub for education and innovation, empowering tenants to contribute to the Nouns ecosystem. Through transparency, strategic marketing, and responsible financial management, Kost Nouns aims to pioneer a new era of Nounish excellence, leaving a lasting impact on the community.

We are seeking a budget of **$157,580 USDC** for the success of this proposal. Read more here ↓

*Check out the full Kost Nouns review, **[here](https://youtu.be/9tZ8ta3KaFY)**!*

## **Introduction**
The landscape of initiatives aimed at bringing Nounish concepts into the real world has undergone significant development, characterized by a notable expansion of influence into tangible projects. Initiatives such as **Nouns Deli**, **Alps DAO**, **Nouns IRL Monument**, and **Gnars DAO** have emerged as pioneering examples, embodying the ethos of Nouns in Real Life (IRL) and bridging the gap between virtual creativity and physical realization. These ventures have attracted attention and demonstrated the potential for Nounish concepts to extend beyond the digital realm and materialize in concrete forms. However, amidst this wave of innovation, a critical observation emerges. While existing Nounish IRL Building projects have certainly contributed to the proliferation of Nouns through their online presence, their impact remains primarily limited to visibility on social media platforms. Despite the commendable efforts of ventures such as Nouns Coffee Shop and Austin Park, there is a need for initiatives that surpass mere numerical growth and instead make lasting, positive impacts on the Nouns community.

Indeed, the absence of a Nounish IRL Building venture that transcends symbolic representation to offer a tangible, sustainable business model presents an intriguing opportunity for innovation. We propose to pioneer a pilot project within this void: the establishment of a Nounish boarding house. This venture aims not only to embody the principles of Nounish aesthetics and ethos but also to introduce a novel business model that ensures the sustainability of Nouns activities over time. At the core of this proposal is the integration of Creative Commons Zero (CC0) furniture design, a pioneering approach aimed at minimizing environmental impact while maximizing accessibility and affordability. By adopting CC0 furniture design, the Nounish boarding house will embody the principles of sustainability and serve as a testament to the collaborative spirit of the Nouns community. Furthermore, the boarding house will transcend its role as mere accommodation, serving as a haven for builders—a sanctuary where creativity flourishes, collaboration thrives, and community engagement is fostered. Through strategic partnerships and revenue-sharing agreements, the boarding house will allocate a portion of its returns towards reinvestment in Nouns activities, thereby perpetuating a cycle of growth and innovation within the ecosystem.

## **A Pilot of Nounish Boarding House**

For the past ten years, our family has been actively managing boarding houses, garnering invaluable experiences in the field. The boarding houses we have operated are called ***[Alifa Kost](https://maps.app.goo.gl/AsTc4mF19XG9Ht1Y7)*** and ***[Nafeeza Kost](https://maps.app.goo.gl/ca6yf2Pehe5gbhHy5)***. With a portfolio comprising two boarding houses and twenty-four rooms, we are well-versed in the intricacies of the hospitality industry.


Motivated by our passion for innovative concepts and inspired by the growing interest in Nouns, we propose developing a pioneering project: a Nounish boarding house called Kost Nouns. Kost Nouns represents a symbiotic initiative wherein we commit to dedicating our private land to construct a boarding house seamlessly blending Nounish architectural and interior design elements. Envisioned as a sanctuary of comfort and creativity, the establishment will comprise sixteen crafted rooms, each meticulously furnished with a range of modern amenities to meet the discerning needs of our guests.

*See the detailed location, [here!](https://www.google.com/maps/@-7.6685562,110.8386987,3a,75y,205.58h,83.51t/data=!3m7!1e1!3m5!1saRlkIr7W5SjFtzotKFRCEQ!2e0!6shttps:%2F%2Fstreetviewpixels-pa.googleapis.com%2Fv1%2Fthumbnail%3Fpanoid%3DaRlkIr7W5SjFtzotKFRCEQ%26cb_client%3Dmaps_sv.tactile.gps%26w%3D203%26h%3D100%26yaw%3D223.90703%26pitch%3D0%26thumbfov%3D100!7i16384!8i8192?coh=205409&entry=ttu)*

The proposed Kost Nouns site is strategically situated within the **Sukoharjo Regency of Central Java, Indonesia**. This city is one of the most densely populated districts. Because this city is right next to the second largest city in Central Java. Then the smaller scale, in an area around 3 kilometers from Kost Nouns there are many public facilities that allow high population mobility. Among them is the largest university in this city. Then there is a government center building that has many employees in it. In addition, there are other offices located around this area. Furthermore, the favorable cost dynamics associated with construction in this locale render it economically viable to materialize our vision of a Nounish-inspired building within a constrained budgetary framework.


## **Nouns Business Model**

The boarding house business model inherently entails relatively low failure risks, primarily around the uncertainty of monthly tenants. However, the underlying assets of the business persist and typically require only minor maintenance. The physical structure of the building itself can serve as a lasting monument, perpetually disseminating Nouns memes to all who encounter it. Given these considerations, we are confident in the **sustainability** of operating Kost Nouns for a minimum of **15 years**. The strategic selection of our location will not only facilitate the spread of Nouns but also provide an optimal environment for conducting Kost Nouns business activities concurrently. Our **target market** consists of **university students**, **civil servants**, and **retail workers** aged between **18 and 28 years**. We have chosen this demographic for its receptiveness to new knowledge, such as cryptocurrency, blockchain technology, and Nouns. This aligns with our proposed rental rate of approximately **IDR 700K per room**.


The proposed business model for Kost Nouns is structured with precise allocations for various essential components. The most significant portion of the profit distribution, constituting **30% is allocated to Nounish activities**, including contests, social activity, education activity, and the ongoing dissemination of Nouns memes. This cost aims to ensuring sustainability beyond the mere existence of the boarding house. Nounish activities will be consistently held monthly, contributing to the perpetuation of interest and engagement. **40%** of the profit is earmarked for operational expenses, encompassing cleanliness, Wi-Fi provision, and security. Furthermore, **20%** is dedicated to managing Kost Nouns, ensuring efficient administration and tenant satisfaction. Lastly, we have set aside **10%** of the monthly budget for unforeseen expenses. This allocation serves as a contingency fund to address any unexpected occurrences promptly and effectively.

## **Kost Nouns Facility**

Prospective tenants often prioritize the facilities available when selecting a boarding house for rent. The more attractive the facilities offered, the greater the interest from potential renters. However, beyond facilities, we also recognize the importance of hospitality services and competitive pricing in attracting and retaining tenants.


With a target monthly rent of approximately 700K IDR, we have planned a range of facilities to be provided at Kost Nouns, ensuring a comfortable and appealing living environment.


## **CC0 Furniture Design**

One of the defining features of an IRL Proliferation is the visual appearance of the building's exterior. For our boarding house, we envision creating both the exterior and interior to be as visually appealing as possible. Key elements that we plan to emphasize to showcase the Nouns character include the façade, entrance gate, furniture such as chairs, tables, waste bins, and murals on the walls facing the street. To attract prospective tenants, we will customize blankets, pillows, and wall paintings in the rooms with Nounish designs.


In the creation of these designs, we intend to host a competition through Prop House. This competition will entail the addition of new designs to Nounish furniture annually. Furthermore, to populate the murals on the walls, we will organize a mural competition in collaboration with the local community. There will be several CC0 artworks by Nouns artists displayed in the main corridor. These artworks will be refreshed every four months.


Adhering to the CC0 principle, we realize all furniture designs will be detailed in blueprints. This approach ensures that anyone can replicate these designs precisely as we have created them. We will also incorporate the design of the second-place winner of Nouns Week, the Nouns-themed waste bin, as an example of CC0 furniture implementation that we will continue in the future.
To start with, we'll be using a redesign from **[Prop House's Nouns Week winner](https://prop.house/0x408c727995e2979b5bfb22ea6ffc9e1f42f8fae3/22)**, from **[Bilal Art Department](https://www.instagram.com/billartdepartment)**. This proves that CC0 designs and complete blueprints for how they are made are possible to be applied elsewhere.

## **House of Builders**

Our primary objective in establishing Kost Nouns extends beyond mere IRL proliferation. We aspire to serve as a platform for education, empowering our tenants with knowledge about Web3, beginner steps in crypto exploration, and, most importantly, insights into the Nouns ecosystem. This educational initiative will be delivered through both offline and online channels, spanning multiple sessions. Our aim is for tenants to gain a comprehensive understanding of Nouns and the myriad benefits of contributing to its growth. We envision Kost Nouns not just as a boarding house but as a nurturing environment for builders to realize their Nounish ideas.


To actualize our vision of "House of Builders”, we propose the provision of specialized grants to tenants interested in contributing to the dissemination of Nouns. These grants will be offered biannually, guiding recipients from ideation to execution. In addition to individual grants, we will host regular Nounish activities involving all tenants, fostering a sense of community and shared purpose. Examples include philanthropic endeavors such as providing aid to orphanages, collaborating with local social organizations for community service projects, and more.

## **Target & Strategy**
### **Success Targets**
1. **Completion** of construction within **less than 16 months** from the proposal approval
2. Ensure an average **occupancy rate of 80% monthly**
3. Provide **education** to tenants at least **three times a year**
4. Create **3 builders within 1 year** to contribute to Nouns
5. Organize at least **1 nounish activities every month**

### **Strategies**
1. Intensive communication with architects to meet the set timeline
2. Collaboration between the marketing team to promote Kost Nouns
3. Build good relationships with tenants
4. Provide basic knowledge to encourage tenants to contribute to the Nouns DAO ecosystem
5. Collaborate with social institutions to organize sustainable Nounish activities

## **ROI & Deliverable**

The boarding house business is not known for rapid returns on investment. The primary objective of establishing Kost Nouns is to facilitate the long-term proliferation of Nouns. Subsequently, the secondary aim is to generate passive income that will be reinvested into the Nouns Activities. Constructing an IRL building like the plan will disseminate Nouns for at least 15 years. While not accessible to the public, we will ensure that the exterior is aesthetically pleasing for public enjoyment from the outside. Additionally, our mission to become a "House of Builders" can be a tool in community development, meme proliferation, and Nouns-related education. With experienced management having successfully operated two boarding house businesses, we are committed to providing comfortable, safe, and affordable accommodation.


Regarding monthly reporting, we will establish a dedicated website for Kost Nouns. This website will serve as a promotional platform, a reporting tool, and a means of transparency to the public. Anyone can access and monitor the activities held at Kost Nouns through this website. The website will enhance the appeal to prospective tenants by providing detailed information about the available facilities. Besides building a personal website, we will utilize other marketing channels such as Mamikos, social media influencers, and conventional promotions through brochures. However, all promotional efforts will direct traffic to the Kost Nouns website. Thus, developing this website is expected to add value by providing news and detailed information about Kost Nouns and facilitating the dissemination of Nouns.

## **Budget and Funding Details**


We will structure the payment in three phases:
* **Phase One (0%-30% progress at 0-5 months)** will encompass everything from site preparation to foundation construction and website development.
The budget upfront in this phase is ***30% (47,274 USDC)***
* **Phase Two (31%-95% progress at 6-14 months)** will cover tasks ranging from wall construction to tax and legal expenses, as well as implementing CC0 furniture designs.
The budget in this phase is ***65% (102,427 USDC***)
* **Phase Three (96%-100% progress at 15-16 months)** will include the implementation of the "House of Builders" concept and the execution of contests/events for marketing purposes.
The budget in this phase is ***5% (7,879 USDC***)

The multi-sig wallet will require the signatures of **3/5** designated signers: **0xishal,..........**

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## **Our Team**

### **[0xishal](https://twitter.com/0xishal) as Project Lead**
With three years of dedicated contribution to the Nouns ecosystem, I bring valuable experience to this role. From spearheading proposals like ***[Nouns Holidays](https://twitter.com/0xishal/status/1608396054478852100/video/1)***, ***[Nouns Education and Entertainment](https://www.tiktok.com/@0xishal/video/7163161549195054362)*** and ***[Lil Nouns Trans Bag](https://twitter.com/0xishal/status/1607155005332819969/video/1)*** and serving as **Co-Director** of ***[Three Bronouns](https://twitter.com/ThreeBronouns)*** and **Director** of ***[Bali Nouns Week 2024](https://www.nouns.camp/proposals/483)***, I am confident in our ability to make Kost Nouns a boarding house that is nounish, cozy, safe and forming many builders!.

### **[Alifa](https://mamikos.com/room/kost-kabupaten-sukoharjo-kost-putri-murah-kost-alifa-bendosari-sukoharjo) & [Nafeeza Kost](https://mamikos.com/room/kost-kabupaten-sukoharjo-kost-putri-murah-kost-nafeeza-bendosari-sukoharjo?redirection_source=Nama%20Kos%20Recommendation) as Kost Nouns Management**

Equipped with over a decade of experience managing boarding house businesses across two locations, our family, Alifa and Nafeeza Kost, stands solid and ready to expand with the establishment of Kost Nouns. The proximity of our business locations enables us to monitor and oversee operations closely from start to finish. With our seasoned management team, we are poised to consistently maintain full occupancy at Kost Nouns.

### **[Karyarumaku](https://www.instagram.com/karyarumaku/), as Architect & Contractor**

We are among the leading architects and contractors in Solo City. From 2018 to 2024, we have completed over 25 projects, including private residences, boarding houses, and shops. Our recent successful projects include [Nuha Kost Putri](https://www.instagram.com/p/C3ZRQcjPfCJ/), [Rumah Kost Pak Noto](https://www.instagram.com/p/C3SKYdLPZE0/), and [Kost 3 Lantai Petoran](https://www.instagram.com/p/C3HMwwTPDCQ/). Drawing from these experiences, we are well-equipped to collaborate on building Kost Nouns.

## **Conclusion**
The proposal for Kost Nouns represents a bold leap forward in the evolution of Nounish Building initiatives. As we stand on the threshold of this groundbreaking venture, we are propelled by a shared vision of transforming abstract concepts into tangible realities. With unwavering commitment and a multifaceted approach, we aim to redefine the narrative of Nouns IRL, transcending conventional boundaries to create a lasting impact within the Nouns ecosystem. Through planning and strategic foresight, Kost Nouns endeavors to set new benchmarks for sustainability, innovation, and community engagement. By integrating a novel business model, CC0 furniture design, and the vision of becoming a "House of Builders," we aspire to foster an environment where creativity flourishes, collaboration thrives, and meaningful contributions to the Nouns community are nurtured. As we embark on this journey, we thank all stakeholders for their unwavering support and belief in our shared vision. Together, let us seize this opportunity to pioneer a new era of Nounish excellence, where innovation knows no bounds and the spirit of collaboration reigns supreme. With anticipation and enthusiasm, we look forward to the realization of Kost Nouns and the profound impact it will have on the Nouns ecosystem and beyond.

**Best Regards,**
**Kost Nouns Team**