oas1s proposes clusters of tree-bound houses that double as urban parks
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‘oas1s’ is an alternative architecture concept that aims to improve the global urban environment. separated into neighborhoods — not unlike traditional suburban living — the tree-bound houses offer plentiful personal space set within an organic, compact, car-free location. explorations show that the possibility of urban density is high, with a maximum of 100 ‘oas1s’ homes per hectare; which simultaneously doubles as a park.

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the ultimate nature-loving community 

 

 

 

each wooden tree-cabin offers a fully customizable interior of 100m2 over four full levels. floors are connected by stairs encased with glass, and tops floors offer views upwards via a large skylight. additionally, every tier boasts large windows as well as various french balconies or loggias. ‘oas1s’ units are available in single or multi-family size, with the future possibility of hotel, leisure, or business related options.

 


video courtesy of oas1s

 

 

 

construction is based on cradle-to-cradle principles, with materials including prefabricated recycled wood, green walls, high-value insulation, and triple glazing. homes are designed to be 100% sufficient off-grid including energy, water, and waste needs. to make the idea more affordable, an envisioned community land trust would split costs of land and house ownership. currently, a pilot ‘oas1s’ neighborhood is seeking investment through ambitious corporate or private parties. 

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‘oas1s’ community

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chameleon-like architecture placed within the natural landscape 

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an alternative urban typology to improve cities worldwide

oas1s proposes clusters of tree-bound houses that double as urban parks
an ‘oas1s’ structure 

oas1s proposes clusters of tree-bound houses that double as urban parks
spaces feature large windows and various loggias within 

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a green tree-scraper 

oas1s proposes clusters of tree-bound houses that double as urban parks
concept diagram 

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upgrading a single hectare with 50 homes

oas1s proposes clusters of tree-bound houses that double as urban parks
high-density urban design on human and natural scales; 100 % green and car-free

oas1s proposes clusters of tree-bound houses that double as urban parks
100m² interior floor plans 

 

 

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edited by: nick brink | designboom