Telosa: Inside the‍ Vision for a New American City

Nevada could soon be home to Telosa,‍ a conceptual city ⁢designed by the renowned architecture firm BIG (Bjarke‍ Ingels Group) for ⁤Marc​ Lore’s organization. Announced in 2021,the enterprising project envisions a “built-from-scratch” urban center prioritizing‌ sustainability‌ and innovative living.

A City Rooted in Innovation

Renderings released this week showcase Telosa’s evolving design, featuring‍ striking structures like a‌ large,‍ wooden “mobility hub” and a silver-clad “sports village.” The⁣ city’s core concept revolves around integrating advanced ‍technologies,including⁤ autonomous vehicles capable of transitioning ​between ground ​and air travel.

Previous designs depicted low-lying, undulating city blocks in an undefined ⁣desert ​landscape. However, recent maps on BIG’s website suggest ⁣a ⁢potential​ location in Nevada. Explore the project details on BIG’s website.

Key Features and Infrastructure

Telosa is projected to accommodate 5 million residents by 2050, with plans for initial occupancy by ‍2030. The city’s design emphasizes a circular, open-air “mobility​ hub” constructed from four levels of wooden tiers, encircled by chrome transportation rails.

The city’s unique vehicles, dubbed “Ground to Air” or G2A, are envisioned to seamlessly navigate both ground and ⁣air, attaching to floating rail lines ⁣within the ⁤hub. Other key elements include the Lore institute, featuring interconnected towers, and ⁣the Equitism Tower, a geometric timber structure designed as a central landmark.

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Telosa’s design incorporates aeroponic farms and⁣ a photovoltaic roof, aiming for self-sufficiency in⁣ food ⁣and energy production.

equitism: A New Economic Model

Central to Telosa’s ⁤vision is “Equitism,” a novel economic system based on community-owned land. This ​model aims to generate public funds‌ through‌ land‍ sales, enhancing social services without increasing taxpayer burdens. ​ As Telosa explains,”Equitism⁤ is a new economic model based on the premise that citizens ⁢should have a stake in the land and as the city ​does better,the residents do better.”

The equitism Tower symbolizes ⁣this governance system, ‌with roads forming the “central spine” of ⁣the city.the city also ⁣plans for renewable resources, drought-resistant water systems, and open public ‍meetings.

A ⁤Global Trend in Futuristic Cities

Telosa joins a growing number of⁢ ambitious, high-tech city projects worldwide. These include BiodiverCity in Malaysia,⁣ also designed by BIG, and Neom in Saudi Arabia, which‌ is currently under partial construction. However, not all ventures succeed; the $6 billion, cryptocurrency-funded⁤ Akon City in Senegal was recently abandoned in favor of ​a more pragmatic approach.

According to a 2024 Forbes interview,BIG associate‍ Alana Goldweit emphasized that telosa ‌is “built with intention,” and the studio continues to engage ⁣with potential residents to refine‌ the city’s design.

Pro Tip: Successful​ urban planning requires extensive community engagement. As noted by⁣ researchers at⁢ the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy, “inclusive planning processes are essential for creating equitable and⁢ sustainable ⁣cities” (Lincoln Institute of Land Policy).

Telosa has partnered with data analytics firm‍ Polco and the International City/County Management ⁢Association (ICMA) to further develop the project. CEO Jon ‌Mallon emphasized a shift ⁢towards community-building, recognizing that prioritizing people is crucial for success.

What challenges do you foresee in building a city from the ground⁢ up? How can technology best⁢ be leveraged⁣ to create truly sustainable and equitable urban environments?

The development of Telosa represents⁣ a bold vision for the future of urban living. As the⁤ project progresses, it ⁣will be fascinating to observe how its innovative concepts​ are translated into reality.