The Solution
LIGHT CITY - Holistic Regenerative Settlement Model
We have termed this model of human settlement "Light City" because we intend for this blueprint to serve as a light-house of sorts in the way we inhabit space and live.
The model for a "Light City" brings together latest innovatìons, traditional wisdom, and best practices for sustainability and self-reliance. Our purpose is to demonstrate, promote and disseminate a new paradigm for healthy and regenerative living as an answer to our current dead-end lifestyle and city models.
A "Light City" can be used as a template for any type of human settlement: as a blueprint for resorts and hotels, healing centers, educational centers, but also - and hopefully one day extensively - as a blueprint for urban development. It can be adapted to serve as a replicable template for self-reliant, energy-efficient, healthy, peaceful and beautiful neighborhood sites or "gated communities".
Elements of a Light City
Our model is founded on the principle of integration of all aspect of the Human Being (Body, Mind, Soul, Spirit) and life (personal, professional/commercial, recreational, inspirational). It is based on transcending duality and limitation (Left Brain-Right Brain, Traditional-Innovative, Science-Spirituality, Eastern-Western, etc) in order to integrate a higher perspective.
Basic features and principles of a Light City:
1) Natural Architecture
We have termed this model of human settlement "Light City" because we intend for this blueprint to serve as a light-house of sorts in the way we inhabit space and live.
The model for a "Light City" brings together latest innovatìons, traditional wisdom, and best practices for sustainability and self-reliance. Our purpose is to demonstrate, promote and disseminate a new paradigm for healthy and regenerative living as an answer to our current dead-end lifestyle and city models.
A "Light City" can be used as a template for any type of human settlement: as a blueprint for resorts and hotels, healing centers, educational centers, but also - and hopefully one day extensively - as a blueprint for urban development. It can be adapted to serve as a replicable template for self-reliant, energy-efficient, healthy, peaceful and beautiful neighborhood sites or "gated communities".
Elements of a Light City
Our model is founded on the principle of integration of all aspect of the Human Being (Body, Mind, Soul, Spirit) and life (personal, professional/commercial, recreational, inspirational). It is based on transcending duality and limitation (Left Brain-Right Brain, Traditional-Innovative, Science-Spirituality, Eastern-Western, etc) in order to integrate a higher perspective.
Basic features and principles of a Light City:
1) Natural Architecture
- BioArchitecture, which reflects the structures found in nature and is based on physics and mechanics of energy, as seen in Fractality, Golden Ratio, Sacred Geometry.
- Natural buildings, are eco-friendly, energy-efficient, healthy, easy to make, durable, economical and beautiful. Natural buildings utilize natural materials and are built through various techniques. Building natural homes varies in price. These cob homes shown here cost only between USD 900 and USD 50,000 to make. Homes called "Earthships" are an example of the self-sufficient house of the future. They are made with a combination of recycled materials and earth materials: watch Michael Reynolds' (creator of Earthships) full documentary here.
- The Earth's topographic and energetic system (Ley Lines; Hartmann Grid; Curry Net, etc.) are taken into consideration in the choice of land and development of the site to avoid the effects of potential geopathic stress and other unfavorable conditions. In systems such as BioGeometry, for example, solutions are utilized to help alleviate the effects of electromagnetic radiation and electromagnetic fields which are now widely recognized as negatively impacting the health of people, animals and eco-systems alike. Feng Shui principles are also applied.
- Permaculture for organic, ecological, and zero-waste lifestyle.
- Appropriate application of low-impact eco-friendly renewable energy systems for energy consumption.
- BioEnergy and vibrational healing systems, a comprehensive library and research center on traditional natural remedies and healing modalities, along with cutting-edge healing technologies will be available to the community.
- The site/community will thrive on a combination and variety of income-generating systems based on responsible commerce integrating traditional and innovative solutions, products and commercialization strategies (some functions are services are mentioned in section "Functions & Services" below).
Physical Structure
The Light City may include the following features:
1) A community center, or hall, for seminars, workshops, conferences, meetings, healing, training, education, leisure activities etc. (in the middle of the architectural plan, or easily accessible from all points)
2) Dwellings for permanent residents and visitors
3) Systems for free, off-grid and renewable energy
4) Permaculture systems, fruit trees, organic vegetable and fruit gardens
5) Space for Healing & Recreation (e.g.: natural swimming pool, playgrounds, areas for detox and healing)
The Light City may include the following features:
1) A community center, or hall, for seminars, workshops, conferences, meetings, healing, training, education, leisure activities etc. (in the middle of the architectural plan, or easily accessible from all points)
2) Dwellings for permanent residents and visitors
3) Systems for free, off-grid and renewable energy
4) Permaculture systems, fruit trees, organic vegetable and fruit gardens
5) Space for Healing & Recreation (e.g.: natural swimming pool, playgrounds, areas for detox and healing)
Examples of Natural Buildings & Organic Designs
Stackable Functions and Services of the Light City
The Light City offers the venue and opportunity to create ecological and health-promoting jobs. Also, it provides the space to support income-generating functions and services that can include the following:
1. Sale of Products & Services
2. Training, Demonstration, & Education Venue for adults (general public, private and public sector representatives) and children (children’s educational and recreational programs) on:
Health, Ecology & Sustainability:
Responsible and Ecological Tourism:
Ethical and Responsible Commerce:
3. Recreation & Physical Expression:
4. Community Center
5. Culture & Art for Peace & Collaboration
6. Ancient Wisdom, Knowledge & Spirituality
The Light City offers the venue and opportunity to create ecological and health-promoting jobs. Also, it provides the space to support income-generating functions and services that can include the following:
1. Sale of Products & Services
- On-site consumption and sale of organic food and other products to the public (the Center can also support local farmers’ economy through on-site sale of their organic food and traditional crafts)
- The site will offer refuge from stress and technology-overload to city dwellers in the form of detox and relax programs
- Guided tours to local sites of natural, historic, mythological and spiritual interest with attention to zero-waste and “leave-no-trace” principles
2. Training, Demonstration, & Education Venue for adults (general public, private and public sector representatives) and children (children’s educational and recreational programs) on:
Health, Ecology & Sustainability:
- Organic and natural lifestyle
- Home schooling alternatives for families who do not wish to participate in mainstream school systems
- Environmental stewardship and sustainability
- Natural Buildings (ecological and energy-efficient living space)
- Biological Architecture (also illustrating the significance of including principles of sacred geometry and fractality)
- BioEnergy Healing, alternative healing modalities, and integrated personal development
- Vocational Training
- Do-It-Yourself workshops and products for personal care, hygiene, cleaning; as well as for ecological lifestyle
- Zero waste and off-the grid technologies testing and demonstration site
Responsible and Ecological Tourism:
- Courses & workshops for Eco-Tourism operators
Ethical and Responsible Commerce:
- Responsible and ethical business for the long-term sustainable and equitable welfare of the individual and the local, national and global community: courses & seminars highlighting the benefit of win-win solutions in business.
- Local communities have the opportunity to sell their products and services through the City's online and offline networks.
3. Recreation & Physical Expression:
- Dance
- Folklore
- Drama & Acting
- Arts & Culture
- Tai Chi, Yoga, Martial Arts
- Leisure & relaxation
- Weddings & other celebrations
4. Community Center
- A space for socialization; discussion of local affairs, civic responsibility, problem-solving & suggestion of innovative ideas.
5. Culture & Art for Peace & Collaboration
- Exhibits
- Language & culture courses
- Shows
- Film screenings and talks on local and global peace related matters
- Exchange programs (national and international “sister-city” concept)
- Organized trips (national and international)
6. Ancient Wisdom, Knowledge & Spirituality
- Serve as a convergence point for the dissemination of integrated science & spirituality knowledge and information
- Presentations, seminars, and talks on latest discoveries and applications
- Film screenings
- Book fairs
- Festivals
Why a Light City?
There are many permaculture communities around the world. However, a community that is designed using the integrated application of sacred geometry, BioArchitecture, as well as positive Earth's and man-made energy systems, can demonstrate an exponentially positive effect on the health on people, animals, the soil and surrounding eco-system. This is due to the beneficial electrical charge resulting from proper design and use of fractal and natural structures, in combination with the application of sensible environmental management systems.
There are many permaculture communities around the world. However, a community that is designed using the integrated application of sacred geometry, BioArchitecture, as well as positive Earth's and man-made energy systems, can demonstrate an exponentially positive effect on the health on people, animals, the soil and surrounding eco-system. This is due to the beneficial electrical charge resulting from proper design and use of fractal and natural structures, in combination with the application of sensible environmental management systems.
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