OSOKA – a project in which a special place is given to the air. This is due to the peculiarities of the territory for development: the presence of wetlands, which, in terms of oxygen production is ahead of even the forest areas. Therefore, our main task was to preserve the natural richness of the territory and complement it with with modern architectural and planning solutions, which as a result will form a harmonious environment for comfortable living.
The first thing we start with in the design of any community is analytics. This is a fundamental stage, because from the understanding of the context of the territory, we choose the most rational solutions. From the given context we recognize the existing factors that will influence the functional-planning and aesthetic components of the township, which will subsequently be reflected in the architectural image, infrastructure and marketing positioning.
Speaking about the context of the territory, we distinguish the following geographical and economic components, which we consider at the pre-project stage:
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Beach, recreation area |  |
Kindergartens, schools |
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Hotel complex |  |
Filling stations |
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Forest areas |  |
Paid fishing areas |
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The first stage of construction - the hotel complex |
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The second stage of construction - the territory of the village |
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Territory boundaries |
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High marks |
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Ozerninskoye reservoir |
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Streams |
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Favourable exits to the water |
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Existing forest areas |
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Acceptable view areas (view emphasis on vegetation, trees, neighboring lots, road) |
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Favorable view areas (view emphasis on Ozerninskoye Reservoir, vegetation, trees) |
By analyzing the economic and geographic indicators of the built-up area, we obtain a series of data, which serve as the basis for our internal terms of reference and the following design steps.
The next stage is the formation of the balance of the territory or, in other words, the distribution of each function present in the township, in the percentage ratio. Then we calculate the technical and economic indicators on the basis of regulatory documents to offer the customer several options for the development of the territory and, subsequently, detailing the most appropriate to the customer's goals scenario.
The next stage is the formation of the balance of the territory or, in other words, the distribution of each function present in the settlement, in the percentage ratio. Then we calculate the technical and economic indicators on the basis of regulatory documents, offer the customer several options for the development of the territory and, subsequently, detailing the most appropriate to the customer's goals variant.
residential areas
12-20 acres
park areas, recreation areas, sports/children's playgrounds
Streets, driveways, turnouts, etc.
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Residential area |
742 000 m² |
70% |
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Park areas
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180 200 m² |
17% |
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Streets, driveways, walkways, |
106 000 m² |
10% |
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Playground for outdoor activities |
10 600 m² |
1% |
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Bath complex |
10 600 m² |
1% |
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Checkpoint |
9 540 m² |
0,9% |
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Fire pond |
1 000 m² |
0,1% |
| House typology | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | Checkpoint | Boathouse | Bathhouse complex | Summary |
| Approximate building area (m²) | 190 | 150 | 250 | 310 | 310 | 480 | 600 | 750 | |
| Floors | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | |
| Estimated area of the warm contour (m²) | to 150 | to 250 | to 300 | to 400 | to 400+ | to 400 | to 500 | to 1000 | |
| Number of houses | 160 | 153 | 196 | 209 | 22 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 740+3 |
| Total building area (m²) | 30 400 | 22 950 | 49 000 | 64 790 | 6 820 | 960 | 600 | 750 | 176 270 (11,8%) |
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Territory area |
1 590 682 m² |
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Green area |
266 220 m² |
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Area of transport links (roadway) |
122 422 m² |
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Area of pedestrian connections (paths and ecotrails) |
46 725 m² |
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Pathways |
38 344 m² |
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Ecotrails |
8 371 m² |
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Cycleways area |
23 652 m² / 15,8 km |
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Number of lots for sale |
740 pcs. |
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Area of heat loop to be sold |
213 450 m² |
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Area of land for sale |
1 075 726 m² |
Five types of residential buildings are represented:
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Type 1 |
Single-story houses |
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Type 2 |
Small Barnhouses |
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Type 3 |
Barnhouses |
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Type 4 |
Two story houses |
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Type 5 |
Duplexes of 400 m² |
After completion of the analytical phase, with the allocation of the main goals and objectives, we proceed to the formation of architectural and planning concept of the township with the detailed study of all its elements - from the general plan to the elements of improvement.
The key element at this stage is a detailed general plan of the site. It reflects all the elements of infrastructure and their relationship.
On the territory of the township we have placed not only the plots for residential houses, but also a bathing complex and a hotel with its infrastructure. Thus, this facility combines residential, public and commercial functions.
This scheme reflects the number and typology of the various elements that make up the transport infrastructure of the site. We have developed 6 types of street profiles depending on their function and location on the site, thought out options for movement, calculated the optimal width of road elements and provided for the laying of appropriate utilities.
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Roads and driveways |
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Bicycle paths |
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Sidewalks |
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Walkways (1800mm) |
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Eco decking made of wood (1200mm) |
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Eco-parks |
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Alternative ways of transportation (dams) |
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Suggested bicycle route |
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Type 6
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Designation of the transverse profile of the street |
Park areas form a kind of green arteries in the township, which create a center of attraction and direct the flow of pedestrians to the important objects of the territory, such as the bathing complex. The location of green areas along the transport routes allows to reduce the noise from traffic, providing maximum comfort for living.
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Quiet rest areas, park areas, dog walking areas |
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The territory of the bathing complex |
We have provided 3 types of playgrounds according to the age of the children, since different age groups imply their own specific design and landscaping. It is important to take this into account, since modern architecture and well thought-out surroundings are significant marketing advantages for potential buyers.
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Playground areas (0-6 years old) |
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Playground areas (6-14 years old) |
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Playground areas (14+ years old, sports) |
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Five-minute accessibility radii (350m²) |
An individual approach to design implies solving sometimes non-standard tasks. In this project, together with the customer, we decided to conditionally divide the area into 4 parts for a phased development. This decision was based on economic considerations and allows for maximum rational use of the budget.
The construction queues were formed with the consideration of minimizing the discomfort for people who already live there.
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The first phase of construction |
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Second phase of construction |
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Third phase of construction |
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Fourth stage of construction |
You can't have a good project without thinking through the details. Once we have laid out the overall infrastructure system with its connections and interactions between the elements. We start to work on the details, because it's through thoughtful details that we reveal the fullness of the architectural concept.
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As we noted earlier, wetlands are one of the distinctive features of the territory. We turn this detail into an advantage through the improvement - the design of coastal structures, the formation of alternative pedestrian paths, the construction of dams, landscaping with the use of wetland plants.
So we work with each site of the township. From the general to the private. From the laying of transport routes to the selection of pavement materials and small architectural forms.
The branding stage is the final stage and includes the following subsections:
When designing the naming and logo of the township, we are guided by two principles: the name and symbol should create a sense of place and stand out from the competition. The sedge and calamus are coastal grasses, and by using them in the name, we once again emphasize the ecology and detachment from the bustle of the city, thereby evoking in potential buyers of plots visual and emotional associations of closeness to nature.
The architecture of the township is represented by 5 types of houses, each of which has its own visual code, which at the same time is consistent with the overall design concept of the township. We also developed the design of the entrance area, fences of each house and selected the materials for covering the pedestrian connections.
Facade finish options
Roof finishing options
Facade finish options
Facade finish options
Facade finish options
Roof finishing options
Facade finish options
Roof finishing options
Material of the main pedestrian connections
Paving monolithic concrete paths linking the key points of the township
The material of the secondary pedestrian connections
Wooden decking, allowing to achieve unity with the natural environment. And performing a walking function in the township
The entrance is the first thing a visitor sees and the element that first reveals the design code of the entire township, so here we see all the same corporate identity elements that are present in the architecture of the houses, transport links and landscaping. These elements are also reflected in the design of fences, which we have designed for each house.
The result of our joint work with the customer is a coherent finished product, meticulously worked out at all stages of design. Expressive architectural image, functionality and marketing strategy - these are the components of a quality modern village.
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