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"Nature Has No Limits"

- Mark Lafond
  Founding Board Member

Our Philosophy

Historically, the greatness of a civilization has been measured by the quality of its buildings. However, 30% of America’s energy is consumed by poorly designed buildings that are supported by a dilapidated and obsolete infrastructure. An infrastructure not capable of providing sustainable energy sources to high population centers. Fundamentally, this approach to planning and designing buildings needs to change through the creation of an entirely new methodology of Architecture. Moreover, this new methodology is derived from a philosophical system called OpDez (pronounced op-dez) which has been derived from “Optimized Design.”

OpDez Architecture is a revolutionary new, yet ancient theory of architecture. This belief is the bedrock of our practice wherein architecture must incorporate the "living" systems of nature to keep pace with a rapidly changing technological world. Its basis is a new design methodology that returns to the wisdoms of antiquity, where buildings worked in symphonic harmony with nature, where architecture was the paragon of technological achievement and buildings were the icons of enlightenment.

Taking cues from nature and the ancient wisdoms of antiquity, OpDez combines the best of both the worlds - natural environment and ancient mysticism. The result is the creation of buildings that impart benefit and energy independence to civilization. Ultimately, OpDez is not only about the creation of Energy Independent Buildings; it is also about improving the quality of life and civilization itself. Utilizing many branches of science from naval architecture, chemistry, physics and ocean engineering - OpDez Architecture is a methodology derived from the cosmos.  Its basic premise is that of an acknowledgement and understanding of what truly exists is beyond what we can see.

OpDez Architecture believes buildings should be “Engineered by the Forces of Nature.” Not surprisingly, the main consideration here is how buildings can serve man and civilization from a sustainable perspective. To do so, it must be able to serve not just our basic needs, but also help us survive within the dynamic world that we live in. Our systems are more than a vision of energy independent buildings; they are the manifestation of a new enlightened era. OpDez is a new process of planning and design where this new methodology includes a mix of active, passive systems and new technologies to augment the performance and survivability of our systems. This new model of design intersperses many facets from various industries into its planning, design and manufacturing so as to achieve synergy for the benefit of an enlightened era of architecture.

OpDez is derived from a process of deep analysis into the systems of nature.  It seeks to understand the purpose behind patterns in nature that persist at the periphery of our comprehension.  As a fluidic science, it exists at the intersection between chemistry and physics. 

Our Process

 

1) Prototypes

  • Goal: Prove it works fast.

  • We do: Quick models/tests; rough energy & cost.

  • You get: Clear yes/no and next steps.

2) Technology Integration

  • Goal: Pick gear that works together.

  • We do: Choose sensors/controls; test the setup.

  • You get: Simple tech plan that runs reliably.

3) Architecture

  • Goal: Make a buildable, approved design.

  • We do: Plans, details, and permits with tech built in.

  • You get: Drawings a contractor can build from.

4) Web3 / Real-World Assets

  • Goal: Trustworthy data and flexible ownership.

  • We do: Secure records, automated rules, dashboards.

  • You get: Verifiable ops and optional shared ownership.

process sketch

Our NexGen Built Worlds

First Principles

OpDez derives from Optimized Design, the name and the method come from the same idea, design that is observed first then refined to its most effective form. OPTIMIZED treats each project as a living system, we see clearly first, set exact limits, then choose tools that serve intent. The building speaks through a distinct typology that is legible without explanation, movement is continuous from curb to core for people, goods, and service, with robotics readiness and mobile assets that can support operations and energy when needed. Intelligence is the Smart Building Automation System with AI that senses, learns, and orchestrates comfort, safety, and efficiency. Zenith names the peak state we commit to at day one and year five, defined and measurable. Energy coordinates envelope, MEP, and controls as one, charting a path to independence with on site generation, storage, and islanding. Divergence preserves sovereignty, a vendor agnostic, modular roadmap that keeps the owner in control and establishes a Sovereign Building System for energy independence across the life of the asset.

(OPTIMIZED) Basis of Design

  • O, Observation, disciplined seeing of site, context, operations, code, and real user journeys

  • P, Parameters, firm boundaries for program, budget, schedule, risk, and compliance

  • T, Technology, fit for purpose systems and data architecture that serve the brief

  • I, Identity, a unique and legible typology rooted in purpose and place

  • M, Mobility, seamless movement from curb to core with robotics readiness and adaptive energy capable logistics

  • I, Intelligence, Smart Building Automation and AI that sense, decide, and optimize

  • Z, Zenith, defined peak state for quality and performance at day one and year five

  • E, Energy, coordinated envelope, MEP, and controls driving a path to independence

  • D, Divergence, Sovereign Building System and energy independence, modular, vendor agnostic, future ready

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