Brazil

The Valley

Orchid City Brazil shield

The Valley is located in the Metropolitan Region of Campinas in Brazil. It consists of one core center, which represents the denser, more urban downtown area, and four other satellites, each located on a picturesque and unique landscape within the city.

The Valley focuses on specific challenges of social inclusivity, innovative agriculture, water, and natural regeneration.

Inhabitants 5,000
Total area 2,165 ha
Built / Open 21 ha / 2,144 ha
Development IRR 20%
Specific features
  • Inland hills climate
  • Social inclusivity and safety
  • Innovative agriculture & water management
  • Regenerating nature
Neighbourhoods
Orchid City Downtown neighbourhood plan

Orchid City Downtown

  • Apartment buildings with a diverse and inclusive set of apartment typologies
  • Offices & co-working spaces
  • Schools and healthcare center
  • Restaurants, shops and entertainment
  • Urban farming and green terraces
  • Inclusive public spaces for events
Neighbourhood on the Terraces neighbourhood plan

Neighbourhood on the Terraces

  • Terraced agriculture
  • Orchards and agroforestry
  • Constructed wetlands and small lakes
  • Neighbourhoods surrounded by nature
  • Villas and detached houses with gardens
  • Sport and leisure trails through the hills
  • Hillside restaurant & Spa
  • Local community spaces
River Forest Neighbourhood plan

River Forest Neighbourhood

  • Villas, semi-detached and detached houses with gardens
  • Riverside nature conservation
  • Nature inclusive farming
  • Community outdoor spaces
  • Orchards and nurseries
  • Local food fair space
“What is success? It is being able to go to bed each night with your soul at peace.”
Paulo Coelho
Features

Sustainable, affordable homes

Self-sufficient in water and renewable energy

A biodiverse environment

Agroforestry

Generation-proof living

Self-sufficient in essential services

Local 100% pesticide-free agriculture

Accessible education and art and culture programs

Sustainable resources management

Electric autonomous local transport