Rozwizywa

Rozwizywa is a fictional framework described in speculative fiction and tabletop role‑playing materials as a method for designing modular, resilient urban environments. In its fictional setting, Rozwizywa envisions a city-building approach that prioritizes local autonomy, adaptability, and circular resource flows, implemented through small-scale modules connected by a data-enabled connective lattice.

Etymology and origins: The term is presented as a neologism from a Polish-inspired in-universe lexicon. The name is attributed to the Rozwyz Institute, a think-tank credited with developing the framework during a period of resource stress in the setting.

Concepts and components: Rozwizywa envisions self-contained urban modules—blocks that combine housing, work, and services—arranged in a flexible grid. Each module can operate with its own energy, water, and waste systems (microgrids, rainwater harvesting, composting), while shared infrastructure supports scale. The governance model emphasizes participatory design, open data, and iterative experimentation to adapt plans based on feedback. The approach also integrates green spaces, mixed-use development, and modular infrastructure that can be reconfigured as needs change.

Structure and implementation: The framework is described as a three-layer model: the module layer (physical blocks and adjacencies), the connective layer (transport, energy, and data networks), and the governance layer (stakeholder councils and decision protocols). Fictional case studies show pilot neighborhoods scaling to a city-wide network through standardized interfaces and modular contracts.

Reception and status: Rozwizywa is a recurring narrative device for exploring sustainable urbanism and participatory planning. In-universe scholars debate feasibility and social implications, while real-world readers regard it as a thought experiment rather than a concrete proposal.