oikosulkutie
oikosulkutie is a concept in sustainable architecture and urban planning that originated in Finland in the early 21st century. The term combines the Greek root oikos, meaning home or household, with the Finnish words “sulkutie,” which can be interpreted as “connected path” or “sustainable route.” It refers to a design philosophy that integrates energy efficiency, biodiversity, and community engagement into residential developments.
Key features of an oikosulkutie project include passive solar orientation, high-insulation building envelopes, on-site renewable energy
The concept has been adopted by municipal authorities in several Scandinavian and Baltic countries as part