villid
Villid is a term used in speculative urbanism and certain works of worldbuilding to denote a small, self-contained urban community that functions as a modular unit within a larger city. A villid emphasizes local autonomy, shared services, and high connectivity with neighboring villids while retaining distinct social or cultural characteristics. The concept is often employed to explore how micro-scale governance and resource management interact with broader metropolitan systems.
The word “villid” is a neologism built from the roots of villa or village, combined with a
Typical villid design includes residential blocks, a central market or commons, educational and healthcare facilities, and
In literature and games, villids appear as both potential solutions to urban density and sustainability challenges
See also: village, microgrid, intentional community, smart city.