Volume 3 defines the flagship Community Hub — approximately 300,000 sq ft across a full basement and three floors — designed to serve roughly 2,500–5,000 residents with a modular layout that expands as communities grow.
This is a long-term, aspirational planning framework. The Romeo Foundation is in its earliest stage: it holds 501(c)(3) status and a clear vision, but has not yet secured land, financing, completed housing, or signed partnerships. Everything here describes standards and intent for future development — not current facilities, and no figure or specification should be read as a commitment, an appraisal, or a guarantee. It is intended as a planning reference for architects, engineers, nonprofit leadership, grant writers, and technology partners.
Building Overview
Recommended size & levels
Approximately 300,000 square feet
Four levels: full basement, first, second, and third floors
Construction goals
Durable, disaster-resistant construction
Universal accessibility
Flexible interior layouts
High-efficiency building systems
Designed for phased expansion
Basement — Operations & Resilience
Supports uninterrupted community operations.
Building infrastructure
Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing rooms
Fire pump room and building automation controls
IT server room, cybersecurity operations, telecommunications center
Energy & water
Battery and flywheel energy storage
Emergency generators
Rainwater storage, greywater treatment, water purification
Emergency operations
Emergency Operations Center and community shelter space
Medical surge area and communications room
Emergency supply, food, and drinking water reserves
