Orsos Island is a man-made island that Austrian entrepreneur Gabor Orsos has dreamed up and is planning to sell and build. The target market, of course, are the mega-rich. The "island" has a price tag of 5.2 million euros. According to Orsos, "interest has been massive from all over the world... We have already had the first pre-orders and have some potential buyers coming from Australia next week" (AFP).
The "Orsos Island", named after the company founder, is basically a floating platform measuring 20 by 37 meters. It has no engine and so requires a tow boat for mobility. The "island" offers 1000 square ft. of living space and can sleep up to 12 people plus crew of 4. It is self sufficient in obtaining power through large stretches of solar panels on the roof as well as wind generators but in case of emergencies the "island" also has 2 diesel engines and a 6 000-litre fuel capacity. Water will also not be an issue as the Orsos has the capability of turning salt water into fresh water and turning waste water into clean water. In terms of plants, there will be ample space on the island where palm trees and other assorted flora can grow.
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| Interior of the Orsos |
Right now, no "islands" have been produced yet but the company does have a completed 3D model of its design. Once manufacturing starts, it will initially be in land-locked Slovakia. Orsos expects the first finished products, which includes manufacturing and the transportation down the Danube River into the Black Sea, to be ready in 18 months to 2 years (AFP).
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