1. BOSG Project Summary
Project Overview: The Octave Sanctuary & Garden (BOSG)
The Binghamton Octave Sanctuary & Garden (BOSG) is envisioned as a transformative public architectural landmark that directly addresses public safety, urban blight, and community well-being by revitalizing underutilized city land into a vibrant, accessible, and inclusive public space. The project is designed to provide free, year-round access to a tranquil, contemplative environment while serving as a hub for education on open-source, regenerative building techniques. The core structure is an acoustically optimized Octave FiberForm Dome, set within a signature eight-petal garden, with integrated public amenities such as ADA-compliant pathways, public restrooms, and performance areas.
The nonprofit BOSG is responsible for long-term stewardship, asset management, and ensuring all activities comply with local permitting, building codes, and fiscal sponsorship requirements, supporting both economic and cultural revitalization in the community.
I. Funding Strategy and Financial Firewall
Seed Capital ($150,000)
This initial funding is allocated to secure professional services—including a licensed structural engineer, consulting project manager, and legal oversight—as well as a contingency reserve to mitigate risks associated with first-time large-scale project management. All professional services will be procured in compliance with nonprofit procurement standards and local regulations, retained under formal written contracts with clear deliverables.
Construction and Maintenance Endowment ($500,000)
The long-term sustainability of BOSG is guaranteed through a legally structured financial firewall. The for-profit Octave Builders Academy (OBA) operates under an exclusive, arms-length licensing agreement with BOSG (the nonprofit), paying a contractual 40% royalty on net revenue from workshops and educational products. These royalties are designated solely for the BOSG Maintenance and Endowment Fund, managed with independent board oversight and public reporting to ensure perpetual financial independence and compliance.