Cities are living systems, and their true language is data. As designers and planners, we can interpret this spatial data and translate it into more equitable, resilient, and livable environments. By applying computational design methods, we can test and visualize thousands of possibilities, allowing us to focus not only on form but also on performance, human experience, and inclusivity.

This project investigates equality in accessibility, visibility, and safety at the urban scale. The central question is: What if multiple buildings shared a single super podium, and every street intersection was opened to enable people of different abilities to move freely? The super podium becomes a foundation for inclusion—ensuring access for all—while simultaneously providing incentive floor area ratio (FAR) bonuses for towers above, enriching architectural diversity and density.

The design framework explores 256 design spaces, combining variations in grid type (4), FAR options (4), node sizes (4), and podium forms (4). Each option was evaluated through performance-based metrics:

Through this process, the research identified an optimized configuration—Street Option 1, FAR Option 4, Podium Height 35 ft, and Node Offset 30 ft—which balances accessibility, daylight, and safety, particularly benefiting people with disabilities.