morteza karimi runs simulation to develop manhattan to zoning capacity

morteza karimi runs simulation to develop manhattan to zoning capacity
all images courtesy of morteza karimi
above: union square

utilizing open source GIS data and the new york zoning resolution, NYC architect morteza karimi imagines manhattan developed to its maximum potential. a formal study of the present and future of the rapidly changing metropolis, quantifiable variables allow distinct neighborhoods to emerge. as developers compete for every inch of the borough, karimi’s animation may prove to be not far from the truth. watch the full simulation below. 

central park north

video courtesy of morteza karimi

upper east side  

upper west side

west village 

downtown 

washington heights  

midtown

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