Figure 6
The illustration depicts a residential building that has undergone a green-focused renovation. The building features two additional floors with lightweight prefabricated elements clad in vertical slats, blending contemporary sustainability with the existing structure. The transformation includes a lush landscape at ground level with native shrubs, vertical green facades, and a pocket park that includes community seating, play areas, and bike infrastructure. The facade rhythm subtly changes, reflecting a diverse housing supply with various apartment sizes, layouts, and access points. The entrance canopy provides shelter, and the building meets modest energy performance gains, focusing on material choices and waste minimization. Inside, residents benefit from small improvements in comfort and limited internal upgrades. The overall design fosters social cohesion and spontaneous encounters between neighbors.Scenario 1: “the elevated commons.” AI-generated scorecard combining a narrative and visualization of a green-focused renovation strategy. The image is based on the reference photo shown in Figure 2, modified to reflect the scenario's emphasis on expanded greenery, communal terraces, and outdoor amenities. While socially and environmentally ambitious, this scenario ranked lower on cost and energy performance