Computational design can incorporate data on past and potential future natural calamities to inform the design of public spaces and urban landscapes. This can involve modeling potential flood or storm surge scenarios and using that information to determine appropriate location and layout of different elements of the space, such as buildings, walkways, and green spaces. Additionally, computational design can incorporate features like permeable paving or rain gardens to mitigate potential flood damage, as well as design elements such as raised walkways or coastal barriers to protect against sea level rise. By incorporating this information into the planning and design process, computational design can help to create more resilient public spaces and urban landscapes that are better able to withstand natural calamities.
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