ABSTRACT
By presenting 12 urban design models that ultimately culminate in the Tall Buildings and Transit-oriented Development (TB-TOD) model, this chapter discusses the integration of tall buildings into the contemporary metropolis. This chapter argues that the TB-TOD model, a type of development that refers to vertical mixed-used developments centered on mass-transit nodes, may be one of the most suitable options for large cities going forward. From a placemaking perspective, tall buildings can therefore provide bold landmarks that spatially anchor transit stations while visually highlighting their functional significance.
