Sometimes, it's best to leave your comfort zone. I have decided to push myself for some creativity. I'm not a writer (as if you couldn't tell), but I have decided to push that aside to write some corny stories. The text below is from one of these stories.
Welcome to Futuropolis . One hundred years ago , America's greatest mind got together and envisioned a forward-thinking society. They acquired a large uninhabited chunk of land in Alaska and pursued their vision. Today, Futuropolis is the most advanced city on Earth, and this is by a wide margin.
Futuropolis has become an attractive setting for intellectuals. Many of the world's most influential individuals have visited Futuropolis with the intent of replicating the city. Today, the woman named the most brilliant mind of the millennium will be moving in. She intends to create a New Futuropolis in Africa.
Say hello to Enlightia . She has a meeting set up with the historian for Futuropolis. We will be given a brief overview of how Futuropolis was developed.
Enlightia took the hovertrain to the front entrance of Futuropolis. She was greeted by the historian , who invited Enlightia to share a pod . Once in, the pod levitated above the ground and started to circle the outer reaches of Futuropolis.
"None of what you see here was a legitimate plan for Futuropolis. Unpredictability was always a consideration. The original plans for the city called for continuous adaptation to the future."
The pod started moving towards the center of the city.
"Many of these buildings were built during the first twenty years. When buildings have become obsolete, they have been replaced. Most of these buildings are still well suited for their original purposes."
The pod started moving in an upward trajectory. A large floating building was directly in front of the pod.
"Perhaps the biggest mistake made by the founders of Futuropolis was an overestimated security concern. The building in front of us, the Floating Palace, was built as a prison. Due to widespread tolerance, properly addressed mental health, and an abundance of opportunities to contribute , crime is a rare occurrence throughout the city. Originally, this building was built on top of four pillars. One of the pillars housed an elevator, and the others were strictly built to hold the structure. As time progressed, technology improved. Once anti-gravitational technology was developed, the structure was modified. The pillars were then demolished. This building now houses a museum."
The pod dropped back down.
"This central area in the city is relatively new. When the Floating Palace’s pillars were removed, it opened the core to new development. The emerging development became the city's showcase district. This is home to accommodations for visitors and research centers providing previews of what you will see in the future. Restrictions were placed on building heights to accommodate the floating building. As demand for density increased, builders started adding floors underground beneath the existing structures. Technology has reached the point where builders can make these additions without closing any buildings."
The pod approached the tallest most central building.
"This is the Spire. A few years before the pillars were demolished, construction began. Since the pillars were on the outer perimeter of the core, the Spire's central location ensured sufficient division between the new construction and the demolition work. Height requirements were not yet established. When the plans were finalized, the city liked the idea of a central building standing above its surroundings pointing to the Floating Palace. The height limits imposed for surrounding buildings were defined by the halfway point between the lowest elevation in the core and the top of the Spire."
The pod moved towards an opening near the base of the Spire.
"The Spire has become the biggest tourist facility in Futuropolis. Much of the building's space acts as a hotel. Many amenities are also included, as well as connections to neighboring buildings. Everything above the ground floor is hotel space. The ground floor includes various services and amenities. Below ground, construction has taken place five floors at a time. These five floors are themed based off reasons that people may visit Futuropolis. During your stay, you will be staying on the lowest floor of the Futuropolis Museum section. "
As soon as the pod penetrated the outer walls, it started to descend.
"The first themed section developed was dedicated to simulating nature. Despite being completely enclosed, all plant life seen here is growing naturally. This central section removes floors and ceilings to allow trees to utilize the full height of this section. With a dense canopy, it is nearly impossible to tell that we are indoors when you are on the ground. This section helped establish a framework for other sections. Ground access is why the bottom level of each section is always the most desirable and most expensive."
As the pod continued its descent, the rooms surrounding the park became less obvious. Shrubbery became denser. It was becoming more difficult to see through branches to find a wall. Similarly, the canopy was effective at blocking out the ceiling. The pod maneuvered above maze-like trails until it reached another opening. The pod dropped below and into a smaller replica of Futuropolis.
"This is the Futuropolis Museum section. This entry features a five-story holographic portrayal of the core section of Futuropolis. There are days when this hologram is replaced by an alternative hologram dedicated to showing off our city. Each of these five floors also includes a smaller holographic room to allow a more personalized experience featuring holograms of your choice. We have selected a very special room for you. You will be placed immediately adjacent to one of these rooms and across the hall from a pathway that leads to a nearby museum and historical center. Even within this location, your pod can bring you back to this featured hologram room within a minute."
The pod passed through a hole in a wall then continued down a hallway. After turning a corner, a wall slid open. The pod moved through the opening and stopped. The pod's exterior retracted, leaving a seat.
"This will be your room. If you need to go anywhere, your pod can take you. I will leave you alone. If you need anything, let me know."
The historian left through the opening in the wall, and the wall slid back. Enlightia explored her room and settled down for the rest of the day.
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