design-evaluation

Evaluate urban design proposals against global standards and generate evidence-based scorecards.

123|38|Updated Feb 28, 2026
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Skill: design-evaluation
Source: https://github.com/Abhinavbwj/Urban-Design-Skills-Claude/tree/main/skills/design-evaluation
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Abhinavbwj/Urban-Design-Skills-Claude --skill design-evaluation-abhinavbwj

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill solves the challenge of subjective or inconsistent urban design reviews by providing a rigorous, evidence-based framework to score masterplans and urban schemes against global best practices.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Composite Scorecard: Evaluates projects across 30 criteria covering connectivity, vitality, public realm, safety, identity, and sustainability.
  • Framework-Specific Deep Dives: Provides specialized assessments for Gehl 12 Quality Criteria, CPTED safety principles, Healthy Streets indicators, and Universal Design.
  • Benchmark Comparison: Automatically compares project metrics against 15+ global exemplar projects like Barcelona's Superblocks or Vauban.

Quick Start

Use the design-evaluation skill to perform a full composite scorecard assessment on the masterplan provided in the project files.

Frequently Asked Questions about design-evaluation

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I evaluate an urban design masterplan against global standards?

Urban design evaluation involves scoring masterplans against 30 criteria covering connectivity, vitality, and sustainability to generate an evidence-based composite scorecard. This process replaces subjective reviews with rigorous global benchmarking.

What frameworks are used for public space and placemaking critique?

Frameworks for public space critique include Gehl 12 Quality Criteria, CPTED safety principles, Healthy Streets indicators, and Universal Design. These provide targeted qualitative design quality scoring for urban placemaking and development projects.

Can I benchmark my project metrics against global urban design exemplars?

Yes, you can benchmark project metrics by automatically comparing them against 15+ global exemplar projects like Barcelona's Superblocks or Vauban. This quantitative benchmarking shows how your sustainability and connectivity metrics compare globally.

Does this urban design evaluation tool work for sustainability assessments?

Yes, sustainability assessment is a core function, evaluating urban schemes against comprehensive global best practices for environmental standards. The scorecard specifically measures project sustainability alongside connectivity, public realm, and safety criteria.

What is the best way to perform a framework-specific compliance check for urban development?

The best way to perform compliance checks is applying framework-specific deep dives like CPTED safety principles or Healthy Streets indicators to your masterplan. This generates targeted scorecards verifying if your urban development meets specialized theoretical standards.