The central area of Freedom City features ultramodern buildings, many of them created by Dr. Metropolis, “grown” out of pre-existing materials shaped by his powers. The remaining buildings in the city use the finest modern construction methods and materials, making downtown Freedom one of the greatest North American metropolises. The downtown area is far from sterile and “planned,” however. Buildings show a variety of architectural styles, and there are a number of parks and tree-lined streets, giving the city a pleasant, colonial charm in many areas, contrasting with the modern structures and conveniences.