From intimate whispers on Skype, to explosive political uses of WhatsApp in neighbourhoods under siege, Highrise: Universe Within takes us inside the hearts, minds and computers of vertical citizens around the world: from Guangzhou to Mumbai to New York and beyond. Drawing on documentary, fiction, photography, film, data art and webGL, Universe Within confronts the viewer with provocative questions about ethics, emotions and empathy in our digital, vertical environments. The project was honoured with a Webby Award for Best Use of Interactive Video and a Canadian Screen Award for Best Original Interactive Production.