Form follows profit is the aesthetic principle of our times.
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I love cities, I spend most of my life talking about cities. And the design of cities does have an effect on your life. You're lucky if you can see trees out of your window and you have a square nearby, or a bar, a cornershop, a surgery. Then you're living well.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The design and features of cities significantly impact people's lives and well-being.
In this quote, Richard Rogers emphasizes the profound influence that urban design has on our daily experiences and quality of life. He suggests that having access to green spaces, social gathering areas, and essential services enhances one's living conditions, making urban environments critical to individual happiness and fulfillment.
Themes
CitiesDesignLifeUrbanWell-Being
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about urban development, one might use this quote to highlight the importance of thoughtful city planning.
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