Form follows profit is the aesthetic principle of our times.
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There is no one-size-fits-all solution to the challenges facing our cities or to the housing crisis, but the two issues need to be considered together. From an urban design and planning point of view, the well-connected open city is a powerful paradigm and an engine for integration and inclusivity.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Different cities face unique challenges, and solutions must consider the connectivity and openness of urban spaces.
Richard Rogers emphasizes that there is no universal solution to the complex issues cities encounter, particularly regarding housing. Instead, he argues that urban design must focus on creating well-connected and open environments that promote inclusivity and integration, suggesting that tackling these challenges holistically can lead to more effective outcomes.
Themes
Urban DesignHousingInclusivityConnectivityCities
In practice
Example use cases
In a conference on urban development, this quote can be used to highlight the importance of integrated planning.
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A greater focus on design in all new homes would make the best use of land, create homes and public spaces, and reinforce the structures of urban life.
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My passion and great enjoyment for architecture, and the reason the older I get the more I enjoy it, is because I believe we - architects - can effect the quality of life of the people.
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The only way forward, if we are going to improve the quality of the environment, is to get everybody involved.
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When I started out, nearly every architect I knew was working in public practice; that's where the radical thinking was done. But, there's always a danger of looking back as our fathers did and saying, 'Things were better then.'
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