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“First life, then spaces, then buildings - the other way around never works.”

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Jan Gehl
Jan Gehl

Jan Gehl is a renowned Danish architect known for his research on urban planning and human behavior. His work emphasizes the impact of urban design on people's daily lives, particularly in terms of pedestrian and bicycle traffic. more

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“In a Society becoming steadily more privatized with private homes, cars, computers, offices and shopping centers, the public component of our lives is disappearing. It is more and more important to make the cities inviting, so we can meet our fellow citizens face to face and experience directly through our senses. Public life in good quality public spaces is an important part of a democratic life and a full life.”

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