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“Nothing in this world is more simple and more cheap than making cities that provide better for people.”

Quote by Jan Gehl

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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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