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Is density really a good thing in any capacity beyond the single point of enabling more specialized jobs to exist there?
by jimmaswell 9y ago
Is density really a good thing in any capacity beyond the single point of enabling more specialized jobs to exist there?
- didibus 9y agoIn my perspective density creates community and culture. Its much easier for people to walk around, explore and meet each other when things are designed for human scale.
- jimmaswell 9y agoDo people just strike up random conversations on the street like that? I've heard that's not appreciated in NYC in particular.
- didibus 9y agoNot randomly on the street. But in the bars, and with neighbors, at shows, in the parcs, yes. Also roommates is probably one of the best ways to meet people as an adult.
- jimmaswell 9y agoEh, I'm really glad I ended up getting a job with a salary that didn't necessitate a roommate. Had those in college, didn't like it.
- dx034 9y agoIn dense areas you usually don't need a car. All shops are close enough to walk as there are enough customers around. Dense mixed areas can also lead to short commute times. And walkability is not just about traffic jams, it's about health. Walking to work is likely to improve health vs. driving.
- jimmaswell 9y agoSome downsides for me are long waits/required reservations at establishments, general crowdedness (in itself and how it enables pickpocketing etc), higher background noise, and more. Having experience with some different density levels throughout my life I'll probably always prefer some approximation to the "small town" style I grew up with.
- dbbk 9y agoI've lived in two cities in the UK in my life, Nottingham and London. I have never once felt the desire to learn how to drive. I can get public transport anywhere I want, and most of the time I can walk. It's crazy to me how spread out some US cities are, I don't see any benefit to it.