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A city flourishes with features like human-centered design, diverse architecture, unique cultural identities, and public spaces that promote social interaction. In stark contrast, big box stores detract from these attributes, primarily designed for vehicular access rather than fostering community engagement. These titanic, one-story buildings—often exceeding 50,000 square feet—frequently lead to urban sprawl, transforming vibrant neighborhoods into car-dependent landscapes that discourage walkability and genuine community connections.