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A recurring theme in the discussion of urban design is humility. Traditional architecture often leans toward expert arrogance, with the designer assuming they know best. When spaces fail, they might blame the users rather than questioning the design itself.
At Gehl, the philosophy is quite the opposite: if people don't use a space as intended, it indicates an error in design, not a flaw in human behavior. This mindset encourages creating environments responsive to human nature, allowing residents to personalize and adapt spaces to suit their needs.