What is the BEST Density for Cities?
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Some cities are incredibly dense, filled with towering skyscrapers. Others are spread out, filled with single family homes. Which is better? Is there a best density? Spoiler: it has something to do with transportation.
# Resources mentioned in this video
A Pattern Language
TransitSupportive Density in Greater Boston
TransitSupportive Densities and Land Uses
Urban Densities and TransitA Multidimensional Perspective
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