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“We try to avoid the single-building syndrome. You have to look at the big picture. If you try to put social and cultural development ahead of economic development, it doesn’t work. You have to do it all together.” quote by Aga Khan IV
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“We try to avoid the single-building syndrome. You have to look at the big picture. If you try to put social and cultural development ahead of economic development, it doesn’t work. You have to do it all together.”

Aga Khan IV

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Balanced development requires integrating social, cultural, and economic progress rather than prioritizing one over the others.

In simple terms: All aspects of development must be coordinated.

Key Takeaway

Pursue holistic development strategies.

Themes

development integration policy economics culture

Mood

analytical optimistic

Type

policy strategic

When to use this quote

  • urban planning
  • education reform
  • economic policy
  • community projects

Key Concepts

systems thinking sustainable development interdisciplinary planning

Questions to Reflect On

  • What mechanisms ensure all sectors advance together?
  • How can conflicts between cultural and economic goals be resolved?
A Different Perspective

Complex trade‑offs can stall implementation.

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