City Quote by Jaime Lerner
“I have realized after all these years that a city that has a good quality of life attracts jobs. People don't want to invest in places if there is no quality of life.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: City Planning Insights, Jaime Lerner, 2010
Quality of life attracts investment; livable cities draw jobs and economic growth.
In simple terms: Livable cities attract jobs.
Key Takeaway
Improve city livability.
Themes
urban planning
economic development
quality of life
Mood
pragmatic
optimistic
Type
strategic
inspirational
When to use this quote
- city planning
- policy making
- business attraction
Key Concepts
livability index
urban economics
Questions to Reflect On
- What livability metrics matter most?
- How can you balance growth and livability?
A Different Perspective
Improving livability can be costly and politically challenging.
