Care Quote by Jaime Lerner
“Many cities end up putting off things because they want to understand everything. They don't understand that innovating is about starting. Taking care of a city is a process that you start, and then give the population space to respond.”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: Urban Innovation Forum, 2015
Innovation requires action and allowing community feedback, not endless planning.
In simple terms: Start, then adapt with input.
Key Takeaway
Begin projects and iterate with citizens.
Themes
urban planning
innovation
participation
Mood
pragmatic
hopeful
Type
policy
strategic
When to use this quote
- city redevelopment
- public services
- community workshops
Key Concepts
systems thinking
co‑creation
Questions to Reflect On
- How will you measure early impact?
- What mechanisms ensure genuine community voice?
A Different Perspective
May underestimate resource constraints.
