Century Quote by James Howard Kunstler
“The twentieth century was about getting around. The twenty-first century will be about staying in a place worth staying in.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Geography of Nowhere by James Howard Kunstler, 1993
The focus shifts from constant movement to creating meaningful, lasting places.
In simple terms: We need places worth staying in.
Build lasting, meaningful places.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- city planning
- home design
- community building
- personal fulfillment
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes a place worth staying in?
- How can we balance mobility with rootedness?
Staying still may limit growth and adaptability.