Funny Quote by Jan Gehl
“If you make more roads, you will have more traffic.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Cities for People, 2013
More roads lead to more traffic, highlighting that expanding infrastructure alone doesn’t solve congestion.
In simple terms: More roads = more traffic.
Key Takeaway
Design smarter, not just bigger.
Themes
urban planning
traffic
infrastructure
behavior
Mood
analytical
pragmatic
Type
theoretical
policy-oriented
When to use this quote
- city zoning
- public transport planning
- traffic management
Key Concepts
systems thinking
sustainable design
Questions to Reflect On
- How can demand management reduce congestion?
- What alternatives reduce car dependence?
A Different Perspective
Driver behavior also matters.
