Away Quote by Jane Jacobs
““When distance and convenience sets in; the small, the various and the personal wither away.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Death and Life of Great American Cities, 1961
Urban design that prioritizes distance and convenience erodes community intimacy
In simple terms: Convenient cities weaken personal connections
Key Takeaway
Design for human scale to foster community
Themes
urban planning
community
intimacy
Mood
thoughtful
concerned
Type
urbanistic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- neighborhoods
- public transit
- online communities
Key Concepts
Social capital
public space
Questions to Reflect On
- How can cities balance convenience with community?
- What policies nurture personal ties?
A Different Perspective
Convenience can improve accessibility for some
![“I don't like being away from home. That's one reason why I don't work as much as I used to [when I started my career], because so many things are on the road. I just don't want to be away from my husband, my dogs and my home. I don't sing that much any more because that also takes you on the road.” quote by Jane Powell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/07c/jane-powell-36243_away_i-don-t-like-being-away-from-home-that-s_278.jpg)
