If the phrase cognitive disengagement doesn’t ring any bells, it’s because city planners and architects have long been without the scientific backing to prove the effectiveness of their designs. That is until recently as studies have shown a direct link between boring buildings and depression. Although the first thought that pops up might be grey and dull city streets, suburbia also happens to be in the mix with its generic one-design-appeases-all approach.
A Direct Effect On The Economy
The perpetual investment in the bland is not only hurting the cognitive response of city and suburbia dwellers, but it also has an effect on growth and income. This is because the sexier, more glamorous cities and suburbs are able to attract different talent and tenants. The generic shoebox approach inevitably just lures those who can’t afford to go to these cities and a perpetual cycle of low income
The End Of Generic Home Building
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