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Efficiency and Human Rhythm
Efficiency becomes problematic when systems require people to move faster than everyday life reasonably allows.
Cities function best when systems align with human rhythm: predictable timing, coordinated movement, and unobtrusive logistics.
The objective is not maximum speed, but a city that feels stable, reliable, and breathable.
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What Efficiency Really Means
Efficiency is not defined by speed alone; it is defined by reduced friction.
When transport, crossings, logistics, and public services are coordinated in time, the city becomes predictable. People rely on the system rather than rushing within it, allowing the city to remain calm while continuously active.
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Why Efficiency and Rhythm Matters
Predictability Reduces Anxiety
People remain calmer when movement timing can be anticipated rather than constantly reacted to.
Speed Is Not Equivalent to Performance
A city may operate quickly and still feel demanding. Effective performance is often experienced as stable and unobtrusive.
Logistics Should Remain Background Infrastructure
Well-designed systems support daily life continuously without drawing attention or overwhelming public space.
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