Skyscrapers are the worlds attempt to avoid truth. But sometimes they manifest some truth. For example we can now see that the creation of the world's tallest tower is sponsored by the heirs of the recently departed Osama Bin Laden. That's wonderful.
The requisite height of a building is four stories. Such structures have a human scale. Just because we can do things does not mean we should. That was made clear in Eden.
The stadium is the best image of how we should build our new cyber cities. They are about four levels. They can accommodate 10,000 with ease. They suggest a walkable space. They suggest strength to resist elements. They suggest a scale that could enable 10,000 to afford the sort of securities and amenities they never could afford living in the midst of detached, capital-eating, sprawl.
To date I have not had a note from the President saying this is a good idea. But he takes his time.
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