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James Rouse

For many years, I have lived uncomfortably with the belief that most planning and architectural design suffers for lack of real and basic purpose. The ultimate purpose, it seems to me, must be the improvement of mankind.

James Rouse

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James Rouse is saying that a lot of planning and architectural work feels unsatisfying because it often lacks a clear, fundamental goal. He believes that the main goal of design should be to make life better for people.

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