What is the BEST Density for Cities?
Nebula – Indie Streaming [Unofficial]
May 25, 2026
Some cities are incredibly dense, filled with towering skyscrapers. Others are spread out, filled with single family homes. Which is better? Is there a best density? Spoiler: it has something to do with transportation.
Resources mentioned in this video
A Pattern Language
Transit-Supportive Density in Greater Boston
Transit-Supportive Densities and Land Uses
Urban Densities and Transit: A Multi-dimensional Perspective
Other stuff!
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