Dystopian or utopian, equalizing or segregating, depends a lot on perspective.
I've seen similar plans for proposed green towns/neighborhoods where the idea is to save fuel and encourage exercise by making everything you need within walking distance. The buildings/businesses would also share power systems and pumps for greater energy efficiency.
But, on the other hand, there are already places like this where it's more about exclusivity and security. And, I dunno, on the one hand that seems ostentatiously classist; on the other hand, is it that much different from me choosing a cozy suburb distant from the city where I work? I could choose to live in an inner city neighborhood. But I don't, because it's fucking scary and I'm going to live in the safest and nicest place within my budget.
Re: ITT: what are you up to
I've seen similar plans for proposed green towns/neighborhoods where the idea is to save fuel and encourage exercise by making everything you need within walking distance. The buildings/businesses would also share power systems and pumps for greater energy efficiency.
But, on the other hand, there are already places like this where it's more about exclusivity and security. And, I dunno, on the one hand that seems ostentatiously classist; on the other hand, is it that much different from me choosing a cozy suburb distant from the city where I work? I could choose to live in an inner city neighborhood. But I don't, because it's fucking scary and I'm going to live in the safest and nicest place within my budget.