Masterplanning, as we have come to know it, is out of fashion (News January 18).

Heron Tower, London

Cities could be more vibrant, and more functional places without it.

And, yes, our cities could definitely do with being slightly denser, though that does not necessarily mean a rash of very tall residential buildings — we could all squeeze up just a little bit more.

Jane Jacobs would be enjoying this conversation.

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