William Whyte

William H. Whyte was an influential social scientist and urbanist known for studying how city spaces shape human behavior. His most famous work, "The Social Life of Small Urban Spaces," analyzed how people use public spaces and identified design features that encourage social interaction and activity. Whyte emphasized the importance of comfort, seating, and accessibility in creating lively, inviting areas. His insights have helped urban planners and architects design more engaging, human-centered public spaces that foster community and social connections.