Gagnætlun
Gagnætlun is an Icelandic term that translates to "counter-planning" or "reverse planning". It describes a situation where instead of a central authority or entity dictating a plan, the plan emerges from the bottom up, through the actions and interactions of individuals or smaller groups. This approach contrasts with traditional top-down planning where decisions are made by a few and then implemented.
In practice, Gagnætlun can manifest in various contexts, from urban development to economic systems. For instance,
The core idea behind Gagnætlun is that complex and effective plans can arise from the uncoordinated efforts