Efficient city layouts are paramount for maximizing productivity and citizen happiness in Anno 1404. For Occidental cities, a common strategy is to create a grid-like pattern for residential areas, allowing for easy placement of public buildings like Chapels, Taverns, and Market Buildings to cover a large number of houses. Industrial buildings, such as Woodcutter's Lodges, Mines, and production facilities, should be placed on the outskirts of your residential zones or on separate islands dedicated to production. Always ensure that production buildings are connected to Warehouses via roads for efficient transport of goods. Consider placing your main Warehouse centrally within your industrial zone. Leave space for future expansion and higher-tier public buildings like Churches and Cathedrals. A well-planned layout minimizes travel time for goods and citizens, boosting overall efficiency.
