In many cities, there is little control on the design and construction of new houses. Some people think that people can choose to build houses in their own styles instead of building them with the same as the old house style in local areas. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

It is clear that when setting up a building, people are concerned about the design. Having the freedom to choose the design they want has both pros and cons, but I believe whether the advantages overshadow the disadvantages depends on the areas where new buildings are constructed. The freedom in architectural designs allows the erection of exquisite buildings that generate people’s appreciation, which

consequently

raises the aesthetic values of a country and enhances economic chances.

This

can be clearly demonstrated in the tourism industry as people travel to look for the unique attributes of the destinations. Take the Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral as an example. It does not need to comply with the surrounding building styles. With distinctive, beautiful complex French architectural features, it has been the ultimate symbol Ho Chi Minh City, which attracts more than two millions of tourists every year.

However

, too much freedom in housing designs might be problematic in certain areas. There are places where building design serves particular purposes,

for example

, to show local area’s cultural and historic values. If people here are allowed to freely build houses that do not follow the established guidelines, the aesthetic values will be compromised.

For instance

, contemporary buildings are not permitted to be constructed in Hoi A – an ancient town of Vietnam as

this

place remains an example of a South-East Asian trading port dating from the 15th to the 19th century and has become a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In conclusion, whether the advantages outweigh the disadvantages of little control on building designs depends on the local areas and their purposes.