Some people believe that it is better to live and work in a vertical city with multiple tall buildings, as compared to a horizontal city with fewer tall buildings. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

It is true that the construction of high-rise

buildings

has become a relatively new phenomenon in many cities around the world. IN MY VIEW, these tall structures offer a variety of benefits to residents. There are two main reasons for defending why living in a vertical city is the optimal choice.

First

, high-rise

buildings

provide a sensible answer to the problem of urban housing;

for example

, in Singapore and Hongkong where land is scarce and its price is astronomical, the government encounters difficulty in housing a growing population. These apartment

buildings

can effectively accommodate more

people

in the city.

Second

, the population density of the high-rise

buildings

encourages more facilities and services for residents,

such

as public transport and sports centres which are aimed at these communities.

On the other hand

, opponents may argue that the traditional type of city is a better place to live in. Many

people

would prefer a traditional house with a courtyard or a garden because it allows

people

a sense of belonging to nature, especially the elderly. Traditional houses are usually designed with an opening space in front of the door so that

people

from within a community can easily communicate with their neighbours.

Furthermore

, it is

also

safer for the low-rise building occupants to live and work, compared to living in a tall apartment or an office building, in case a fire or an emergency occurs. In conclusion, choosing an ideal place to live depends on a combination of factors, among which there are convenience and affordability. I believe high-rise

buildings

are a very positive solution to the prospective problems resulting from urban development.