The way how new houses should be constructed has become a matter of debate, with some calling for absolute freedom in this regard, and others, harmony with the surrounding area. While both perspectives hold merit, I lean toward the latter view.
With tastes and personal conditions differing significantly, it can seem reasonable to allow the general public to freely express themselves while building places of their residence. This is because the concept “ideal home” varies depending on social circle, depending on social circle, values, culture, and socio-economic status. For instance, while some prefer and also afford to have a bungalow or cottage constructed, for others the presence of a front yard and balcony, or a facade in a minimalistic or neo classic style can be of utmost importance. Realising their aspirations as regards the dream home, people are most likely to feel satisfied, comfortable, proud, and most importantly home.
Granted, this view is valid; nevertheless, it also has a potential to disseminate an architectural chaos. Carte blanche to design houses however one wants is bound to backfire, giving rise to eye-sore areas with accommodation varying in colours, shapes, and sizes. Given these realities, a previously chosen and dictated style for houses in a particular place should be respected and followed to maintain it visually beautiful and in order. A good case in point is numerous historical cities in the UNESCO heritage list, which abide by strict uniform building regulations, and where even small change to private houses is to be approved by the local authorities. As a result, not only do such neat areas provide aesthetic pleasure, but they can also serve as a source of income owing to tourists coming to appreciate the architecture there. This corroborates that architecture embodies a sphere favoring accuracy over frivolity.
In conclusion, while I symphathise with the viewpoint of those desiring to build their houses frivolously, our personal desires should come second to those of a wider community from my perspective. If governments introduce a universal set of building codes, not only the beauty but also the functionally of housing areas can be preserved.