Nowadays, many old builngings are demolished to make room for modern developments. In my opinion, disadvantages outweigh advantages in the long-term due to the historical and cultural value of old buildings.
First of all, many cities are overcrowded and there occurred a problem with a lack of space for new citizens. The most obvious solution is to demolish old buildings, which are not met for new requirements or in bad condition. This approach can make room for new offices, apartment complexes and car parkings. However, I believe that adapting old buildings for new needs is more effective and cheaper than rebuilding them into new ones. For example, an old termal power station in Moscow was converted into a new library with brand new open spaces, where everyone can work or read as they want.
Moreover, old buildings are the material evidence of the past. Arhitectural styles are usually strongly connected with some events or centuries in the past. Therefore, demolishing old buildings to make room for new ones makes the city’s cultural and historical value poorer. Furthermore, building modern development usually requires many resources such as concrete, steel and wood. This proces increases the carbon deaxide emissions and the contraction waste disposal. In general, demolishing old buildings inflicts a lot of damage to the cultural value of the city and environment.
In conclusion, I would say that demolishing old buildings has many disadvantages despite a problem with a lack of space in cities. I hope🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 that governments will adapt them for new needs and requirements.