It is argued that old constructions should be replaced with new and modern buildings in cities, while others think they have to protect ancient structures. This essay agrees with the view to modernize old buildings because modernizing buildings will give a refreshed look to the city and provide an organized structure for installing advanced technology. Also, maintenance costs are higher for old structures, which would be harder to carry on.
New construction gives the city a fresh look and technology friendly. Urban locations have to be upgraded with the latest technical devices and internet, which modern structures can easily accommodate and install. Old constructions lack this feature and would be hard to facilitate wiring and ports for internet access. Moreover, cities are usually visited by multiple people, and they will get a fresh vibe with new and more advanced structures rather than old buildings. For instance, two main buildings that are constructed in a very unique way are the biggest attractions in Mississauga and are a centre for tech hub.
It would be hard to maintain the cost of maintenance for old structures. Because with the passage of time, ancient structures will lose their paint and strength, which would require a lot of repair and maintenance. This would be required from time to time and needs regular inspection for its integrity. This would be very costly and harder for the government and other authorities to keep up. Besides, that money could be used more constructively on other things such as education and skill building for young children.
In conclusion, some people think that there should be modern and new construction for living and other purposes rather than having old buildings; some argue in favour of protecting old structures. However, it’s hard and financially challenging to maintain old buildings, and the idea of new and modern structures should be welcomed to keep a fresh look for cities and accommodate technology.