State or Council Housing
- In some countries the government provides state or council housing
- This helps people who cannot afford to buy their own house
- It can be argued that state housing creates dependence on the government
- People should rely on the government to look after them
- People have no incentive to earn money and buy their own home
- Council properties are often made with cheap, poor-quality materials
Old Buildings
- Historic buildings are part of a country’s heritage
- They should be protected
- Old buildings are often considered to be works of art
- They give character to cities and attract tourists
- They show us how people lived in the past
- We identify countries by architectural symbols like the pyramids in Egypt
- Governments should spend money on looking after historic buildings
- They need regular repairs and maintenance
- New buildings should be designed to complement them
Modern or Green Buildings
- Modern buildings should be designed to be environmentally friendly
- They should use less energy and produce less waste
- Modern insulation e. water, sound and heat covering can make houses more energy-efficient
- Solar and wind power can be used to generate electricity
- Rainwater and waste water can be recycled and used to flush
- Modern glass buildings take advantage of natural light
