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With the potential to offer a strong sense of community and efficient use of land, these traditional typologies are often attractive to residents and developers, writes Matt Bowker
Building new housing at higher densities is increasingly being seen as part of the solution to balance the high demand for homes with the acute shortage of land in urban centres.
In recent years, apartments have been the preferred choice to deliver more homes in town and city centres. However, not everyone wants to live in an apartment. There is a growing demand for homes that give people personal space, control of their immediate environment, and access to private gardens, all in a central location close to places of employment, schools, local shops, amenities, and public transport.
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