Crowded places

Q1.Do you agree that in the future cities will become so crowded that they will have no green spots?

Ans:Oh, no, I don't think it will ever happen. Rather on the contrary, cities will increase emphasis on parkland and green spaces in a bid to tackle environmental challenges and improve the quality of life, I guess. Though, even if cities become so crowded that there will be no green spots under foot, I'm more than sure that architects and designers will find new solutions for green space expansion such as creating green roofs and green facades.

Q2.What places are often crowded in your country?

Ans:Well, I guess all kinds of places where there are crowds of people and tons of cars, and especially the streets of cities with dense population and traffic as such cities are always full of people, noises and sounds. I'd also mention such places as train stations, airports, stadiums, malls, nightclubs and amusement parks as they unite lots of people, which creates an exciting loud atmosphere bringing even more people in.

Q3.Do people change their behaviour when they get to a crowded place?

Ans:Well, in most cases they do, I think, as every time people get to a crowded place they become excited by the noise and actions of the crowd and wish to fit in by imitating others. It's natural for people to respond to local conditions and culture, which can often change their common behaviour adapting it to the situation. Oh... and one more thing which explains why people can change their behaviour in the crowd is the fact that they feel anonymous which unties their hands and lets them behave less prudently.

Q4.What are the negative aspects of crowded places?

Ans:Well, I guess the most unpleasant things connected with crowded areas are an overwhelming number of people, which can easily drive anyone mad, and a lot of noise and stress. I would also mention traffic and pedestrian congestion as an annoying factor as well as no empty place to sit or lie down (if to consider crowded beaches), and no personal space. One more negative aspect of crowded spots deserving our attention is high prices. That's it, I guess.