Hall and Barrett (2012) indicate that a major problem that cities face is that not all the people who want a home have access to one. This could be as a result of housing prices, government policies or even the mismatch between the demand for and the supply of housing. One alternative that many persons have adapted is living upstairs or within the same building that they operate their business.
This picture was taken in Belmont and indicates a business on the ground floor while the owners occupy the top floor. This is the perfect example of convenience. Due to the the large population which results in traffic congestion throughout the city, persons that own a business and live within the same building or even perhaps a nearby building do not have to experience the hustle and bustle of going to and from work. According to Fishman (2014), "People that adapt such housing arrangements have increased flexibility over their daily schedule."
In my opinion, this type of housing arrangement is not only convenient but very idealistic. This picture also illustrates the maximum use of space since there is the issue of decreasing land area as the population continues to expand, Boone and Modarres (2009). Also, this allows for ease of residential mobility if they do decide to change their dwellings. Persons that have/plan on having their own businesses should consider this type of housing plan if they otherwise encounter problems in finding a place to stay.
Reference:
Boone, C., & Ali Modarres. 2009. City and Environment. Philadelphia: Temple University Press.
Fishman, S. 2014. Working for Yourself: Law and Taxes for Independent Contractors, Freelancers and Consultants. USA: California.
Hall, T., & Heather Barrett. 2012. Urban Geography. USA and Canada: Routledge.
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