> Do you not want a large, detached house? No. In most central and southern Europe there are laws to ensure that density stays above a threshold, cities stays

> Do you not want a large, detached house? No. In most central and southern Europe there are laws to ensure that density stays above a threshold, cities stays walkable and apartments are built with proper walls and corridors to prevent any noise from the neighbors. This led to much cheaper housing and less need for driving.