There are fairly simple ways to noise cancel very well with wood structures, the problem is nobody wants to pay to do it. Double drywalled walls, internally sep

There are fairly simple ways to noise cancel very well with wood structures, the problem is nobody wants to pay to do it. Double drywalled walls, internally separated walls, internal insulation, better doors and windows,etc. And it usually is still cheaper than stonework, but it also still increases construction costs. People always, always, ALWAYS, try to skimp on construction costs, even when they are already getting a fantastic deal or something far superior is only like a few cents more. People will take a 50% reduction in construction quality, longevity, and finish if it will save them 10%. Even if it ultimately only accounts for a few months worth of profit, even if it will ultimately cost them more in maintenance, even if it makes energy costs twice as high.