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Why do people build homes with more space than they need?

I am not sure why people build 5000 sq ft homes on 1/4 acre lots, then complain about there is not green space. If you want to conserve land please stop building monster houses.

Public Comments

1. ego
2. You conserve land by not building more homes.
3. Because they can. Jealous?
4. We get fatter every year and need space for clothes
5. I agree! I personally love big houses with wide, open spaces inside and high ceilings but definitely not on small lots! It looks bad to see a huge house on a small patch of grass and built way too close to their neighbors. I would rather have more lawn and a smaller house. Also, I don't like going into a big house that isn't adequately furnished with enough furniture (or the style is totally wrong such as thrift-store chic) and no evidence of any decorating. It makes me think the people don't really have enough money and they're sinking all their money into the house. Just get a smaller house and have everything work together.