Achieved by having a high population density, help to support local business, lower transportation and infrastructure costs. Local businesses can sustain themselves as there will be a sufficient demand for goods and services. It also helps provide job opportunities for residents nearby, allowing them to earn income and high standards of living. When buildings and objects are close to each other, it lowers transportation cost. When the bus interchange and MRT station are near each other, infrastructure cost is lowered as there is no need to incur further cost to build any additional infrastructure.