As Singapore continues to build upwards and outwards, noise pollution has become a pressing concern for residents across the city-state. The whirring of drills, the rumble of trucks, the clanging of metal — it’s all part of the soundtrack of progress. But as development accelerates, many are beginning to ask: are sound barriers alone enough to manage the growing noise levels, or is it time for a shift in how we build altogether? Sound Barriers: The Go-To Solution If you live near a construction site or a major expressway, chances are you’ve seen — or heard — Singapore’s sound barriers...