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Sound solutions to a noisy problem
The science of building or architectural acoustics is a well-developed field, yet rarely called into application in construction of residential houses and apartments, writes T. NANDAKUMAR.


Make the correct choice
Choosing the right home loan option is as important as picking up the right piece of property.
The best team to build your dream home
You need a good team to give shape to your dream home. You have to plan well while choosing the right team, from the architect to the carpenter.
Of architecture and anthropometry
Architecture is about space and people. To make a building architecturally successful, the link between space and inhabitants of that space is important. The link has to be established in many ways — physical, psychological, emotional and ...
Norms FAR away from consensus in Kochi
The list of those who are against the new Floor Area Ratio (FAR) norms proposed for Kochi is growing. The civic administrators of Kochi are the latest entrants to the list, which already includes a number of builders who have invested heavily ...
Making structures quake-resistant
Normally RCC based structure does well during disasters but defects in planning and execution makes it vulnerable
Sit back and relax, let the house clean itself
Self-cleaning paint, ever-sparkling cement and materials with memory... .smart materials can change your life.
For a kitchen that is very environment-friendly
The kitchen environment processor consists of an air sense ioniser, pest-repellent and electric chimney.
Cementing a new future
Indubhushan Patnaikuni of RMIT University in Melbourne focuses on developing a sustainable housing model that complements the environment and helps those residing in it. "Given the high cement production across the globe, imagine how much enviro nmental damage is caused. There is a need to adopt sustainable and eco-friendly construction practices."
How to value properties
The RBI recently issued a directive on property valuation. It has observed that different banks follow different policies for valuation of properties and appointment of valuers. As a result, the issue of correct and realistic valuation of ...



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