As the mid-sized and even smaller construction companies start digitization, their projects will increasingly benefit from sustainable practices and will give rise to a prevalence of green buildings in India says Paul Wallett, Regional Director, Trimble Solutions India and Middle East. What is the role of technology and solutions in making green structures the new […]
How green is my valley?
The built environment is always on an expansionist mode, the best we can do is to ensure that these man made marvels are both green and sustainable. Among the different factors which govern the existence of human beings, the influence and power of nature on us is paramount. For ages, hence, there has been a […]
Green building and sustainability are mere nomenclatures
The underlying concept of both these terms are the same, it all revolves around safeguarding the environment and building more with less amount of natural resources says Nilesh Gandhi, Principal Architect, Metadesign Architects. Green buildings and sustainability are two words we hear intermittently in the building and construction industry, is it same or different? They […]
The foreplay of light and glass in sustainable and green buildings
From energy efficient facades to circadian lighting systems, the importance of light and glass is paramount in buildings advocating sustainability points out Rakhee Bedi, Founding Principal, RSDA, a multi-disciplinary design firm. Glass and beautiful interiors Glass partitions are mostly used as decorative elements as they do not create strong visual barriers, nor are they very […]
Proflex Roofs are watertight, rustfree and maintenance-free
They have been tested to withstand severe weather conditions including typhoons, earthquakes, heavy winds and rainfall says Mayur Patel, CEO, Proflex – A division of M&B Engineering Ltd. What are the different types of roofing solutions offered by you and its advantages? Proflex is a pioneer of Self Supported Steel Roofing in India. Self Supported […]
Encraft windows and doors made out of uPVC are a symbol of strength and solidity
Encraft windows and doors made out of uPVC are a symbol of strength and solidityThey provide thermal comfort, contributing to a consistent internal temperature. These window frames help reduce up to 40 DB of external noise says Avanish Singh Visen, Chief Executive Officer, Encraft India. What kinds of doors and windows have the best market […]
Crompton unveils its new SilentPro range of fans with ActivBLDC technology
This aerodynamic design, which assures high performance in silence also comes with a smart remote operation. India’s market leader in the ceiling fan category, Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Ltd has unveiled its new futuristic design of fans called the SilentPro powered by the ActivBLDC technology. The latest addition to their premium portfolio of fans, the […]
Honeywell launches solutions to help improve building health and reassure occupants
Honeywell’s new solutions provide building owners with more control over critical health, safety and security factors to encourage sustained compliance with changing building standards, safety guidelines, government-issued regulations. Honeywell (NYSE: HON) has launched an integrated set of solutions to help building owners improve the health of their building environments, operate more cleanly and safely, comply […]
James Rose Center and EarthCam receive Honor Award from NJASLA
The James Rose Center provided EarthCam with historical documentation and on-site consultation throughout the rehabilitation process. The James Rose Center for Landscape Architectural Research + Design and EarthCam received an Honor Award in the category of Historical Preservation/Restoration for the Rehabilitation of the EarthCam headquarters landscape, formerly owned by Texwipe. Given to only a handful […]
SOM partners with World Green Building Council to Advance Net Zero Design
WorldGBC is convening national chapters of the organization alongside leading businesses from across the sector to define the parameters of this “whole life carbon” commitment. SOM has extended its commitment to climate action by joining the World Green Building Council (WorldGBC) as an Advancing Net Zero partner. In this role, SOM will help drive the […]