Facades incorporate bigger fenestrations considering the sun path, which helps in minimizing the use of artificial lighting. Further, it helps in fabricating efficient building interiors and thereby minimizing the energy consumption, says Ritin Gulati, Principal Architect, Ritin Gulati & Associates. What is the importance of facade cladding in contemporary times? The foremost merit of using […]
The energy requirement of buildings can be reduced by the internal layout of the design
By making the best use of the sun’s radiation, the need for heating energy can be reduced. Spaces such as sunrooms, if located on south façades of buildings, also contribute to heating of the building and energy conservation, by storing solar radiation, says Nitin Pawar, Construction Manager, Turner India. How does site selection and building […]
A review on energy efficiency in Indian construction
Time and again it has been stressed that it is necessary to use our resources wisely. In the built environment, this translates to efficient use of energy, processes and materials and ensure our long-term survival. In ongoing construction of buildings and complexes as also the completed projects, energy efficiency is a core issue. It directly […]
Architecture is a confluence of infinity
From ‘SEVEN’ to ‘Power of Ten’, in a conversation with Vikas Bhadra, Architect Satoshi Kurosaki summarises his journey in the world of architecture with some interesting anecdotes. The ‘Power of Ten’ which led me to become an architect I believe that good design is something that is based around tradition and culture and yet it never […]
The building form is a crucial factor for determining overall energy loss or gain
High-rise buildings designed with green atriums incorporated into the form can double up as outdoor public spaces while improving the building’s energy efficiency, says Saurabh Goenka, Senior Associate, S9 Architecture. How does site selection and building orientation matter to energy efficiency in the pre-building phase? Can you illustrate with examples from your work? Site selection […]
TWIN elevator concept is yet to find its place in India
It has its advantages of optimizing passenger dispatches and energy savings within limited constraints up to 30 per cent efficient. However, the cost benefits analysis for the concept needs to be studied, says Wilfred Clarence, GM – Operations, Johnson Lifts. The TWIN elevator system is more common in Europe, what kind of acceptance has it […]
TWIN comes equipped with intelligent traffic control for traffic optimization
This state-of-the-art TWIN system by nature is more efficient because of independent operation of the cars and by parking cars that are not in use, says Manish Mehan, CEO & MD, TK Elevator (India). The TWIN elevator system is more common in Europe, what kind of acceptance has it garnered in India so far? How […]
Gen2 elevator with ReGen drive can reduce energy consumption
Gen2 elevator can reduce it up to 75 per cent compared to traditional elevators with conventional drives. Otis has sold more than one million Gen2 elevators worldwide since its launch, says Sebi Joseph, President, Otis India. How does Otis lifts aid in reducing energy consumption? In the recent past, there has been an increased demand […]
uPVC and Aluminium windows offer different levels of energy efficiency
uPVC profile has a U value (W/m²K) of around 1.3 to 1.8 square meter Kelvin., whereas Thermally Broken Aluminium, which we are offering as a U value of around 1.8 to 2.4, which is similar to the uPVC windows, says Mario Schmidt, Managing Director, Lingel Windows and Doors Technologies Private Limited. What are some properties […]
Terracotta is quite durable and has been in use for quite some time
However, at present, there are much better and economical tile options available in the market. CMC’s Kalesinterflex from Turkey, is bacteria resistant and also A1 class fire resistant, says Amit Shah, Managing Director, Classic Marble Company. How can tiles enhance the design value of interiors? From all possible range in colours to pattern and sizes […]