Structural safety audits must be undertaken every four decades at least and after every extreme seismic incident says Madhav Raman, Co-Founder, Anagram Architects What kind of maintenance is required for the existing buildings which have come into existence as a part of the modern construction methods? In recent times, to enhance speed, scale and resource […]
Preventive maintenance is a must for building to retain its structural integrity
It helps in preventing damage to the building and improving its service life says Prem Nath, Principal Architect, Prem Nath and Associates What kind of maintenance is required for the existing buildings which have come into existence as a part of the modern construction methods? All the buildings deteriorate from the time they are completed. Hence […]
Façade material depends on the kind of impression one wishes to create
These could be as basic as brick, as traditional as concrete, it could be an alternative in terms of using materials like Ferro Concrete, Metal and Corten Steel says Smaran Mallesh, Co–founder and Principal Architect at Cadence Architects How does a façade add value to the overall aesthetics of a building? The façade establishes the […]
Concrete continues to be the leading material in modern day construction
Concrete continues to lead the pack and is emerging in different avatars like self-compacting concrete, self-curing concrete, self-healing concrete and foam concrete etc says Shashank Vaidya, Director, Gem Engserv Pvt. Ltd. What kind of maintenance is required for the existing buildings which have come into existence as a part of the modern construction methods? […]
Natural marble was and is the most sought-after stone for flooring applications
Marble lends exclusivity and elegance to the applied area and is durable, making it last for generations. That apart it also offers a sheer variety in colors, shades and patterns says Amit Shah, Managing Director, Classic Marble Company (CMC) Especially for mass consumption properties, what according to you is the most durable flooring? For durability, […]
Modern construction methods make buildings durable and beautiful
Pre-Engineering Building (PEB) & Post Tension (PT) structures are being used for durability along with light transmitting concrete for aesthetic says Mugilan Muthaiah, Founder & CEO, Mano Project Consultants Pvt. Ltd. What kind of maintenance is required for the existing buildings which have come into existence as a part of the modern construction methods? Waterproofing […]
Orientbell’s Double Charge Tiles are preferred, potent and popular
There is a strong consumer perception that the double layer adds to durability. Forever Tiles, which are scratch resistant, germ-free & with a matt finish, are equally popular says, Alok Agarwal, Chief Marketing Officer, Orientbell Tiles. Especially for mass consumption properties, what according to you is the most durable flooring? This is an answer that is […]
High-rise buildings need to be designed with an understanding of future maintenance
Buildings that have come into existence due to modern construction methods are already planned for maintenance, the maintenance required in such buildings is preventive maintenance using tools and technology wherever possible says Jayesh Rajpurohit, Co-Founder and CEO, Brick&Bolt. What kind of maintenance is required for the existing buildings which have come into existence as a […]
Scala1 enables homeowners to boost water supply through plug and play mechanism
Introduced by Grundfos SCALA1 can also be connected to the intuitive Grundfos GO REMOTE app for hassle free day to day operations Grundfos India, a global leader in advanced pump solutions and a trendsetter in water technologies, announced the launch of SCALA1 today. The SCALA1 is an all-in-one pressure booster with high-efficiency motor and hydraulics […]
Orientbell Tiles launches Inspire 3.0 – a range of truly luxurious tiles
The tiles are resistant to stains, scratches, water, acid and chemical spillage, which makes them extremely durable and low maintenance Orientbell Tiles has launched their latest range – Inspire 3.0 This collection of glazed vitrified tiles showcases its design finesse and draws design inspiration from the best marbles of nature. This new range, available in two sizes: 600x1200mm […]