Dress up your construction, don't ignore structural health !

In India, specially at Kolkata, a new trend / practice has began . Most of the builders dress up their construction like a bride on her first day of wedding ! Buildings look beautiful and glamorous, but for a few days . It is only when the 'bridal' make up of the building comes off after a couple of odd seasons ; one get to see the building / structure as it actually is !



Most of the buildings are only elevation oriented, not safety oriented . Normally; a weak, poor structure is covered with beautiful cladding. That obviously does not improve the overall quality of the building because the safety is completely ignored . Exceptions are there, but as we know, majority rules ! After all, a gorgeous make up of a building gives more profit to the builders /promoters . They provide swimming pool, gymnasium, community centre , club etc. and take a decent amount of money from the buyers . They don't look after the safety, stability and quality of construction for the main dwelling structure where the buyer has to live most of the time .
In comparison, small, single unit apartments are built with some amount of safety consciousness . These builders don't have a huge money to provide exotic elevation , so they properly emphasize on the structural beauty and health !


The tiny Residential building project , where safety is the prime concern !
Holy Construction at Kolkata .


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Aesthetics , the prime idea of beauty in interior designing.

Aesthetics, the prime idea of beauty in interior designing has always been one of the most important consideration and needs of people . In India, we have different economy group, as well as different society and thus every society or income group has certain aesthetic norms, which may differ from each other . But the basic principle of aesthetic concept and basic inclination of human mind is same for all and that is - equilibrium.

The aesthetic concept of a designer always been highly influenced by the culture, values of the society / group . The concept / work reflects designer's beliefs, his view to the society and his feelings and affection for the people .

Hence, a well built and aesthetic architecture or interior not only reflects designers overview and concept as well as culture of the society .

A DAMAGED STRUCTURE MAY CAUSE HARM TO PEOPLE !

Dangerous condition of Nager bazar Bus terminus :


Situation :- One of the column of Nagerbazar ( Dum Dum ) bus terminus has become dangerous and may collapse any day ! Anybody can imagine , what could happen if a mishap occurs in such a crowded place like Nager bazar bus terminus !




Action Reqd :- Immidiate repairing should be done to save lives of innocent people .



How to :- I considered the damage very dangerous as I found there are many deep cracks in it caused by impact of the Buses .
Non-shrink granular concrete jacket-ing will be an effective solution ( in one line ) .



Surprised :- I have really surprised that nobody didn't informed nearby Municipal office about this in spite of seeing this danger everyday !

FIVE FORECAST IN REAL ESTATE INDUSTRY !

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IN REAL ESTATE MARKET AT KOLKATA

*MC Donald will open 15 more outlet in Kolkata .

*2.7 million sq ft. of mall space will be ready for use .

*Residential building industry should continue to lead all development sector .

*Demand from NRI's will hike on premium flats.

*IT sector will face a shortage of land .

MAINTAIN YOUR HOME !

HERE ARE SOME TIPS AND TRICKS TO MAINTAIN YOUR HOME FOR A GREAT AND HAPPY LIVING .


* Always clean floor with soft floor cleaner as acids quickly reacts with marble and dissolve it . Never splash water on wooden floor .
* Clean tiles in floor , wall , window grill with an equal mix of vinegar and warm water .
* Use power saver lamps to reduce the cost , remember, old electrical gadgets consumes more .
* Clean furniture with lemon , it remove strains .
* Use best quality materials for painting . A compromise could result in complete wastage .
* Don't leave any unpainted metal surface .
* Always appoint an engineer to consult about any cracks developed into wall or on any concrete section.

REPAIR TECHNOLOGY FOR THE COMMON CRACKS IN CONCRETE :LIMITED TO BUILDING CONSTRUCTION ONLY .

THE FOLLOWING ARE THE DEFECTS OCCURS DURING CONSTRUCTION :

1. Cracks in horizontal surface , such as roof - Seal by brushing in cement or low viscosity polymer.
2.Blowholes in form surfaces - Fill with polymer modified fine mortar .
3. Voids in concrete - Cut loose things out and recast .
4. Cracks in thick sections occurring as concrete cools - Seal cracks.
5.Erosion of vertical surface , streaky pattern - Rub with polymer modified fine mortar.
6.Lack of cover to reinforcement - Apply protective coating with polymer modified cement sand mortar .

CRACKS IN CONCRETE !

Concrete is though a relatively durable material , it suffer from damage and/or distress throughout it's life . Distress in structure caused by external and environmental loads exceeding the design stipulations, accidents etc. Poor construction practices error in design, error in detailing, and additional imposed load on structure . All of these results into development of cracks .Most generalised causes are drying shrinkage, thermal stress, weathering,chemical reaction,and corrosion in reinforcement due to penetration of water , cracks due to settlement .

In addition to these blow holes and honeycombing occurs during concreting mainly due to improper formwork and inadequate compaction or loss of grout(cement slurry) through gaps in formwork.

Next post will contain general methods of common cracks in building .

A FAST GROWING MARKET IN REAL ESTATE !

The real estate industry has undergone radical changes . At Kolkata, a few years ago , the market was dull . Now the scenario started changing with the increasing demand for residential apartments which has created a tremendous growth in the industry . There is a comparison of the latest apartment price ( Rs. per sq ft. ) with the price of the year 2000 , is furnished below . This is the change that shows the industry is growing very very fast !

Locality**********Yr 2000************Yr 2007
Park Street**********3000***************5000
New alipore*********1800****************2500
Golf Green**********1500***************2000
Jadavpur***********1100****************1400
CliveHouse/Nagerbazar*900***************1500
Behala**************1000***************1300
Birati****************750****************900
Dum Dum Metro*******800***************1500

BE CAREFUL !

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THIS IS A SHORTLIST TO BE CONSIDERED WHILE BUYING A FLAT FROM PROMOTER OR DEVELOPER .

• Check that the builder or the promoter has legally correct development agreements.
• Make sure that the promoter has the right authority to sell the flat.
• Check land owner's allocations if this is a joint venture agreement , to ensure that you are buying a flat which is allotted to land owners .
• Verify the sanction plan , appoint an engineer/architect to suggest.
• The title deed .
• Check violation of plan during construction , get help from engineer/architect .
• Search for any legal dispute with the land .

A legal property gives you peace for life . Usually you have to pay more to get everything perfect .

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THE REAL ESTATE BOOM IN KOLKATA - THE CITY OF JOY !

Kolkata , The city of joy is the essence of India !

...Kolkata's real estate
market has become
trulycompetitive

Innovativeideas are accepeted bybuilders'...

Here I am discussing about what we have achieved today in Kolkat's real estate field.

What seems very impossible few years ago , has been achieved . More and great
improvements are on their go . Not only in the construction but also in the mindset of builders and developers.
They are now a days accepting innovative ideas
for their profit making highrises.
They are now constructing buildings without ignoring
the aesthetic values . This reflecting the taste . These well built and nicely
planned buildings are the furnishings of the great city Kolkata .

Ownership flats are today's craze.

I have found lots of good , well built
building projects in and around Kolkata.
Big companies are creating great buildings
in association with higly qualified engineers.