Vastu is considered the interplay of various forces of nature involving the five elements of earth, water, wind, fire, and ether and strives to maintain equilibrium as these elements influence, guide, and change the living styles of not only human beings but every living being on earth. Thus they influence our deeds, luck, behavior and…
Vastu Shastra is a science of direction that combines the five elements of nature and the cosmos, ultimately balancing with man and the material. This mysterious science unifying the five elements called ‘Panchbhootas’- earth, fire, water, sky, and space and paving a way for enlightenment, happiness, and prosperity. Five Elements of Vastu According to Vastu,…
Gray Cement In general ‘Cement’ means Gray Ordinary Portland Cement which is used for general purposes in construction. Cement is one of the most important raw materials used in buildings as the strength of any construction work depends on the quality of cement. The gray cement should be factory-manufactured by a reputed manufacturer. It must not be from a…
In today’s era where our lives are full of chaos, we barely get time to unwind amidst greenery and blooming flowers. Due to the trending skyscrapers in metropolitan and developing cities, it may seem impossible to have a garden in our apartments or flats. The good news is we have a few quick tips to help you create that space where you can plant your favorite flowers, herbs, and greens. So it’s time to liven up your balcony space with those beautiful multi-colored blossoms, shades of greens, and dimly lit hanging lamps. Here are some tips : Redo your Floors : Redoing your floor will save you a lot of work and cost, as it will drastically change the look and feel of your balcony space. You can use wooden works, or laminates that look like flooring, for a small budget you can use colored tiles, oil paints, or anything that hides your concrete or dull flooring. Seating Arrangements : What is a space without some comfortable seating arrangements? Just pull out a wooden bench or simply put up chairs, and stools made out of junk materials like tyres, ropes, drums, etc. Make it Cozy : A cozy environment is most comfortable as it feels homely. Add some colorful cushions, rugs, or quirky curtains to add comfort and essence to the whole space. Add Greens to your balcony : Plant a lot of green plants with various shades of green. You could add hanging pots to manage a small floor space. This could also have seasonal colorful flower pots. Add Beautiful Lights: Proper lights are what give an ambiance a natural touch of beauty. Add beautiful small lamps or light chandeliers. Make sure they’re dim yet pretty. Make Citronella Lamps to keep bugs away : Since the balcony is an open space and we suggest adding green plants, it’s necessary to make a provision that will keep the bugs away and make it an apt place to relax at the end of the day. So keeping a citronella lamp will do the needful of keeping the bugs away. So adding these few things to your balcony would definitely make it cozy, beautiful, refreshing, and relaxing for you.
‘’Water is life’’ – we all have been taught the importance of water since our childhood. Not only in schools, people from around the globe have taken the initiative to educate and spread the word to save water. Rain Water Harvesting is one of those methods that would not only save water but act as…
Architecture as a profession is one of the most challenging jobs one can pursue. As a student of architecture, you don’t face the real challenges that lie within this career. It is when you complete your degrees and step out in the real world of architecture that you realise it’s way more than just scaling diagrams, beams and columns. That the designing difficulties that make you doubt your career and insecurities that surround your outputs. It is in these moments of doubts that some insights from the most established architects from across the globe, can provoke the positivity and help us see through the hurdles. Some of such sayings and suggestions can be found below : “Find something you believe in.” – Norman Foster “Beauty is the peak of functionality! If something is beautiful, it is functional. I don’t separate beauty and functionality. Beauty is the key functionality for architects… I wonder how I could say that beauty was not of interest to me… Perhaps someone provoked me by saying that I am an aestheticist. I am not that. But a search for beauty should be the number one preoccupation of any architect.” – Álvaro Siza “The challenge with architecture is to move from the specificity of the problem to the ambiguity of the question.” – Alejandro Aravena “For me, architecture is about changing the way people are interconnected. That’s the most exciting part of architecture. I think of architecture as a system; how you set up various opportunities for people to relate to one another, and to be empowered. What are the opportunities for people to interact? How can buildings spark new relationships? This could be through spaces or materials, both old and new, low or high technologies, I pull from everything to find what works best.” Jeanne Gang “We must build spaces that do not create barriers.” Francis Kéré “Architects have to be part of society, but we are outsiders.” César Pelli “I used to teach the final year of the design studio. I would not try to influence the students too much because they were almost professional architects themselves. Of course, they think they know everything, but the reality is that no one knows anything. But a good teacher has to act like he knows. Confidence is very important, not only knowledge. Every problem requires thinking, not readymade solutions. You know that you don’t know, but there is an urgency to do something. You have to discover the knowledge – that’s the whole point.” – Paulo Mendes da Rocha
Building our own home is once in a lifetime event, hence one must really be careful of every detail and elements starting from the most basic need of a site. A site is the foundation of a house which should be selected vigilantly. You should bear the following points in mind while buying a land….
Building a house is a massive work followed by a gigantic responsibility. A construction project requires a lot of investment and time. If we fail to do proper research or do not invest enough time in finding out the best of professionals and the right kind of materials for the construction, then its certain that…
Monsoon, a season everyone loves. Why wouldn’t you like it? The cloudy breezy weather has something for everyone in store. Kids love to play in the muddy gardens, others like to lazy around,laying back in their bed, sipping on to some hot ginger tea, while some just enjoy the view by the window with their novels or music. Nevertheless there’s someone who wishes to enjoy the season but is bogged down with cleaning work. Yes, those are our moms, the home maker. With muddy footprints all over the house to clothes that don’t dry quickly. Dark interiors and low lights can totally add up to these problems and make her feel dull and boring. So for all the home makers and moms here are quick tips that can perk up your house as well as brighten up your mood this monsoon. Bed Linen Choose your bed linens, cushions and pillow covers wisely. As darker skies can cast dark shadows in your house, it’s important to choose light and vibrant colors. At the same time avoid using whites or beige as they are hard to clean. Candles & Fragrances Light some candles and fragrances to evade the moist smell out from your home. Green Home Indoor plants are the best to keep your house looking lively and serene. Keep some green plants in your house to feel fresh and revived always. Green plants are also believed to bring positive vibes around your house. Curtains & Drapes As bed linens are important, curtains and drapes play a vital role as well, as light and bright curtains can brighten up the house and will feel vibrant. Flowers Well we all love the fragrance of flowers and the beauty it brings along wherever they are put up. So just get a bunch of fresh flowers everyday and put them in a vase in any corner or center of your house. These will act like a stress buster & mood reliever while it will beautify your interiors. Doormats & Baskets Place doormats at your entrance to absorb the slush that guests or family members may bring in. Also putting up a basket on your porch or near entrance will act like a storage for your wet rain gears like umbrella and raincoats. These are just some easy to do things that will enliven and chirp up your house this monsoon. Formore of such updates, keep an eye on Make My House blogs. We’ll keep uploading more such interesting tips and news everyday.
When planning to build your dream home it may be difficult to hire a good contractor. A successful house construction depends on good contractor. Hire a best contractor otherwise, it may end up the contract before completion of work or may result a poor construction. Before hiring a contractor, do some research about the contractor; …
