Buildings across the globe are adopting sustainable operational and constructional strategies. The increase in the number of initiatives doesn’t just accrue from increased awareness about climate change but green buildings actually offer significant cost savings. It’s not just the new establishments are integrating it into their building design blueprints but even existing structures are being […]

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Sustainable or green building structures are designed, built, and operated in an ecological manner. They are created with a motive, to protect the health of the occupants, improve productivity, and make efficient use of energy, water, and natural resources. Among all these, efficient use of natural light is one of the most important components of […]

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Water is an essential component of all things in our lives. Sadly, today access to clean water is emerging out as a source of concern in many areas of our country and across the globe. Keeping in mind the current state, there is this inevitable need to employ water efficiency strategies in building construction. There […]

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Brick – a sustainable product Bricks are one of the oldest and most traditional construction materials that are trusted by most of the people. Bricks are made up clay that offers several benefits which no other kind of construction materials can offer. Since brick is made of natural materials, which from the viewpoint of ecology, […]

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What are pavements? Classically pavement in construction is outdoor flooring or a superficial surface covering. These are actual travel surfaces which are durable and serviceable to tolerate the traffic load shuttling over it. Pavements are part of the hardscape in landscape architecture; they are used on sidewalks, road surfaces, patios, courtyards, etc. The primary role […]

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The cladding of buildings without any doubt is the most expressive and complex feature in any building design. Façade definitely is an elegant component of the building, but the role it plays in reducing building’s energy consumption, improving natural lighting and offering better airflow within the building is also noteworthy. Several concrete jungles are cropping […]

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People are becoming increasingly aware of the facts and effects that conventional buildings are making on our environment. With the same, they are also heading more towards the idea of green architecture and sustainable construction. The concept of green architecture has gained a remarkable rise in the past few years. In fact, several individuals are […]

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For the past few years, green buildings have been one of the hottest trends in the field of real estate industry. Several residential and commercial real estate projects have been coming with the idea of going green. These properties get the recognition of certified green buildings after passing through several parameters conducted by different rating […]

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With the ever changing environmental conditions around us, the scenario of human activities has changed. With organizations being formed all around the world, people have grown aware and are taking environment in consideration. One such idea is Green House. Greenhouses have come a very long way in the last few decades. It becomes even more […]

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Roofs form a large proportion of the cost of an extension, particularly if it is a pitched roof, which is why a lot of people go for the cheaper option of a flat roof. But flat roofs don’t last as long and are prone to developing leaks that are hard to fix, as water ‘pools’ […]

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