The success of a construction project can be attributed to the quality of building materials used. The high or low quality of the construction materials will define the overall durability, character & endurance of the building.  Therefore, Architects, Contractors & Creative Professionals should be cautious while shortlisting the necessary building materials for their project. One of the best ways to decide the construction materials for your project is to analyze the maintenance, stability & costs of each material. To save you the hassle, we have curated 5 important factors that you need to consider while choosing building materials for your...

Most Contractors & Creatives look out for Building Material Suppliers that offer top-quality products at affordable prices.  However, your search criteria should not end just there. There are other important aspects that can make or break your all-important venture. So, if you need a top-notch building material supplier, you need to know about some key elements that will help you narrow down your search for that ideal supplier. Keep in mind that the final decision of choosing a building material supplier rests in your hand. However, these tips will help you to get a supplier that ideally matches your business...

Every small & big construction project requires a certain amount of investment in materials & labor. While labor costs mostly remain standard, one place where contractors can gain higher profits is by lowering the costs of building materials. This doesn’t mean that you acquire low-quality materials.  Instead, you try to get high-quality materials from suppliers at discounted rates or use other strategies to lower the cost of your building materials. So, it all boils down to the kind of tactics you use while getting building materials from your suppliers.  Here are some practical strategies that will help you to reduce...

The construction sector is increasingly becoming competitive due to a rise in the influx of new building material supplier companies & robust services from existing ones. While this gives you a wide range of suppliers to choose from, not everyone can meet your business standards & needs. Why?  There is a thin line between the success & failure of your construction projects & it primarily depends on the kind of materials you use.  Therefore, you need to put in a lot of time & efforts while selecting the right building material supplier for your venture. It isn’t an easy task,...

The answer is most certainly no. You do not have to be a good sketcher to be a great architect. In fact, many of the greatest architects were the most horrible sketchers. The above sketches have been made by one of the most influential architects of all time – Zaha Hadid The root cause of this stereotype which deters many an aspirant from becoming an architect is that sometimes architects have to represent their ideas on paper. A common practice in the process of designing is that one kicks it off by sketching their ideas on a piece of paper....

A number of you will be thinking that what is the difference between interior designing and Architecture. The answer is quite simple. As the name suggests interior designing is the design of the interior of any built form. Whereas, architecture is more concerned with the overall built form than the interiors of it. While Interior Designing is more on a micro level, architecture in general is more on a macro level. This is the basic difference between the two fields. Many of you will be thinking in regards to which career to follow. Whether to be an interior designer or...

A question that many of us think about is that what software’s do architects use? Many a time we are intrigued and are curious about which software’s architects are using whether it is when we pass them by at a coffee shop or when we see detailed plans being printed at a printer’s shop. So which software’s do they actually use? The software’s that architects use can be broken down into three categories depending upon their use. The first category is drafting, followed by three dimensional modelling and the last one being rendering. Let us understand them one by one....

Many of you will be thinking about how will you make money once you are an architect? On one side there is no concept of placements and on the other side the prospects of doing one’s own business seems better in the long run. So a question which pops up is which way to go and what to do? Be it business or doing a job at an architectural firm, the question that lingers on most people’s brain is that how will I make it big. This post aims to answer this exact question in relation to this industry. After graduating as an...

A lot of minds  flicker to answer  this  and similar  questions like “What is the need of a concept ?” or “How to relate a concept to a building form “ Concept is basically an abstract  idea of a thought process which leads you  to the final outcome. It can be an inspiration like waves of a sea or flower petals. Concept  is the starting point of the design process through which one makes a connection  with the people and surroundings. It makes a building more relatable to the masses. Concept can be a form or its functionality. One can...

A number of people have discussed why architecture is a great profession, but what is the other side to the story. Is architecture as a profession as rosy as it seams? Or is there a dark side to architecture that only architects can experience? The aim of this post will be to answer this basic question. Sleepless Nights- The first thing which comes to mind when you ask an architect the cons of the profession he/she will tell you that it is the sleepless nights that one has to spend. The reason behind this is that architecture is a creative...

Modern day life is full hustle and buzz but do you sometimes pause and  looked around. Gazing at  those marvelous structures  make you think ” What is that something that makes it so Marvelous?” Very few understand that each  building has its own characteristics and elements which are backed by the  thought process behind it. So what exactly is the thought process behind it ? If you are not an architect, hopefully you will briefly see behind the curtain and gain a larger appreciation of the time and skill it takes to design. To build something that magnificent one should think differently....

Materials shape the conceptual ideas of  buildings into reality. With edvancemet in technology the number of building materails have increased. So while preparing for the enterance exam  one needs to study about the basics of different building materials and substances. Given that it is an enterance exam for a graduation course the level of study will be basic. So the different types of materails are as follows :- BRICK  Brick is a small rectangular block typically made of fired or sun-dried clay, used in building. A brick can be composed of clay-bearing soil, sand, and lime, or concrete materials. Bricks are...

Materials shape the conceptual ideas of  buildings into reality. With edvancemet in technology the number of building materails have increased. So while preparing for the enterance exam  one needs to study about the basics of different building materials and substances. Given that it is an enterance exam for a graduation course the level of study will be basic. So the different types of materails are as follows :- BRICK  Brick is a small rectangular block typically made of fired or sun-dried clay, used in building. A brick can be composed of clay-bearing soil, sand, and lime, or concrete materials. Bricks are...

In the second part of the material study we will look towards some more materials with their properties.These materials are general though their comparison or question on their characterstics in regards to counstruction process can be asked.For Example – JEEMAIN 2014 Paper JEEMAIN 2014 Paper Find the answers in the end. In case you have missed the first part click here –  https://itorganization.in/talk/material-study-part-1/ So starting on with the material study the topics to be discussed are as follows – Glass Glass is a non-crystalline amorphous solid material produced by cooling of viscous molten material.It comprises of Sodium carbonate,silica, manganese dioxide,lime, boron oxide. It...

A common problem rather an excuse that most people give is that there is no work in the market, or the market is in a slump and if it continue the same way that they might go under. To successful people these are just excuses and the lack of adequate marketing. Read on as we cover in this post 10 effective tips to market your firm and to get to the next level as fast as possible. Social Media- Social media is something which is underutilized by most companies small and big.  In the digital world that we live in...

Once you have set up your architectural firm, it is imperative to manage it efficiently and effectively. There is a huge difference between being a good designer and an architect and in the management of a successful architectural firm. Architects usually are design oriented and genuinely lack in management related skills. The following is a list of all the various things that architects can keep in mind to enhance themselves as entrepreneurs- The Right Team Hiring the right people is absolutely the most important thing to achieve success in the long run. No matter how good or experienced you are...

A building is a living space: a life accommodated in it like a bird in a nest, a bee in a hive, a spider in a web. For making a human shelter into a comfortable home, an architect comes to play. An architect is the one who can understand the human behavior, requirements and other minute details, thus making a space livable. The subject of architecture is a blend of art, logic & reasoning, science, and math. A living space can’t be just constructed only in the perspective of aesthetics but also should be practically possible to construct and above...

Parametric is certainly the next big thing in architecture. But how many of us understand it and can design parametric buildings? Our guess is that not too many of us. The biggest architects and architectural firms have already taken a lead on this and have started designing the world’s first parametric buildings. These projects are having a trickle-down effect. Many clients are starting to demand that their dream projects are built with this new technology and the new way to design. So if you want be riding this curve of growth that parametric design is bringing into the world of...

Introduction to Architecture in India The profession of Architecture in India is growing at a fast pace. However, there is a lot of confusion about the profession in general. Is there scope for architecture in India? How do I become an architect? Which architecture is college best for me? What after I become an architect? What are the placements a student gets after doing architecture? How to establish and successfully manage an architectural firm? These are all questions which wander about in the minds of aspiring architects as well as architects/architectural students who have already made a foray into the world of...

The construction industry in India is booming with over 60 per cent of the building stock still to be constructed. There is no question that India should build green. For those who think otherwise, let’s look at some environmental impacts of the sector. In India, buildings are responsible for  40 per cent of the energy use, 30 per cent of raw material use, 20 per-cent of land use. They also contribute to  40 per cent of carbon emissions, 30 per cent of solid waste generation and 20 per cent of water effluents. An enormous demand of natural resources is generated...

The construction industry in India is booming with over 60 per cent of the building stock still to be constructed. There is no question that India should build green. For those who think otherwise, let’s look at some environmental impacts of the sector. In India, buildings are responsible for  40 per cent of the energy use, 30 per cent of raw material use, 20 per-cent of land use. They also contribute to  40 per cent of carbon emissions, 30 per cent of solid waste generation and 20 per cent of water effluents. An enormous demand of natural resources is generated...

The soil is one of the oldest building material used by man. Many buildings that were constructed with soil more than 3000 years are still in existence. The use of earth for building construction was learnt and mastered by doing, and knowledge has passed down to generations. Compressed stabilised earth blocks (CSEB) is the most recent of more than ten construction methods that have documented for soil based construction. Initially, the Europes in the 19th century made first attempts for compressed earth blocks. They used small precast blocks of rammed earth and utilized hand rammers to compress the wet soil...

The growth of Indian economy has brought with it a significant increase in construction activities. These increased construction activities have further highlighted the problem of waste generation on construction sites. Over 90% of construction waste is used as land-fills which include debris, rubble, earth, and concrete which is suitable for land reclamation and site formation. Construction activity leads to the generation of solid wastes, which include sand, gravel, concrete, stone, bricks, wood, metal, glass, plastic, paper, etc. When adequately sorted, materials such as concrete and asphalt can be recycled for use in construction. The remaining waste includes bamboo, timber, and...

There has been a conspicuous revolution in hospitality industry in the past decade. Luxury has constantly been a prime aspect for F&B projects. Even though exclusivity serves as a crucial criterion, the concept of luxury, globalisation and digitalisation have also placed their stalwarts in the idea. With growing number of consumers, the demand for luxury options has increased over the years. As travel these days has become more accessible, present-day personage is well-travelled and appreciates the finer things in life. Travelers today want substance over style and it becomes a designer’s responsibility to create a clear distinction in the luxury...