ARCHED STAIRCASE | An Architect Explains
Arched Stairs are stairs with a flight resembling an arch in its plan. Arched stairs require skill to manufacture and
Read moreArched Stairs are stairs with a flight resembling an arch in its plan. Arched stairs require skill to manufacture and
Read moreCurved Stairs are stairs which curve in plan. The treads in such stairs are wedge-shaped, tapering at one end. Curved
Read moreWhile straight stairs have some advantages, they are not ideal. It is always preferable to have a ‘Split staircase’ also
Read moreA straight staircase can be defined as one having a single, straight flight of stairs like a ladder that connects
Read moreThere are broadly, six types of staircases based on the shape. When choosing the shape of the staircase, the following
Read moreCentre stringer stairs also called mono-stringer stairs utilize a central stringer (structural element) to support the treads. The stringer is
Read moreA cantilever is a beam anchored at only one end. Cantilevered Stairs have independent steps which are anchored to a
Read moreFor those who want to use real wood for flooring, there are two types: hardwood flooring and engineered wood flooring.
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Read moreLaminate flooring was created in the ’70s as an affordable alternative to solid hardwood or engineered wood flooring. It is
Read moreHouse construction is the process of constructing a house and involves several actions- from the initial clearing of the site to the final house warming ceremony. The process of house construction can become one of the most trying periods in your life if there is no proper guidance, planning and co-ordination. For hassle-free house construction, Vastu Shastra has formulated some guidelines which can be useful for you. An Architect has explained these Vastu guidelines logically so that you can refer to them during your house construction……
Read moreWooden flooring has been and still is, a popular choice for homeowners, because of its warm and natural appearance, ease
Read moreThe Council of Architecture (CoA) states that, “Any person desirous of practising as an ‘Architect’ in India is required to be registered in the Register, with the Council of Architecture (CoA). He shall be entitled on payment of the prescribed fees to have his name entered in the register, if he resides or carries on the profession of Architect in India and holds a recognised qualification. An Architect has addressed the queries and doubts regarding the procedure of registration with the Council of Architecture here…….
Read moreFor centuries, natural materials like Marble, Granite, Slate, Limestone, Kota, Hardwood, Cork have been used in flooring. Each material has it’s own pros and cons. Some of the materials like Marble and Granite or Limestone and Slate have very similar properties that it becomes difficult to choose between them. To make it easier for you, an Architect has reviewed the pros and cons of natural flooring materials and suggested where they are most suited…….
Read moreCrazy Marble floor is a little different from mosaic/terrazzo flooring in its casting. In this type of flooring, waste and
Read moreVitrified Tiles are similar to, but better than Ceramic tiles. Vitrified tile is a tile which has undergone a process called
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