27 August 2019

Difference Between Duplex Homes and Villaments

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The decision to buy your own home is a big one but it does come with its share of dilemmas. To make the right choice, you need to get your homework done first. Modern homes come in various shapes...

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20 August 2019

Main Gate Vastu Ideas

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Vastu Shastra is an ancient Indian science of architecture that helps in making a building auspicious for its inhabitants. If applied properly, it enhances the health, wealth and prosperity of the inhabitants of that building, be it an office...

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13 August 2019

Upcoming Real Estate Trends

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The Indian real estate sector has been evolving over the past few years, having witnessed both fluxes as well as growth. The introduction of new rules including taxes, reforms as well as regulations is improving the business environment.

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6 August 2019

The Traditional “Nadumuttam” House Designs

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The ‘nadumattam is a throwback to the old Kerala style of housing where more than one family lived in a home. The Kerala ‘nalukettu’ homes typically had four blocks built in all the four directions around a nadumattam.

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23 July 2019

Tips to Buy a Pre-owned Home

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There are many advantages to buying a pre-owned home since there is no waiting period for construction to be over. You get a ready-to-move-in home in a neighborhood of your choice and already has all the necessary fittings to...

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16 July 2019

Rental Property Checklist

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Some people buy properties for investment purposes and give them out to renters. This makes a nice secondary income aside from having the security of owning immovable property. But when you are planning on giving out your property for...

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9 July 2019

Recreate your Home – DIY Home Decor

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Beauty is inspiring and everyone one wants some of it in their own homes, their personal space where they relax, recreate and rejuvenate after a long day away. Decorating your home with the right kind of accessories can be...

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3 July 2019

Indoor Garden Ideas

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Don’t have access to an outdoor space or backyard to indulge your green fingers? Not to worry; you can always fulfill your creative urges by growing an indoor garden instead! And the best part of indoor gardens is that...

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25 June 2019

Vastu for Staircases

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Vastu Shastra is an ancient Indian science that unifies the tenets of architecture, art, astronomy, directions and the five elements of nature. It balances them with man and materials to create a congenial living or workspaces that enhance health,...

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18 June 2019

Make your Home an Elderly-Friendly Home

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Old age dawns on everyone eventually – it’s a part of the circle of life. The day-to-day tasks that were once so easy, slowly take on the guise of a cumbersome chore. This is the time to re-think about...

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11 June 2019

Feng Shui for Main Entrance Door

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There is a lot that goes into the making of your home, whether it’s an apartment or a villa. According to the ancient Chinese science of Feng Shui, the placement of various features in your home affects its ‘Chi’,...

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7 June 2019

Creative Tile Ideas

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One of the best ways to get creative in a home is with the tiles. Tiles are required in every part of the home, whether for the floor, the bathrooms, the kitchen backsplash and in some cases, even the...

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28 May 2019

CSI Church Trivandrum

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Christianity is believed to have come to India as early as 52 AD through St. Thomas, one of the 12 apostles of Jesus who supposedly landed in Muziris, Kerala. And the first church is believed to be the St....

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21 May 2019

What’s the Best way to Clean Wood Furniture?

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Wooden furniture and embellishments have been symbols of classy elegance and posh living for many generations past. Kerala, with its rich resource of different types of wood from the Western Ghats, is well known for its lavish use in...

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14 May 2019

Leading Builders in Trivandrum

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Trivandrum is the coastal capital city of Kerala and resplendent with verdant greenery, culture, history and a booming IT industry that is expanding at a rapid rate. This has also resulted in an increasing need for new homes to...

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10 May 2019

Interesting Sightseeing Places in Trivandrum

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Also known as Thiruvananthapuram, Trivandrum is the capital of Kerala. The city’s history goes back many centuries and was once the capital of the princely state of Travancore too. Backed by its rulers, Trivandrum emerged as a center for...

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24 April 2019

Tips to Reduce Wastage of Water at Home

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With global changes in climate and extreme weather conditions hitting most parts of the world, drought is an increasing threat looming over the horizon. Natural water resources are also becoming increasingly polluted, thereby restricting potable water fit for human...

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21 April 2019

Tips to Reduce Plastic Waste at Home

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It was in 1907 that the first entirely man-made plastic material was created and soon became the rage. As this material was lightweight and strong, it was used for making almost anything ranging from telephones to kitchenware to toys,...

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11 April 2019

Plants Suitable for Growing inside the Apartment

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With the population increasingly preferring to settle down in big cities, where land is scarce and access to parks and greenery even rarer, people are moving further and further away from nature. Living a life removed from close contact...

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2 April 2019

Latest Flooring Trends

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The hardest working part of the home is the flooring, which is why you should choose your floor carefully. Another reason is its compatibility in style with the rest of the home. This because the floor serves as the...

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26 March 2019

Latest Trends in False Ceilings

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False ceilings are also known as dropped ceilings. They have basically suspended ceilings below the main ceiling and are being increasingly touted as a symbol of sophistication. The new-age homes are increasingly being adorned with this glamorous feature which...

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19 March 2019

Real Estate Industry Trends

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In India, the real estate industry holds a lot of significance as it’s the second-largest employer of manpower – with the agriculture sector being the first. This sector comprises of four divisions – residential, commercial, hospitality and retail. It...

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12 March 2019

Eco-friendly Building Materials

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With advancements and improvements in building materials, the construction industry has been forging ahead at rapid speeds. However, it is time to pause and think about the effect of this construction boom on the environment. This is due to...

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5 March 2019

Energy Saving Bulbs

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The era of the traditional incandescent bulbs is drawing to a close thankfully. With emerging technology, we now have energy saving bulbs like the CFL (compact fluorescent lights) and LED (light emitting diode) to replace them. The traditional filament-burning...

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25 February 2019

What are Home Security Systems?

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Wanting the best security for the home and family is a given with most people. And with the adults spending increasingly longer periods of time away at work, the safety of their homes and family members becomes a crucial...

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18 February 2019

What is Green Building Concepts?

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Growth and development have made a large negative impact on our natural environment. The buildings we create use up a lot of these natural resources in their construction and operation. And this is why the concept of green buildings...

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11 February 2019

How to Baby-Proof Your House

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The birth of a baby into the family is a major event, a complete game-changer. The entire household shifts gears and starts to revolve around the newest entrant in their lives. However, baby’s aren’t just the cutest things alive,...

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4 February 2019

Best Indoor Plants for Air Purification

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You maintain hygiene, cleanliness and neatness in your home, yet there is this oppressive feeling of stagnation that could result in headaches, nausea, and ear, eye or nose irritation. Commonly referred to as ‘sick building syndrome’, it is due...

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28 January 2019

What is RERA?

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The Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act of 2016 was passed by the Indian parliament to protect the interests of homebuyers as well as boost investment into the realty sector. It is expected to bring clarity, transparency, accountability and...

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21 January 2019

What are Traditional House Designs?

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Traditional home designs don’t fit into any specific style or era. They come with quaint and charming features that are eternal in their outlook. But modern-day home designers are clever including contemporary amenities and conveniences of the future into...

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14 January 2019

Investing in Property vs Jewellery or Stock

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When your bank balance piles up and you have a neat little nest egg looking you in the face, you wonder whether keeping it in the bank is really worth it or if you should invest it somewhere more...

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7 January 2019

Colours to be used in Different Rooms

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The first thing to impact a person’s mind when entering a home is the colour; the décor, furnishings and finishing get noticed after a while only. The colours we choose to surround ourselves with are an extension of our...

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26 December 2018

Ways to Introduce Positive Energy into Your Home

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The home is your comfort zone, the place where you feel safe and secure, the place where you can let yourself go and be who you are. It’s also the place where you nourish relationships and build memories, where...

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17 December 2018

Increasing demand for Luxury Apartments in Kerala

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With increasing globalization and the world becoming a village where everyone has knowledge of other cultures, luxury is fast becoming something on the common side. More and more people are getting attracted to luxurious lifestyles, with the housing sector...

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10 December 2018

Best Prayer Room Ideas for Home

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Everyone derives peace and tranquillity from their spiritual closeness to their god, whatever their religion is. And when it comes time to set up your own home, most people prefer including a small area meant exclusively for praying and...

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