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If rain water percolation and ground water recharge can be properly managed, parts of site can be left at natural levels and money saved.

Getting the most out of setbacks

Architect Sathya Prakash Varanashi says that by creative and careful manipulation, the mandatory setback around a house can be made to serve a wide range of functions »
A file photo of a sea view from the balcony of an apartment complex by in Kochi.

See your house before it is built

Buyers can take a virtual look at the detailing that they want and customise their plans with a new technology. »
A file photo of air-conditioners at a commercial complex on East Coast Road in Thiruvanmiyur to tackle the heat wave.

Home cool home

Here's a quick guide to how you can get the most from your AC shopping this summer. »      3 comments
Outer facade designed with pine and eucalyptus wood with a straw and grass roof
April 26, 2013

Spaces

It has been a dream of architect Praveen Rao's to have a home of his own on the East Coast Road (ECR). A number of years ago, he had to use the very same road every day, while studying at The Gover... »
Updating tech and appliances increases marketability
April 19, 2013

Home is where the smart is

Over four layers of security, Wi-Fi, piped music, smart phone and tablet controls for all your switches... Housing projects, particularly in the high-end luxury segment, have begun to increasingly... »      4 comments
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Tennis star Sania Mirza inaugurated The Hindu Habitat Living Spaces-2013 in Hyderabad on 13 April 2013. Photos: Mohammed Yousuf
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