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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... »
Lacquered bamboo red stool
April 12, 2013
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Point and click

 Working in the demanding media industry, Sanvari Alagh Nair felt she wasn't able to give her home as much attention as she would have liked; especially when it came to the décor. “There was... »
Haute Decor products. Photo: Special Arrangement
April 3, 2013

A family affair

Within a few months of meeting each other, Vidya Arun and Puja Jayaram decided to work together to set up their own business: a company that could cater to the home needs of people. Haut... »
The trunk in its new avatar.
March 29, 2013

Travelling trunks

Remember those vintage metal trunks that could withstand the rigours of ship travel and Indian trains? You usually carried one to hostel with you. Now, the Trunks Company, headquartered in Jaipur,... »
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
From a range of furniture, lights, accessories, art and more
April 5, 2013

Move the furniture

You could looks at this place and say “Aha! I want that Ottoman for my bedroom, and that plush inviting sink-in-able L-shaped sofa for my TV lounge… or that dazzling mirror with the golden trim for... »
Reflect some light with suncatchers
March 29, 2013

Accessorise your garden

Gnomes aren’t the only creatures in your garden anymore. With many new stores offering quirky accessories like suncatchers, birdbaths, shoe planters, table fountains and more, you can make your ga... »
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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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