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Sewerage and drainage network for Kozhikode
The geographical position of the city is such that it increases the risk of flooding. With the rise in population, a new sewerage and drainage network has become necessary, writes BIJU GOVIND.


Making concrete durable?
Durability in concrete is paramount to longevity of a building. Alternatives have emerged to ensuring this factor but how wide is its application?

A seminar organised on “Latest construction materials” recently by the Tamil ...


Now, decorative concrete
Decorative concrete has become the new material of choice for designers and homeowners. In stained, coloured, painted and personalised glory, it is popping up in retail stores, trendy restaurants, offices and homes.

The applications have ...


Frills and flounces for gardens
Secateurs are to plants what scissors are to the hair. Just like a haircut shapes and styles the hair, apart from clipping the overgrowth, pruning can be done not only for the healthy growth of the tree but also to chisel the foliage into desired ...
When the terrace takes on verdure
A lawn on one’s terrace can provide that much-needed green breathing space in a crowded city. But the roof has to be laid out properly.
Bringing in meaningful architecture
Now Architecture, based in Fitzroy-Victoria in Australia, is stepping into its silver jubilee year. It has green convictions and advocates sensible design. Ranjani Govind speaks to the director-couple of the firm , Judith North and ...
Final land fair value notification taking shape
The final notification of fair values of land in Kerala has been delayed. A look at what remains to be done before it is issued.
Converting a ‘dump’ into a cosy home
Smart planning and self-help deliver the goods.
A twist in the Bonsai tale
With age, one of the things that we let slip is informality. Perhaps, it will be nice to take a leaf out of this bonsai tree’s life and shrug away some of the rigid formalities we have got trapped in, over time. Life will be a lot more ...



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