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 DIFFERENT STAGES OF HOUSE CONSTRUCTION IN INDIA If you want to make sure you are in sync with the construction process, it is important to understand the various stages of home construction from excavation to completion. Here we look at 12 stages of home construction in India - from the beginning of home construction to the time you receive the keys for your new home. 1) Site Preparation: Construction of the house begins with site preparation and clearing. You may also need to do some levelling during this time if necessary. Once the site is clear, level and ready, you and the builder will lay out the floor plan for the site. This is the first time you've actually experienced a floor plan in reality rather than on paper - it's a really wonderful moment! 2) Floor Slab : The next step in the construction of the house is to install the main concrete floor slab. The foundation will be excavated, sealed and plumbing laid on any "slab" according to the specifications of ...

Planning in Construction Management Planning in different aspects are clearly identified with the aim of achieving goals. In terms of construction, planning plays an important role before starting the project in order to complete it on time successfully. The term ‘Construction’ does not only denote physical activities involving men, materials and machinery but also covers the entire game of activities from conception to realization of a construction project. Planning and management of different aspects according to the plans are two important things in the construction sector.  Planning helps to minimize the cost by optimum utilization of available resources.  Planning reduces irrational approaches, duplication of works and inter departmental conflicts.  Planning encourages innovation and creativity among the construction managers.  Planning imparts competitive strength to the enterprise. It is the process of selecting a particular method and the order of work to be adopted for a ...

Challenges In Construction Sector The construction industry is the second largest industry of the country after agriculture. It makes a significant contribution to the national economy and provides employment to large number of people. The use of various new technologies and deployment of project management strategies has made it possible to undertake projects of mega scale. In its path of advancement, the industry has to overcome a number of challenges. However, the industry is still faced with some major challenges, including housing, disaster resistant construction, water management and mass transportation. 1) Lack of Transparency:  Construction sector is known for its lack of transparency. Anyone who wish to construct a house-fears for felling in trap of being cheated. Construction sector being mostly unorganized, there exists no proper system for pricing with builders charging customers with unfair prices without any rationale. Also, there exists huge price gap between initial...

8 Major Differences between Modern Homes and Ancient. The terms "traditional" and "modern" are often misused as synonyms for old and new. In fact, modern and traditional architecture is timeless. In fact, some modern homes are almost 100 years old, and many newly built homes continue their traditional style. What is a Traditional Home?  Traditional home designs are inspired by 18th- and 19th-century European ornaments. It is a timeless style that reflects beauty and luxury. A traditional home is ideal for those who love antiques, antique pieces, symmetry and other design elements that are rich in history. The word 'traditional' is vague. It does not speak of any period or period. If something is ‘cultural’, then it comes from ‘culture’ which is the transfer of traditions or beliefs over time. Similarly, Traditional Interior Design is a timeless interior design style that draws inspiration from 18th and 19th century design elements. What is a Modern Home?  Th...