Information on Architecture, Interiors and House Construction In India
The designing of Staircases is important as they are very visible and can be a central design feature of a home. Curved, cantilevered, spiral or suspended, in steel, glass, wood, copper or aluminium – infinite possibilities have been opened up by clever design and engineering. As an Architect, I see the potential to add that ‘wow factor’ to a house using Staircases. So here are some tips on planning a Staircase …..
A circular staircase resembles a circle in plan. The steps wind similar to a spiral staircase, but there is no
When choosing the type of staircase for a space, the following aspects should be taken into account: space available, intensity of usage, form (shape) preferred, convenience and safety. Here is a brief description of the different types of Staircases based on the number of stringers and shapes. An Architect explains each type of staircase with it’s advantages and disadvantages…..
Today, with the easy availability of housing loans, with better and competitive professional services, and with innumerable building materials and products in the market, people can dream of building a unique and attractive building that reflects their aspirations. But often times, people are overwhelmed by the construction due to unforeseen delays, bad work, mistakes and unprofessional behaviour by the building team. To make the whole construction easier, an Architect in India explains how you can steel yourself by being well prepared……
Only a ‘registered Architect’ or a ‘registered firm of Architects’ can use the title and style of “Architect”. Every time an Architect signs an agreement with the client, he is supposed to quote his ‘Registration Number’. If any person misuses the title and style of Architect, such acts tantamount to committing a criminal offence. It is very important that every qualified Architect, desirous of carrying on the profession of ‘Architect’, be registered with the Council of Architecture…….
Like an arched staircase, a Spiral stair is a curved stair. The treads of a spiral stair wind around a
Arched Stairs are stairs with a flight resembling an arch in its plan. Arched stairs require skill to manufacture and
Curved Stairs are stairs which curve in plan. The treads in such stairs are wedge-shaped, tapering at one end. Curved
While straight stairs have some advantages, they are not ideal. It is always preferable to have a ‘Split staircase’ also
A straight staircase can be defined as one having a single, straight flight of stairs like a ladder that connects
There are broadly, six types of staircases based on the shape. When choosing the shape of the staircase, the following
Centre stringer stairs also called mono-stringer stairs utilize a central stringer (structural element) to support the treads. The stringer is
A cantilever is a beam anchored at only one end. Cantilevered Stairs have independent steps which are anchored to a
For those who want to use real wood for flooring, there are two types: hardwood flooring and engineered wood flooring.
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Laminate flooring was created in the ’70s as an affordable alternative to solid hardwood or engineered wood flooring. It is