SASH WINDOWS | An Architect Explains
A window sash is the framed part of the window which holds the sheets of glass in place. Most commonly,
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WINDOWS | An Architect Explains
Windows allow natural light to flood your rooms during the day and let in air to keep it fresh and dry. Your windows also help define the style of your house whether it is traditional or modern. You can customize nearly any window to suit your changing tastes and needs. The many different types of windows that are commonly used in buildings are Casement, awning, Sliding, Sash, Bay, Picture, Transom, Skylight and special shaped windows. An Architect describes each of them with their advantages, disadvantages and suitability……
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STAIRCASES | An Architect Explains
A stairway, staircase, stairwell, flight of stairs, or simply stairs is a construction designed to bridge a large vertical distance by dividing it into smaller vertical distances, called steps. When you think of Stairs, there are hundreds of possibilities in terms of the shapes, the design, the location and the materials that can be used. To help you decide on the best Staircase, an Architect has explained Staircases …..
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TWO-STRINGER STAIRCASE | An Architect Explains
A Two-stringer staircase is one which has two stringers on both sides of the complete length of stairs and at
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STAIRCASE TERMINOLOGY | An Architect Explains
There are many technical terms used with Staircases and they can be quite confusing for the layman. As an Architect, there have been several instances where I have had to explain the technical terms to my clients. For example, what is the difference between Baluster, Banister and Balustrade? They are actually quite different. So the first thing you need to know are the terms associated with Stairs. Read on…..
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DESIGNING A STAIRCASE | An Architect Explains
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 …..
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CIRCULAR STAIRCASE | An Architect Explains
A circular staircase resembles a circle in plan. The steps wind similar to a spiral staircase, but there is no
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TYPES OF STAIRCASES | An Architect Explains
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…..
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CoA | REGISTRATION OF ARCHITECTS
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…….
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SPIRAL STAIRCASE | An Architect Explains
Like an arched staircase, a Spiral stair is a curved stair. The treads of a spiral stair wind around a
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ARCHED STAIRCASE | An Architect Explains
Arched Stairs are stairs with a flight resembling an arch in its plan. Arched stairs require skill to manufacture and
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CURVED STAIRCASE | An Architect Explains
Curved Stairs are stairs which curve in plan. The treads in such stairs are wedge-shaped, tapering at one end. Curved
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STAIRCASE WITH LANDING | An Architect Explains
While straight stairs have some advantages, they are not ideal. It is always preferable to have a ‘Split staircase’ also
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STRAIGHT STAIRCASE | An Architect Explains
A straight staircase can be defined as one having a single, straight flight of stairs like a ladder that connects
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STAIRCASE SHAPES | An Architect Explains
There are broadly, six types of staircases based on the shape. When choosing the shape of the staircase, the following
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CENTRE STRINGER STAIRCASE | An Architect Explains
Centre stringer stairs also called mono-stringer stairs utilize a central stringer (structural element) to support the treads. The stringer is
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