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BEDROOM IDEAS | An Architect Suggests

A bedroom is a very private space that must have a cozy ambience to allow you to relax and sleep easily and comfortably. For this, the bedroom must not be cluttered, must have unobstructed space for movement so that even if you wake up sleepily to go to the bathroom, you will not bump into furniture. An Architect gives you ideas and tips for arranging the furniture efficiently so that you can have all the furniture that you want without cluttering the bedroom……

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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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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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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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