When it comes to buying a house, there are several factors to take into consideration that help you make the right choice. From location and accessibility to infrastructure and social amenities, the aspects that describe a quintessential abode are en...

Simple design concepts in buildings save water without compromising lifestyle. An alarming report tabled in parliament a few years back by the ministry of water resources, indicated that groundwater water levels has declined across the nation[1]. Glo...

A few plumbing skills can come in handy if you ever find yourself staring at a clogged kitchen sink or a leaking faucet, especially when a plumber is unavailable. You certainly do not require special training or tools to sort out small issues –...

As India espouses the cause of Renewable Energy (RE), the contribution of residential premises in slashing electricity consumption, and reducing carbon emissions during construction is under greater focus. TERI, the energy think tank has stressed the...

Have you ever wondered and felt guilty about the huge amount of garbage that you throw out every single day? Plastic bottles, food wrappers, bubble wrap, used baby diapers, disposable cutlery—the list goes on. Most of it ends up in landfills, pollu...

With 60% of the world’s population set to live in cities by 2030,[1] and with 50% of Indian population estimated to live in urban areas by 2031[2], there is a growing need for sustainable community infrastructure to support a balanced working, livi...