8 top questions to ask before starting building

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Building a house has never been an easy task. The size and intensity of this task has given goose bumps to many. It is for this reason, that people have started outsourcing this project to different contractors that are supposed to handover the finished task in a well-defined time frame. Designers and interior decorators are hired to make your dream house a reality. But still there are certain questions that you need to ask yourself before handing over the project to someone else. These include the basic expectation from the house, preferred design, favourite décor, number of rooms and many others. So to prep with you for the mammoth task of building, we bring to you an ideabook that lists few important questions that will give you a head start for this project.

What is a good design for our needs?

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Before designing a building, you need to be exactly sure of the design. This should include what all you expect from the new house. This should start from the preferred location, neighbourhood, weather conditions of the place and even the accessibility to various places like markets, banks etc. The design should also include what all you want in the house. Are you looking for a terrace garden, a lawn or a swimming pool? Along with this you need to list number of floors required in the house. After listing all these factors, you can then start building the house.

What is a building code?

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A building code is a set of rules that specify the minimum standards of building. These codes are written to protect public health and safety. They ensure that construction should not tarnish the environment or anyone’s health in particular. They also ensure that all materials and practices should be done in an Eco-friendly way with no botheration to the neighbours. They have to be perfectly enacted by all government and private authorities.

Who will be responsible for my project?

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The one controlling or monitoring the project will be solely responsible for the success of his project. In case you are handling everything on your own, you will be held in the supreme position. On the contrary, in case you have outsourced the project to a separate group or contractors, they will be held responsible for all nitty gritties of the project. So before handling your project to anyone, make sure that you have zeroed it on the right person only.

What are good sizes and proportions for rooms?

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The number of family members and the purpose of each room will decide the size and proportion of the rooms. The size of the whole house will need to be decided first. Then you can churn out different rooms according to the sizes required. You also need to divide the space based on number of rooms required which further depends on the number of inmates along with few guest rooms as well. For instance, the living room should be made spacious followed by master bedroom. Areas like dining room and kid's bedroom can be made a little smaller. You also need to be sure if you want balconies in every room or not. If not, you might accordingly increase the size of the room. The bedroom design shown above has been designed by Rattania GmbH, furniture and accesories professionals from Germany. 

How can I maximise the kitchen’s potential?

The kitchen’s potential can be maximised by proper designing and prudent storage methods. The major issue in any kitchen design is the inappropriate storage space. The lack of storage makes the kitchen look messy, which also makes the kitchen smaller and full of clutter. You may make use of modular designs to make the kitchen corners to be used to the maximum. You may also use the loft area to make maximum use of vertical space for making storage cabinets. Try designing the counter top in a fashion that looks contemporary, functional and appealing at the same time. You may also go in for different organisers inside the drawers for effectively placing smaller equipment as well.

How many builders will I have in my project?

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There can be many builders involved in a project. However, your source of contact will be just one person who will be the principal builder. As building is a big and massive task, it will involve cooperation of many stakeholders. These will be a floor fitter, an electrician, a plumber, an artisan, a carpenter and even an interior decorator. All these people have immense cooperation in building the whole unit. A building will not be possible with the absence of any of these people. You may also need interior decorators to add a life to those plain and dull walls. A carpenter will make the home functional by installing storage units and shelves in your house.

Can I replace materials and still have quality?

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Yes you can replace materials and be assured of great quality. This can happen by taking advises from experts who can tell you about cheap yet effective substitutes. These can very well be natural materials like bamboo that makes an impressive interior accent. It can even be recyclable wood or fabric materials that can help make another attractive feature in your house. You can even reuse the old materials and paint them to give a fresh and new look for an added charm. This way you not only save money but also remain connected to vintage items.

Where can I save money without spoiling the quality of my project?

Incorporating smart ideas of building can save a lot of money. You may not use cheap quality of products for saving. Instead use Eco-friendly and wise ways that can make you avail materials at low cost and with the same quality. Try going for the best contractor that can take care of everything starting from the flooring to painting to even laying the electric lines. You might research well on online media to look for the person who can provide the best of quality and service in a well-defined time frame. Opting for the right season for starting the construction can also save money. Avoid building in rain or winters as it may spoil your wooden and brick material.

Wondering how to make your home safe and friendly for your kids? Checkout this ideabook for it is sure to help you : Safe home designs for children

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