Gated communities and residents associations have been instrumental in protecting the property value and aesthetic…
Black cotton soil is considered a problematic soil when designing and building foundations.
The imperial and metric systems are two different measurement systems for length, area, volume and mass.
The Certificate of Occupation/ Occupancy or Occupation permit is a legal document issued by a local government agency or the housing/building department declaring a building’s compliance with relevant building codes and other laws, and indicating it to be in a condition suitable for human habitation.
Solar panels have proven to be a reliable and cheaper source of energy supply. This…
The direction a door swings or opens isn’t something that most people consider but they…
Globally, the wealthiest individuals in any country always have stakes in a construction company or…
Accessibility is equality. Making spaces accessible to people with disabilities is a mandatory requirement for…
Looking to spruce things up? You can renovate your home to improve on aesthetics and…
The Ministry of Lands and physical planning has began registration of title deeds afresh in…
Property destruction as a result of flooding even when low amounts of rainfall are being…
Rainwater harvesting is a simple way to supplement main water supply ensuring constant access to water for many households.
When it comes to construction projects, the quality of building material used during construction greatly…
House construction is expensive and your timing on when to start a project will have a great effect on cost and quality.
It is important to note that the cost of construction will vary greatly depending on factors such as location, size of house, type of building, topography and the material/finishes specifications.
Land is the only asset that appreciates in value over time. This attractive feature has made it one of the most sort after assets in Kenya.
World breastfeeding week is celebrated globally every year during the first seven days of the…
As a result of the Covid 19 pandemic, many built environment experts are now calling for the redesign of public spaces and buildings to mitigate future pandemics. This means a shift towards contactless experience with high emphasis on hygiene.
Buying a property off-plan, whether to use as a home or as an investment is cheaper but incurs more risks than buying an already built property
The year 2021 will see Kenya’s construction industry adopting the European Code of Standards known…