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Reading Time: 10 minutes Eid-Ul-Adha, the largest religious festival for Muslims is less than two weeks away and for most people this is the time when they hit the market, scouting for the best deals for their Qurbani offering. But this year the situation is quite different. In the light of the pandemic and due to the fear of coronavirus, people may not stick to old ways of purchasing cattle as they are used to. Some may want to consider alternative ways to deal with the challenge. So considering the ongoing situation, what are the places to buy cattle from this Eid? To this, we have analyzed the market and come up with these available options. Traditional cattle market Each year both Dhaka North and South City Corporations set up more than 20 makeshift cattle markets around the city ahead of Eid-Ul-Adha. This year they have decided to scale the number down to only…

Reading Time: 3 minutes Imagine living in the midst of comfort in Bashundhara R/A – one of Dhaka’s most beautiful and serene planned neighborhoods. With Olympia Orchid by Olympia Holdings Ltd., you can do all that and so much more! Located in Block H of Bashundhara R/A, the building offers spacious apartments with stunning interior designs and all the desired necessities and amenities within reach. In today’s article, we will be taking an in-depth look at the 9 storied Olympia Orchid and all its perks! Overview Project Name Olympia Orchid Developed By Olympia Holdings Ltd. Project Address Bashundhara R/A, Dhaka Number of Buildings 1 Land Area 4.72 Katha Total Floors 09 (G + 08) Entrance Road Size 12 feet/ 7.6 meters Total Floor Area (Square Feet) 3400 SFT Common & Usable Area Split Common: 145 SFT, Usable: 1875SFT (62.5 %) Total Units 8 Unit Sizes (Square Feet) 2020 SFT Open Area Yes Total Lifts…

Reading Time: 4 minutes Rental homes come with a lot of limitations. You can’t do this, you can’t do that. No fastening screws on the wall or changing the color of the walls. Everything has to be spick and span. When you’re starting a new family and moving into your first rental, you’d think that you’d be able to have your own way with your home. But reality turned out to be different. Well, that’s what you may think, but there are ways to circumvent these issues and still have your own way with your home. Or at least, have your own way with your kitchen, which is one of the most functional parts of any home. So, for today’s article, we will be exploring different rental kitchen decorating ideas for your home! Adjustable Cabinets Cabinets take up a major portion of the space in your kitchen. So, it’s important to have cabinets that…

Reading Time: 3 minutes Want to turn your house into a cozy space? Then there is no substitute for carpets in your home decor. The use of carpets in home decoration has been going on for ages. If you choose the right carpet, it can make your house feel warm and cozy. Just like a home should be. But all these feelings of coziness and warmth can fade away quickly if the carpet is not taken care of properly. You know exactly what I am talking about if you have ever spilled something on the carpet. Luckily there are some amazing carpet cleaning tips that you can apply to remove a stain or maintain your carpet properly. Lint roller Cleaning a carpet is a strenuous job. It takes extra effort to clean long-hair carpets. Even if you try with a vacuum cleaner, the sticky dirt that is stuck in the hair does not seem…

Reading Time: 5 minutes Upon hearing the word real-estate, you may summon images filled with residential or commercial buildings. Some might think of bustling construction sites filled with construction workers or sometimes thoughts may revolve around mortgages, insurance, and taxes. But there is much more to ‘real estate’ than just these boring facts. Some pretty funny, ridiculous, and interesting things have happened in the real estate world. In today’s article, we will discuss some of these bizarre real estate fun facts and you will know what happens when real estate becomes interesting. The town of diamonds One of the most mind-blowing real estate fun facts is about a town called Nördlingen. It is located in the German state of Bavaria. The town is dotted with timber-framed houses and shops with red roofs. Centered around a medieval church, it may seem like a classic German town but you would be wrong to think so. It…

Reading Time: 3 minutes When you think of McDonald’s, the first thing that comes to mind is ‘Fast Food’. And you’d be right for thinking that, as they are a pioneer of that very concept. Being one of the largest fast-food chains in the world, you’d also think that they would be earning most of their money from their fast food business. You would be surprised. McDonald’s is one of the largest real estate companies in the world. Now, you may ask how. This is exactly what we’re going to answer in today’s article. Let’s unearth the Mcdonald’s real estate empire and look at how it all began! Pioneers Of Fast Food McDonald’s started off as a hot dog stand in Pasadena, California founded by brothers Richard and Maurice McDonald. It was a successful venture, but they hit the jackpot in 1953 when they created a new system for making burgers that was based…

Reading Time: 5 minutes Technological advancements have always given rise to the comfort of people. Technology has not only eased the perils of manually integrating construction decisions but is also being used to mitigate the risks of different tasks and save lives. There are always some positive impacts of using upgraded construction technologies. Augmented reality in the construction industry is making the lives of architects and construction workers easier. To integrate augmented reality in construction, a 3D model-based process of AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction), which is commonly known as BIM (Building Information Modeling), has been implemented. BIM consists of multiple apps, tools, software, and models to design and manage infrastructure and buildings with maximum efficiency. Augmented reality in construction works along with different BIM models. Therefore, the implementation of augmented reality or AR techniques will play a groundbreaking role in the future of the construction industry of Bangladesh. In the past, people used…

Reading Time: 4 minutes Dhaka, the bustling metropolis of Bangladesh, is not only rich in history, it is also very exuberant. It can grasp anyone with its energy the moment someone steps foot into the city. It is dotted with magnificent mosques, forts, monuments, and establishments that have their roots in the Mughal era. The contrast between old and modern Dhaka is not only immense, it is also interesting to observe. From the spellbinding Mughal architectures to sites where one can experience multicultural aspirations, there is no shortage of places to visit in Dhaka. If you are planning to visit such iconic attractions of Dhaka or are in need of relaxation, just head to one of these places. Ahsan Manzil Dhaka’s Ahsan Manzil stands tall not only as a powerful reminder of the Nawab era but also as a symbol of Indo-Saracenic architectural excellence. It was the official residential palace of the Nawabs. The…

Reading Time: 4 minutes Recently, Bproperty hosted a special series of webinars titled ‘Bproperty Talks: Real Estate Reality’ on the Bproperty Facebook page and Bproperty YouTube channel. In this webinar, the present state and future of the real estate industry were discussed, and it featured some top experts from the real estate and finance industry. In today’s article, we will be looking back at the 10 episodes of Bproperty Talks: Real Estate Reality and also look at how the webinar came to be. How It Began Bproperty is the only real estate solutions provider in the country. And we’re also the only ones who provide 360° real estate services to our clients. Our services go farther than just buying, selling, renting, and letting, with our experienced real estate experts providing guidance and advice to our customers. Making use of our position as an industry leader, we have come up with Bproperty Talks: Real Estate…

Reading Time: 5 minutes Choosing the right type of chandelier for your home is not an easy task. Chandeliers have the ability to change the entire vibe of a home, so it is important that you take your time deciding on the right one for you. Picking a chandelier may be quite challenging as there are many different types of chandeliers out there. Also, there are a lot of factors to consider such as design, affordability, and decoration of your home. So a little bit of know-how is necessary before you opt for buying one. Before you buy Before you buy a chandelier, you need to know the different types of chandeliers there are and how to choose a chandelier that fits your needs. Depending on the design, shape, material, and lighting style, you have plenty of options to go through. Different types of chandeliers Modern Chandelier: The style of this chandelier originated from…