December 2018 | A blog about homes, trends, tips & life

Pulse December 31, 2018

Upcoming Events in Dhaka During January

Reading Time: 5 minutes A new year usually breathes in a new life to the capital. The people and the city feel rejuvenated during this time. They are ready to shed last year’s tiredness and engage in all sorts of events to welcome the New Year. Even before the New Year’s party is properly finished, get ready for a month full of activities to enjoy. While there are plenty of amazing places to visit in Bangladesh during winter, today we’ll be highlighting only those events in Dhaka that will be held during January. So let’s see what programs and fairs that are stored for you in the month of January. A Night of Comedy Extravaganza – January 3 If you like good stand-up comedy then get ready of January 3rd. That is because Naveed’s Comedy Club is organizing two back-to-back stand-up comedy events in Chef’s Table that is sure to tickle your bones. The…

Pulse December 31, 2018

TOP 5 PROPERTIES OF THE MONTH – DECEMBER 2018

Reading Time: 5 minutes Investing in property means an investment for the rest of your life. That’s why when it comes to purchasing an apartment, most people go through a detailed decision-making process. After all, a right decision can ensure a secured future. On that note, are you planning to purchase an apartment anytime soon? Because if you are, then this is just the right time. Compared to most investment options, real estate investments are generating a handsome return. Plus, as our country is developing at a fast pace, demand for urban accomodation is going to increase in future. That means your current investment will generate returns in no time. However, if you are looking for a permanent settlement, then buying an apartment now would be less expensive, considering the increase in price in future. Whichever your reason is, it starts with finding the right apartment. So let’s take a look at the top…

Bproperty After Hours December 30, 2018

New Bproperty Features – R.E. Solutions and List Your Property

Reading Time: 2 minutes Bproperty is dedicated to be a leader in innovation by creating ways to make real estate an easy to conquer field for everyone. The focus is on aiding, guiding and directing property owners and hopefuls on all matters relating to real estate. With this is mind, Bproperty is continuing its innovations and have added two new features to the website: RE Solutions and List Your Property. RE Solutions RE Solutions stands for Real Estate Solutions. Available on the home page of the website, clicking on the tab takes you to a page with guides depending on your requirements and desires. At the moment, there are guides for buyers and sellers of property, with more guides in the works. The guides walk you through what you could expect dealing with Bproperty. The Buyers Guide explains everything about dealing with Bproperty experts, receiving financial advice and legal arrangements provided by Bproperty. The…

Pulse December 29, 2018

TOP COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES OF THE MONTH – DECEMBER 2018

Reading Time: 4 minutes Brand is the identity of your business. What you do and how you choose to do your business creates a perception in people’s mind. That’s how businesses create brands. One of the major aspects of a business is their office location because it works like an initial touch point for all the stakeholders. Additionally, office location can be the key point that makes or breaks your business because of the area facilities. That’s why many companies spend a great amount of time figuring out the right strategy and the right location. Are you looking for suitable office space for your company? We have picked some of the top commercial properties in Dhaka that will serve you just right. Let’s take a look. 5,170 Sq. Ft. Commercial Space In Gulshan 1 Among the new generation of companies, Gulshan is the perfect commercial hub in Dhaka. Not just because of the area…

Pulse December 28, 2018

7 Bangladeshi World Records You Probably Don’t Know About

Reading Time: 5 minutes Did you know that Bangladeshi people once attempted to set a record for world’s largest selfie? Setting world records isn’t something new to Bangladesh or its people; we have set several records throughout the years. Most people still vividly remember setting the world record for the largest human flag ever or the record for most people singing the national anthem simultaneously. While those records were eventually surpassed by others, there are plenty more that we achieved even in recent times. Some of those records are well-known by the people while others are less so. Today we’ll take a look at 7 Bangladesh world records that you probably don’t know about. Longest Single Line of Bicycles (Moving) Riding bicycle is a favorite pastime for many young Bangladeshis. Bicycles are just as effective at providing recreation as they are for traveling. Which is why people everyday use bicycles to travel in Bangladesh.…

Trends December 27, 2018

Benefits of Living in a Top Floor Apartment of a High-Rise Building

Reading Time: 4 minutes Did you ever wonder why a top floor apartment usually costs more than a flat on the lower floors? It can’t just be the fact that you get to live on the topmost floor, can it? There must be quite a few benefits that you only get if you live on the top floor; why the topmost flat is referred to as ‘Penthouse’ in many high-rise buildings and perceived as exclusive property. Let’s find out about all the benefits of living in top floor apartments of a high-rise building. Reduced Noise Like most, you probably don’t want to wake up early during weekends due to excessive noise from the streets outside. However, if you live in a thriving metropolis such as Dhaka, avoiding outside commotion might not be possible. While some of the top residential areas in Dhaka can offer you a serene environment, homes in most other areas have…

Trends December 26, 2018

HOW FLYOVERS HAVE IMPACTED TRAFFIC CONDITIONS IN DHAKA CITY

Reading Time: 4 minutes Did you know the 1959 master plan for Dhaka city was prepared to support approximately 800,000 residents? After almost 60 years, nearly 20,000,000 people live in Dhaka city, which is 25 times more than the original capacity. No wonder the capital is always congested and roads are overflowing with traffic. Although there were several revisions of the plan and numerous initiatives taken to tackle the problem, the congestion still persists. One of such plans to reduce Dhaka traffic is the construction of flyovers at multiple critical points of the capital. Currently, we have 7 flyovers spread around the city and there are plans to include a couple of more in the coming years. All these projects are expensive and require millions of dollars from public funds. But what is the ultimate effects of flyovers on traffic condition of Dhaka city? Why Do We Need Flyovers? The underlying concept behind flyovers…

Bproperty After Hours December 25, 2018

Bproperty Night of Superstars

Reading Time: 3 minutes On the 20th December of 2018, Bproperty had its first employee night in the form of Bproperty Night of Superstars. It was to be a night of recognition and acknowledgment, but it became so much more. Smiling and laughing faces all around the venue and could not be deterred. The Ballroom at the Westin was completely taken over for the purposes of the night. The venue was well decorated to accommodate over 240 employees – some even showing up all the way from Chattogram. Speeches and Video The Bproperty Night of Superstars began with a speech by Md. Rezaul Hassan Sharif, our Head of HR, who discussed his experience within the company, Bproperty’s growth in terms of employees and business. This was followed by a short speech by Mr. Khondoker Rejbeen Ahsan, the Head of Operations, who focused more on the operational growth, success and prospects of Bproperty as well…

Pulse December 24, 2018

Finding Great Healthcare: Hospitals in Dhaka

Reading Time: 5 minutes When it comes to hospitals in Dhaka, it can feel like there’s at least a few in every area. And to some extent, that feeling would be correct. But by no means is having medical facilities near your home a bad thing. In fact, access to vital healthcare facilities is an asset and only bolsters the value of your property. Every second counts when there’s an unfortunate incident or a condition that needs to be treated. As such, people want to buy apartments or land in areas that have numerous hospitals in proximity. So, let’s take a look at some of the areas that have the best medical facilities and the best hospitals in Dhaka. Dhanmondi We begin with one of the most popular locations to find medical centers in Dhaka; Dhanmondi. The area is well-known for having some of the best medical facilities and hospitals. From one corner of…

My Home December 23, 2018

How Much Does it Cost to Shift Apartments in Dhaka? Part 3: Packing

Reading Time: 4 minutes Whether you are preparing to shift apartments or offices, you cannot overlook the importance of packing. The simple act of organizing items and carefully packing them will prevent any damage from occurring. Additionally, this will also help you keep better track of items while moving. That is why we’ve selected the cost of packing items as our topic for the third and final part of the three-part series discussing the general cost of moving apartments in Dhaka. In the first part, we talked about the transportation cost of shifting apartments, while in the second part we discussed movers cost in Dhaka. So today we’ll be talking about all the items you need for packing items properly and the general packing cost. Boxes Your life becomes a series of boxes when moving to a new place. Most of the small household items in your apartment are packed into cardboard boxes and…