May 2020 | A blog about homes, trends, tips & life

My Home May 31, 2020

Mistakes People Make When Choosing Colors for Their Home

Reading Time: 4 minutes Choosing the right colors for your home can get a little challenging. There are several great ways to choose the right color for your home. Those, we all know more or less, but have you ever noticed the mistakes you may have made in choosing colors for the house? Or still doing? And the worst part is, there is no way to revert back without redoing the entire process. So now is the time we should be aware of some of the common mistakes and learn how not to make them. Here are 5 mistakes people make when choosing colors for home. Avoiding bold colors You first need to decide which wall you are painting and which room you are painting. Then you need to look for the color of your furniture. Are those colored light or dark! If the color is light then you must choose the complementary bold…

Tips May 30, 2020

Life after lockdown: keep yourself safe when going out in public

Reading Time: 5 minutes It’s been more than five months since the Corona outbreak. And countries all over the world, including Bangladesh, are slowly easing lockdown restrictions. But since the risk of getting infected has not been subsidized yet, people are more concerned than ever as they have to go back to their normal lives while the situation still persists. But one thing is certain for sure that life after lockdown will not be the same as before. Unless the entire community achieves herd immunity, proven treatment therapy, and access to a verified vaccine, you must embrace the “new norm” to flatten the curve. Here is what you need to follow to keep yourself safe when outside after the lockdown. Avoid gatherings Since the coronavirus is highly infectious and can spread from a person who may appear to be asymptomatic, it is always a good idea to avoid gatherings. A virus can spread from…

Trends May 29, 2020

Understanding the Bangladesh National Building Code (BNBC)

Reading Time: 4 minutes Building Codes are rules meant to stipulate the minimum standards that must be followed when a building is being constructed. They must follow these codes to gain permission for planning and construction from the authorities. The main purpose of a building code is to secure the health, safety, and overall well-being of its occupants by ensuring proper standards in the construction and design of buildings. Most countries and territories have their own building codes set to the general needs of the stakeholders of their relevant territories. And Bangladesh is no exception. Today, we will be discussing the Bangladesh National Building Code (BNBC) in detail. What is the Bangladesh National Building Code (BNBC)? The Bangladesh National Building Code (BNBC) was first published in 1993 to regulate the construction of buildings and maintain and uphold them to certain standards. Before the code, the only laws pertaining to construction was the Building Construction…

Pulse May 28, 2020

Properties of the month – May 2020

Reading Time: 3 minutes In this holy month of Ramadan and celebration of Eid-Ul-Adha, the joyous moments are tied up with showers of blessings and elation. This is the perfect time for you to grab the opportunity of buying a new home. Since we will be celebrating Eid indoors, a new home can multiply our happiness. And to help you find a new home, Bproperty is always there for you to provide you with the best incentive structure and the required support. Following we have listed for you, the best properties in May 2020. Marvelous 1,357 Sq Ft Apartment for Sale in Shahjahanpur Shahjahanpur is an area where commuting to the most important places in Dhaka is quite easy for shortcut routes. A 1357 Sq Ft apartment is available for sale in this area which is west faced and a luxurious one. The exclusivity of this apartment is that it has a separate spacious…

Tips May 27, 2020

How You Can Save Water In Commercial Buildings

Reading Time: 4 minutes Humans have always believed water to be a renewable resource. But recent studies have shown that there could be an increase in cases of water scarcity in many places around the world. This is why water conservation has become a hot topic in the last decade. In our recent articles in the water efficiency series, we have talked about creating a water-efficient home and how you can conserve water at home. In today’s article, we will be looking at ways to save water in commercial buildings. Commercial buildings account for about 10 percent of all water usage. In the past, operators of such buildings were not concerned too much with saving water and energy consumption. But the recent adoption of LEED certification standards in Dhaka has created new opportunities for commercial buildings to be more environmentally sustainable. So, let’s have a look at the ways to save water in commercial…

Pulse May 26, 2020

THE HISTORY OF SKYSCRAPERS

Reading Time: 6 minutes Our obsession with magnificent structures started long ago with the pyramids of Giza in Egypt. Since the dawn of civilization, builders and architects have sought to build edifices to please their gods or to honor their masters. But in the 21st century, if you hear or speak the word city, you automatically imagine skyscrapers. Urban skylines have become a forest of towering buildings. Supertall skyscrapers, such as the Burj Khalifa in Dubai or the Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur are now used to announce the emergence of a city on the global stage. However, for millennia, we had cities without any skyscrapers. For example, most cities in Europe such as Rome is almost completely void of skyscrapers. But wait a minute, how did the skyscraper come into existence in the first place? What are the shortcomings that they had to overcome? Let’s talk about the history of skyscrapers. Early…

My Home May 24, 2020

The Changing Trends Of Interior Design For 2020

Reading Time: 4 minutes Did we get to enjoy 2020 yet? Not really. We will need a few more months to really know what 2020 has offered. For the last few months, I’ve been thinking bout interior design schemes and themes, and have been browsing Pinterest, Instagram, and a few of the most famous websites for the latest interior design trends. No matter what your budget is, you’d love to incorporate the latest interior design trends into your home. This is why we are bringing you a list of the latest interior design trends for the year 2020. Let’s take a look at them, shall we? The Color Pink You’ve always wanted a pink room, like most other 11-year-olds. Right? Adults generally shy away from pink, but recent changes in interior design trends have seen an uptick in the color pink being incorporated into home decor. But it’s not the pink that we knew…

Tips May 23, 2020

Taking proper care of your wooden furniture

Reading Time: 4 minutes Slim, slick, and stylish wooden furniture are currently in vogue. Of the many variances, there are aluminum, MDF board, or steel made furniture. However, in the case of furniture, wood is still the top choice. But with the evolution of time and daily use, the furniture gets stained or destroyed by pests. In many cases, the furniture becomes dirty. Knowing the tips suggested in this blog can make your furniture look like new, and you can easily take proper care of your wooden furniture. The decoration of the house is enhanced by the aristocratic design of the different types of wooden furniture. Although the price is high, many people tend to buy wooden furniture because it is more durable. Wooden furniture is tasteful and full of design at the same time. All the exclusive designs of Bengal are carefully engraved on the wooden furniture. How can you not buy them…

Trends May 22, 2020

Exceptional EID Preparation 2020!

Reading Time: 4 minutes The year 2020 has brought so many changes in our lives. We have stayed at home to keep our loved ones and ourselves safe. We have learned so many things about ourselves and we are still learning. We realized, there is not much that you need to live comfortably and happily if we have our loved ones next to us. We celebrated Pôhela Boishakh and Ramadan from home, and work from home was also quite a success. Now as the holy month of Ramadan has come to an end, it’s time to prepare for an exceptional EID celebration from home as well. There is a lot that you can do to prepare for the end of Ramadan and celebrate EID exceptionally with your family. Help The Helpless This EID can be the most exceptional EID of your life if you want. As we are not going out and buying anything…

Pulse May 21, 2020

Avenues Of Uttara – Part 2

Reading Time: 4 minutes Uttara is one of the best planned neighborhoods in Dhaka. When planning was done for the area, planners focused on creating an accessible road network. Which is why there are many avenues in Uttara – 11 to be exact. In the first part of the avenues of Uttara series, we learned of 6 avenues in Uttara. Today, in the second part, we will look at 5 other avenues of Uttara. Sonargaon Janapath (Sectors 7, 9, 11, 13 And More) If anybody asks you, “What is the largest avenue in Uttara?”, you can answer with your eyes closed that it is Sonargaon Janapath. It is located at the very northern edge of Uttara. With House Building on the Eastern side and the MRT Station at the very west, the avenue spans more than 3 kilometers. The vastness of the avenue can only be comprehended when you realize that it intersects with…