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

Bproperty After Hours August 31, 2020

Union Tower: Reach New Heights

Reading Time: 4 minutes Bashundhara R/A is one of the most well-organized planned neighborhoods in all of Dhaka. Many people dream of building a new life in the area, as it is a residential paradise. But day by day, Bashundhara R/A is moving towards creating a new image, which is that of an up and coming commercial hub. The area is poised to be the future center of Dhaka, as it is positioned in the middle of areas such as Uttara, Gulshan, Banani, Badda, Rampura, and Purbachal. It is also located very close to the Airport. With this in mind, Union Properties is constructing a grand commercial project inside Bashundhara R/A – Union Tower. Built on 36.55 Katha land, the 14 storied building will have both retail and office space. Let’s delve deeper into this fantastic new project! Commercial Space In Bashundhara The landscape of Dhaka is ever changing. Once upon a time, Motijheel…

My Home August 30, 2020

Fabric Patterns And Prints For Your Home Decor

Reading Time: 4 minutes Using plain and solid colors in your home decor can make it a bit monotonous. This is why we are always looking for new color textures and designs. And for this, fabric print and patterns are perfect. They work like magic when you incorporate them into your home decor. But choosing the right colors and patterns can be a bit challenging. And to understand what sort of colors should be matched, you should have a proper idea of color schemes. To best implement such patterns into your home decor, you should first take a look at the different types of fabric patterns and prints that you can use in your home. Fabric Patterns And Prints In Home Decor If you use curtains that are the same color as the paint on the walls, it will never pop. In such cases, it is best to use different types of fabric patterns…

Tips August 29, 2020

How to check the quality of bricks before construction

Reading Time: 4 minutes Bricks are the foundation material of a building. It is a dire necessity of a homeowner to know how to check the quality of bricks before construction or buying. Brick quality tests have multiple steps and need some precautionary steps before conducting the tests. Any of the following brick quality tests can ensure long term sustainability of bricks if the results are positive. You can do these tests all by yourself or take help from an expert. But knowing how to check the quality of bricks properly makes you aware to conduct or invigilate these tests. Efflorescence test The efflorescence test checks the salt deposit density in the brick and is one of the most efficient brick quality tests. Higher salt deposits mean lower quality. A brick should not have any salt deposits in order to be sustainable. Slight salt deposits are acceptable but there are problems with moderate deposits…

Trends August 28, 2020

Must-have home appliances for the modern home

Reading Time: 4 minutes As our understanding of “what a modern home should be” continues to evolve, it is getting difficult to pin down the concept. Some would say a modern home must reflect the architecture of today. Some might argue that for a home to be modern not only does it have to have contemporary architecture, it also has to be equipped with modern conveniences such as household appliances and equipment. While all of the above claims can be true, we can’t really ignore the impact of home appliances on a modern home. Home appliances are devices that assist you with household chores, therefore, making life a bit easier. That being said, here are 5 must-have home appliances for every modern home. Refrigerator When we are talking about must-have home appliances, it is hard to make it through the conversation without mentioning the need for a refrigerator. Over time it becomes so fundamental…

Pulse August 27, 2020

Top 5 apartments for sale in August 2020

Reading Time: 3 minutes Only a quarter of the year 2020 is left. 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 July 2020. Following we have listed for you, the most affordable top 5 apartments for sale in August 2020. Idyllic 1,600 Sq Ft Apartment For Sale In Banasree Looking for a budget-friendly apartment in one of the quickest developing areas? Then you cannot go wrong by investing in any of the properties in Banasree. The area of Banasree is booming with restaurants, super shops, and malls with community halls that are bolstering both its residential and commercial real estate value. Banasree also has some of the best connectivity in the entire city to which residents of the area can easily travel to any part of…

Trends August 26, 2020

Great housing options for students to live more economically

Reading Time: 4 minutes A huge number of students in Bangladesh leave their homes every year during admission seasons. Right after enrolling in any private or public university, the next thought which strikes students is their accomodation. The greatest perk for public university students is the availability of housing facilities, something many private university students do not have the luxury of. Nonetheless, to secure a hall seat is also a matter of sheer luck. One could only have such a privilege if he/she wins through a lottery process, which leaves us with the question – what happens to the rest? How will the ones who failed to get a chance to study in a public university, or the ones who could not manage a hall seat, manage the situation? This article highlights affordable housing solutions for students who live far away from their homes to continue their studies. Continue reading the article to know…

Pulse August 25, 2020

Amazing Street Food Destinations That You Must Visit

Reading Time: 4 minutes There are many ways to get to know a city – its history, culture, architecture, etc. But the most intimate way to know any city is its cuisine. And there’s no better way to explore a city’s cuisine than the street food that it offers. The scents and smells of street food on city streets are an iconic feature of any global city. Such cities have their street food enshrined in pop culture and travel shows. These destinations are also must-visit places for food vloggers making a name for themselves on Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram. In today’s article, we will be looking at some of the best cities for street food across the world. So, let’s dig in! Mumbai, India When the word street food comes to mind, India is one of the first nations that pop up in our heads. And in India, there is no location more revered…

Bproperty After Hours August 24, 2020

Bproperty: A blessing for landlords

Reading Time: 5 minutes The process of renting a home can be complicated. On the one hand, there is the long and tedious process of finding the desired tenant, on the other, you also have to manage and prepare all the legal documentation. But, nowadays, people don’t want to go through that much hassle. Most people wish to have everything ready at their fingertips. And with the advancement of technology, it quickly becomes a demand for the people of this modern age. Keeping that in mind, Bproperty, the only property solutions provider in Bangladesh, has made the overall process of renting a house easy and simple for landlords. Here are 6 essential benefits of listing your house on Bproperty for renting. Property marketing Most of us still think that it is enough to put up a ‘To-let’ sign outside a house to get a tenant. But the people of metropolitan cities like Dhaka and…

My Home August 23, 2020

Decorating the homes of bookworms

Reading Time: 5 minutes The bookworm is the one who enjoys reading books, gets bored reading books, cries while reading books, or bursts into laughter reading books. The bookworms have so many memories mixed with books, the urge to find the most secluded part of the house, the addiction to the novels hidden in the gap of the textbook – these are the experiences, but each of them is a very personal emotion growing in the house. This is why the homes of bookworms also become a reflection of their thinking. Their feelings are stuck with their books. In some corner of the house, they discover their passionate affair with books. And to nurture that relationship, if the bookworm makes their whole house a kingdom of books, they cannot be blamed one bit! But what about the homes of bookworms? Are you a bookworm yourself? How do you want to decorate your home with…

Tips August 22, 2020

Getting your property ready for renting and more

Reading Time: 4 minutes In a city where almost 80% of people live in a rented house, it won’t be wise to just put yours up for renting as soon as it is completed. You can always prepare your home for a new tenant. That being said, the process of renting your house is not as easy as hanging a ‘To-let’ sign outside and hoping for the best. Whether you just built a new home or are waiting for a new tenant, there are plenty of things to consider before putting your property up for rent. To that end, we have compiled a list of 5 useful tips to get your property ready for renting and more. Fix what’s broken As straightforward as it sounds, fix every single thing that needs to be fixed. Does the roof leak during heavy rainfall? Does the bathroom door require two people to shut it closed? Is there…