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Pulse October 5, 2021

A list of top hospitals in Uttara

Reading Time: 3 minutes Uttara is one of Dhaka’s most peaceful neighborhoods with significant infrastructural build-up. The area features well-planned streets and parks in every sector, and all amenities are within easy reach of residents. Besides all those amenities, Uttara offers a wide range of top-notch healthcare facilities. Some well-renowned hospitals in Uttara, with specialist clinics, emergency response, surgeon clinics, special labs, etc. A list of the top 5 hospitals in Uttara is given below. Uttara Crescent Hospital Uttara Crescent Hospital is situated in Sector-3, Rabindra Sarani. This hospital combines multiple specialist doctors such as medicinal, gastrointestinal, neuro medicine, cardiac specialist, diabetes specialist, etc. If there are patients in need of specialist doctor’s care, Uttara Crescent Hospital is the right place for you. Hence, Uttara Crescent is one of the most renowned hospitals in Uttara. Details: House-21, Road-15, Sector-3, Rabindra Sarani, Uttara, Dhaka. Phone: 8932430, 58952744,58956737,48951218, 01917704156 Email: info@uttaracrescenthospitalbd.org Website: www.uchbd.com Women’s…

Trends September 29, 2021

Types of mortars for construction of a building

Reading Time: 3 minutes Mortars for construction are a paste-like mixture of sand, cement, lime, and water. They provide a watertight joint between the stones and bricks in building construction. There are different types of mortars based on the nature of the application, binding materials, bulk density, particular uses, etc. Nature of application According to the nature of the application, there are two types of mortars: Brick or stone laying mortar. Finishing mortar. Brick or stone laying mortar Brick or stone laying mortars for construction bond together stones or bricks, usually in masonry walls. Finishing mortars for construction The general type of plastering uses cement or lime mortar. Finishing mortar for construction is primarily used in pointing or plastering works. They work to provide architectural effects and aesthetic appearance as well. They strengthen the structure and create resistance against rain, wind etc. Binding materials mortars According to the type of binding materials mortars for…

Trends September 24, 2021

The Traditional Chattagram Fishery Ghat

Reading Time: 4 minutes The second-largest city, Chittagong, has the biggest wholesale market for marine and freshwater fish. This place is known as Chattagram Fishery Ghat, which was established 200 years ago. It was founded by the Portuguese. They created this market when business was needed in Chattagram, and they got the right to collect port duty. The traditional Chattagram Fishery Ghat has two locations. The location of the Fishery Ghat on Iqbal Road in Patharghata has been changed to a newer and larger scale Fishery Ghat at Lusai Kanya at the mouth of Rajakhali on the banks of the Karnafuli River. Depending on the season, different types of fish are traded every night from 3 pm to 8 am. In this market, the fish comes from every district, which is later transported to other corners of the country. And that is why the Chattagram Fishery Ghat is full of fish merchants. The fish…

My Home September 19, 2021

Changing the office space and meeting room in the pandemic

Reading Time: 5 minutes Social distancing and isolation measures have become more critical after learning that COVID-19 is airborne and the droplets can float around for hours. The air transmission capacity of the virus makes it easier to spread around from carrier to carrier and makes us much more prone to get affected easily. While many of us envision resuming our work from the office like we usually used to, that will require some basic adjustments around the office space and meeting room by putting hygiene at the heart of workplace planning. The authority can implement short-term fixes like a shift change to reduce the number of staff at any one time and some design upgrades and modifications to boost the workers’ morale and confidence. Now let’s discuss some of the measurements that can be implemented to make the employees feel safer. Distribution of workdays and branches During the pandemic social distancing has become…

Trends September 18, 2021

A list of must-to-do tests before construction

Reading Time: 3 minutes Performing certain tests to ascertain the safety of the house construction is an absolute necessity. These tests before construction provide certainty of the structural foundation and essential support of the construction site as well. This information helps in the case of designing the structure, the foundation, the footing, and the slab. Soil engineers can determine if the density, or toxins present in the soil is perfect for construction. Hence, to make sure problems regarding these issues do not arise some must-do tests before construction are mentioned below: Testing the Moisture Content A high amount of moisture content can lead to expansion, warping, and buckling. Therefore, Moisture content tests before construction are crucial to determine the weight of water in the soil. The methods employed for these tests before construction are: Oven Drying Method Radiation Method Alcohol Method Calcium…

Trends September 10, 2021

Biophilic Design: How it enables green architecture

Reading Time: 4 minutes Biophilia is a natural inhibition where the integration of nature is a step ahead to the changing trends of modern architectural aesthetics. The biophilic design indicates the embracement of the rules of biophilic architecture which includes features like a massive amount of potted plants around the house, access to natural daylight with a natural color scheme all around the house. In a word, biophilic design indicates an architectural approach that connects the occupants of the building with nature through the incorporation of natural lighting and ventilation systems, plants, and various other landscape features (biomimetic infrastructure). The green movement Biophilic design continues the green architecture movement that emerged around the mid- the ‘90s through the early 2000s. This movement was focused on building infrastructure that is eco-friendly and energy-efficient at the same time. But, the biophilic design of these days takes this further ahead within a modern architectural framework that takes…

Trends August 31, 2021

Properties of the month – August 2021

Reading Time: 3 minutes We are almost towards the end of the year 2021. It is now certainly the best time to start thinking of a new address of your own. A place of harmony and tranquillity, a new abode, a new destination for you and your beloved family. Team Bproperty is ready to cater and preserve that interest of yours. And to help you find a new home, we are always there to provide you with the best incentive structure and the required support. Following we have listed for you, the most affordable best properties in August 2021. Exquisite 2377 Sq Ft Apartment for Sale in Aftabnagar Situated in Aftabnagar Block-B, a brand new exclusive 2377 sq ft apartment is now available for sale. This 4 bed and 4 bath apartment is perfect for living with the whole family. More surprising is the fact that each bed has a balcony and an attached…

Trends August 27, 2021

Urban Tree Canopy and Its Significance in Real Estate

Reading Time: 3 minutes The presence of an urban tree canopy can significantly change a residential area’s aesthetic value providing positive externalities. They can improve human health while providing a habitat for wildlife as well. Demographic differences and cultural backgrounds can play a crucial role in choosing to have tree canopies in a residential area. However, prior studies have shown that the presence of these trees can enhance the effect on property values for making them eco-friendly. Read this blog to understand the reasons behind the urban tree canopy holding a valuable effect on real estate. Establishing stability in the temperature The urban heat island effect is a phenomenon where the temperature of an urban area is significantly more elevated than that in the countryside. Urban tree canopies provide shade in the heat as well as can block cold air if strategically placed. The shade generated from these trees can help reduce temperature up…

Pulse August 26, 2021

Rajshahi University Campus – The Beauty of the North

Reading Time: 3 minutes The University of Rajshahi is the second-oldest and the second-largest one in the matter of academics in Bangladesh. The Rajshahi University or RU is referred to as the Cambridge of the East for its’ role in academics and propensity for outdoor sports. The Rajshahi University Campus is known for being one of the top universities of Bangladesh with proper research facilities as well. Situated in the northern part of the Rajshahi District, it provides a delightful amalgamation of nature and culture. The vintage absolutism of the Rajshahi University Campus becomes apparent through the mural, sculpture, monuments, lakes, sanctuaries, and infrastructural design. The Shaheed Minar The main campus of the University is only a mile away from the alluring Padma river. Established on the east side of the main Administration building, Shaheed Minar portrays the finest architectural design. Murtaza Bashir, an abstract realist painter designed a mural presented along with the…

Trends August 16, 2021

The property laws In Bangladesh (From 1875 to the Present)

Reading Time: 8 minutes The property laws in Bangladesh are the most ancient ones. They primarily focus on the old laws during the British and Pakistan period. To enable the implementation of land reforms and to distribute the lands establishing a socio-engineering system of law, Bangladesh passed numerous Orders, Ordinances, and Acts after the liberation war. The historical background of the property laws in Bangladesh is discussed below. The Land Survey Act, 1875 The Survey Act of 1875 mainly determined the boundary of a village. This act aided in setting up a mouza or village map showing each plot of land with its area and recording the name of the tenant and the superior landlord, the nature of inhabitants, and the prevalent owner, share, ownership, revenue, or rent payable for the equivalent. Presently, it plays a significant role in the property laws in Bangladesh. This act aims to survey and demarcate land for an…