Insights
Field notes for people about to build.
- Approvals·
How to budget for building approvals in Lalitpur
Permit costs are rarely the biggest line in a build, but delays at the approval stage can be. Here is what to plan for, and when.
- Land·
Site visit checklist before purchasing land
A plot that looks perfect on paper can hide costly surprises. Walk the site with this checklist before you sign anything.
- Planning·
Aana, Ropani and square feet: a plain-language land unit guide
Land in the Kathmandu Valley is sold in Ropani and Aana, but drawings and contracts often use square feet. Here is how they connect.
- ConstructionArchive·
Prepare yourself for a Site Visit
A site visit is one of the best ways to understand the building process: site safety, workflow, materials and the craftsmanship behind construction.
- PlanningArchive·
What to think before designing?
Designing a residential building can be exciting and rewarding, but also challenging. What to think through before the first drawing.