Recent Urban development in Bangladesh
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Streamlined Glamour | Badel Heights Renovation
A project by local Interior Design Atelier "Hive Interiors".This 4000 sq ft apartment personifies a warm, glamorous and yet inviting space. The customized designs allow the refined tastes of its inhabitants and the professional touches of the Hive Interiors team.
The modelling of the residential apartment began with a clear vision. The designers of Hive Interiors note, “The clients had a clear understanding of their desired outcome for the space. They wanted something which reflected their lifestyle and personalities, opting for luxurious, bespoke designs constructed to fit their needs and taste.”
Although the home owners crossed borders quite frequently, frequent communication and cooperation allowed every aspect of the home, beginning from custom flooring, eclectic lighting fixtures, tailored furniture and various accents, to be purposefully and boldly executed. Creative freedom allowed Hive to incorporate unorthodox elements and push the envelope.
The concept derived from the clients’ preferred colour palette of black, gold and white.
The introduction of the curved sofas broke the monotony of squared spaces. These elements allowed Hive to fine-tune the interior concept, branching off into what the final product ultimately embodies; classic, eclectic elegance.
The design process began in September, while the official construction set about in December. The original 4-bedroom apartment had an entire bedroom and bathroom demolished to expand the dining and main living space, simultaneously incorporating a hidden closet alongside a powder room. The marble floors were re-polished, altering the glaze to create a penthouse ambiance, taking advantage of the higher floor level. Including importing accent furniture, creating custom furniture at the Hive factory, accessories, decoration pieces, the project took around 4 months to reach completion.
The completed home consists of a foyer leading to two living rooms, one grand living with a dining space, one family living room with a breakfast area beside newly built brass painted pantry cabinets. The master bedroom suite is complete with new closet areas, a child’s bedroom and a guest bedroom.
The existing marble was laid in with new marble white tiles that created a contrast, alongside brass bits to create elegant divisions for space transitions. Marble, wood, tiles, skin rock, brass channels, formica, were the primary materials used for the project. Black marble was used as the backsplash for the living area TV, blending in creating a seamless look as well as backlit shelves on either side and a shelf gap at the bottom.
The large windows surrounding the home are lined with rectangular white moulding elongating the walls adding to the Art Deco style of the home. Including elements of the colour palette within the imported light fixtures, bold splashes of black, white, beige and gold, as well as interesting textures can be seen scattered throughout the apartment.
The main door, originally a full metal bulletproof, cherry-wood laminated door, was painted black to match the theme and new brass handles created a polished accent. The grand living area showcases round punch with moulded cornices adding a finished look to the sleek home.
Sharing their journey Hive states, “Construction in Bangladesh can be very tricky and many things go sideways now and then; however, as designers, it is our job to think on our feet to find solutions to get the optimum results. We particularly like the dominating TV wall which was a challenge to manufacture here for the TV to blend in seamlessly. It just had to be perfect with in-laid brass bits. The hidden closet behind the dining space was fun to create and a customised door to hide the MDB which posed as a part of the wall to blend in with the interior.”
The studio prides itself on experimentation with different materials and textures, creating unique interiors retaining their style signature to “raise the bar” for interior decor in the country.
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Crafted Bold and Strong | Aptech Industrial Park
Designed by Sthapotik architectural design studio and Discreet, Architectural Consultants, the ready-made garment industry, Aptech Industrial Park, developed in Kashimpur, Gazipur, approaches a strong and bold design language. The predominant geometric shape of the factory complex; the intermingling of solid and void, is greatly influenced by the works of architect Louis I Kahn, and his design: the Bangladesh National Parliament. The overall project provides an economical, sustainable, yet novel design to give a contemporary industrial identity to the factory complex.
The complex is set on a land of 42783.37 square meters comprising ten building masses. The building footprint is kept as minimum as possible as the gross built area is 7011.52 square meters which makes the maximum ground coverage only 41.36 percent of the total site area. Directed by Ar. Sharif Uddin Ahammed and Ar.Tawhid Imam, the design began with the functional zoning; arranging the ten building blocks. As the factory houses a range of industrial activities, the strategic planning of connecting spaces and also separating different activity areas was of crucial importance.
At the entrance, on the south, is the ancillary block consisting of healthcare, childcare units, security, and control unit, and an administrative office. Ahead are the sewing and finishing blocks; the largest in volume and operating the most crucial industrial functions. Positioned near the west boundary wall are the dining and kitchen block. The washing plant and ETP blocks locate on the north while the rest house locates on the east side of the complex; separated by a water body to provide privacy to the dwellers. The complex includes two jute boiler; one at the rear of the dining and kitchen block and one beside the washing plant mass.
“Industry design carries many challenges. One is to ensure smooth horizontal and vertical circulation. The project employs ten thousand occupants per shift which suggests high congestion. We strategically zoned the building blocks to ease circulation during high-traffic times, and clear the complexities of the industrial functions. One of the other major design concerns of the industry is fire-hazard management. A fire hazard in the RMG industry is most crucial among other mishaps,” shares Sharif Uddin Ahammed, principal architect of Sthapotik. “To avoid the risk of fire emergencies, all the fire-stairs and lifts of the sewing and finishing building are isolated from the main mass and connected by a 3m bridge provided with large openings that allow positive air.”
Inside, the building blocks are based on an open-plan concept with a high ceiling and large glass panels allowing natural light to the core of the factory space. The additional transmission of light into the factory complex tends to lead to more productivity, meanwhile, making it energy-efficient and lowering its operating costs substantially. The clean lines and openness of the interior and a continuous flow of overhead lights ensure maximum comfort. Each building block is north-south oriented and composed of regionally available materials: brick and concrete.
Vertical louvers are introduced on the south and west façades of the building blocks to avoid direct heat penetration inside the working zone. Additionally, the louver screens refine the architectural language and humanize the appearance of the harder concrete material while the geometric shapes found on the façade add a dramatic impact to the overall composition of the building and acts as light wells and a natural environmental control system for the interior. For architect Louis Kahn: light was an important aspect in the design of a building, not just as a way to illuminate a space, but rather conceptualizing light as a creator of space.
Architect Profile
Since its inception in 2006, Sthapotik has built a reputation for innovative design and exceptional services by principal architect Sharif Uddin Ahammed and lead architect Tawhid Imam. ‘Responsive environments in architecture’- this is what the team believes in and also wants to promote among their clients through their design approach. Sthapotik believes the promise of new possibilities for architecture to engage and shape the future lies in the revision of boundaries between the urban, the rural, and the natural.
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Purbachal Expressway to open for traffic in December
The 12.5km expressway is being constructed at a cost of more than Tk14,000 crore
Purbachal Expressway Mahmud Hossain Opu/Dhaka Tribune
Sohel Mamun
The long-awaited Purbachal expressway, from Kuril flyover point in Dhaka to Kanchan Bridge in Narayanganj, is expected to open for traffic in December this year as more than 85% of the construction work has been completed.
According to project officials, the 8-lane expressway with service roads and canals will be one of the most attractive expressways in Southeast Asia. The 12.5km expressway is being constructed at a cost of more than Tk14,000 crore, making it the most expensive roadway in the country in terms of construction cost per kilometer.
The expressway will not have any stopover points, traffic signals, or any other obstacles, so vehicles can run its entire length in as little as six or seven minutes. It is expected to ease road communication between the capital, Chittagong, and Sylhet.
It will be connected to the Dhaka bypass to ease northbound travel.
Purbachal Expressway Mahmud Hossain Opu/Dhaka Tribune
The Bangladesh Army is constructing the expressway under the supervision of Rajdhani Unnayan Kartipakkha (Rajuk).
“The work is progressing very fast and we are set to open the expressway for traffic in December,” said Ujjwal Mallick, chief engineer (implementation) of Rajuk.
He added that the construction of some components, such as the digging of canals, will continue even after the expressway is inaugurated. Work on the canals is progressing slowly due to complexities in land acquisition.
The canals, about 100ft wide, will be dug on both sides of the expressway. Service roads with multiple lanes will run by both canals.
“The picture of the whole area will change once the expressway is opened for traffic,” Ujjwal Mallick added.
During a recent visit to the project area, heavy machinery, including cranes, loaders, lifters, dredgers, and excavators, were seen working on expressway.
A new attraction for people
According to the officials, the expressway was redesigned with five intersections which will serve as the main attraction of the expressway.
Construction of the intersections is almost complete. Expressway users will use underground parts of the intersections, while service lane users will move through the above-ground parts of the intersection. The intersections are the first of their kind in South Asia.
Purbachal Expressway Mahmud Hossain Opu/Dhaka Tribune
According to the project documents, there are 13 arch bridges, 10 large bridges, 4km of drains, two culverts, and 12 water bus stands along the canals.
The charming pedestrian bridges across the canals will mainly attract tourists. They can enjoy the beauty of the entire project by using the bridge. Water buses will run on both sides of the canal, which will be launched mainly for tourists. Green walkways will be constructed on both sides of the canal.
More than 40,000 tourists are expected to visit the bridge each day.
“It is not only for the safe and reliable communication of east-west of Dhaka, but also for entertainment and to make the area beautiful,” said Ujjal Mallick.
100-foot canals to reduce waterlogging
According to the project documents, the canals on the sides of the expressway will help reduce waterlogging.
Apart from 100-foot canals, the project includes renovation of the Dumni, Boalia, and AD-8 canals. These canals can reduce waterlogging in West Dhaka, including in Nikunja-1, Nikunja-2, Joarsahara, Cantonment, Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, Kalachandpur, Kaola, and Bashundhara residential area.
The project is a revised version of the Excavation and development of 100 feet wide canal on both sides of Kuril-Purbachal Link Road project passed in 2015.
The estimated cost of the project in 2015 was Tk. 5,286.91 crore. Due to the addition of three more canals, roads, bridges, and other components, the cost of the revised project increased to more than Tk.14,000 crore currently.
The 12.5km expressway is being constructed at a cost of more than Tk14,000 crore
Purbachal Expressway Mahmud Hossain Opu/Dhaka Tribune
Sohel Mamun
The long-awaited Purbachal expressway, from Kuril flyover point in Dhaka to Kanchan Bridge in Narayanganj, is expected to open for traffic in December this year as more than 85% of the construction work has been completed.
According to project officials, the 8-lane expressway with service roads and canals will be one of the most attractive expressways in Southeast Asia. The 12.5km expressway is being constructed at a cost of more than Tk14,000 crore, making it the most expensive roadway in the country in terms of construction cost per kilometer.
The expressway will not have any stopover points, traffic signals, or any other obstacles, so vehicles can run its entire length in as little as six or seven minutes. It is expected to ease road communication between the capital, Chittagong, and Sylhet.
It will be connected to the Dhaka bypass to ease northbound travel.
The Bangladesh Army is constructing the expressway under the supervision of Rajdhani Unnayan Kartipakkha (Rajuk).
“The work is progressing very fast and we are set to open the expressway for traffic in December,” said Ujjwal Mallick, chief engineer (implementation) of Rajuk.
He added that the construction of some components, such as the digging of canals, will continue even after the expressway is inaugurated. Work on the canals is progressing slowly due to complexities in land acquisition.
The canals, about 100ft wide, will be dug on both sides of the expressway. Service roads with multiple lanes will run by both canals.
“The picture of the whole area will change once the expressway is opened for traffic,” Ujjwal Mallick added.
During a recent visit to the project area, heavy machinery, including cranes, loaders, lifters, dredgers, and excavators, were seen working on expressway.
A new attraction for people
According to the officials, the expressway was redesigned with five intersections which will serve as the main attraction of the expressway.
Construction of the intersections is almost complete. Expressway users will use underground parts of the intersections, while service lane users will move through the above-ground parts of the intersection. The intersections are the first of their kind in South Asia.
Purbachal Expressway Mahmud Hossain Opu/Dhaka Tribune
According to the project documents, there are 13 arch bridges, 10 large bridges, 4km of drains, two culverts, and 12 water bus stands along the canals.
The charming pedestrian bridges across the canals will mainly attract tourists. They can enjoy the beauty of the entire project by using the bridge. Water buses will run on both sides of the canal, which will be launched mainly for tourists. Green walkways will be constructed on both sides of the canal.
More than 40,000 tourists are expected to visit the bridge each day.
“It is not only for the safe and reliable communication of east-west of Dhaka, but also for entertainment and to make the area beautiful,” said Ujjal Mallick.
100-foot canals to reduce waterlogging
According to the project documents, the canals on the sides of the expressway will help reduce waterlogging.
Apart from 100-foot canals, the project includes renovation of the Dumni, Boalia, and AD-8 canals. These canals can reduce waterlogging in West Dhaka, including in Nikunja-1, Nikunja-2, Joarsahara, Cantonment, Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, Kalachandpur, Kaola, and Bashundhara residential area.
The project is a revised version of the Excavation and development of 100 feet wide canal on both sides of Kuril-Purbachal Link Road project passed in 2015.
The estimated cost of the project in 2015 was Tk. 5,286.91 crore. Due to the addition of three more canals, roads, bridges, and other components, the cost of the revised project increased to more than Tk.14,000 crore currently.
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What does one need in life? A tin shack barely bigger than the six foot casket one will need to make the journey to meet one's maker. Verily to Allah we shall return....here is one guy's story in Purbachal, Dhaka's newest suburbia....
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I've spent a considerable amount of time in the first half of 2021 building a temporary structure on our plot in Purbachal Sector 18. My experience is that we will see a lot of new developments and construction once the highway is completed.
I constructed a boundary wall and a building and gave the contract to a local contractor who was very honest and did good work. Property prices in Purbachal is on the way up, with prices doubling in the last 2/3 years.
While I was building the temporary structure there were no DESCO power lines in the area, however they are actively working in the area and power lines were on our street by September 2021.
Here are some photos of my project. There's even an ISP in the area, so I've got a decent internet connection, fast enough to have IP CCTV cameras on the site.
Really pleased with how it turned out.
One year on, plants are more mature and some flowers blooming. You can also see the DESCO power lines have been installed.
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I've spent a considerable amount of time in the first half of 2021 building a temporary structure on our plot in Purbachal Sector 18. My experience is that we will see a lot of new developments and construction once the highway is completed.
I constructed a boundary wall and a building and gave the contract to a local contractor who was very honest and did good work. Property prices in Purbachal is on the way up, with prices doubling in the last 2/3 years.
While I was building the temporary structure there were no DESCO power lines in the area, however they are actively working in the area and power lines were on our street by September 2021.
Here are some photos of my project. There's even an ISP in the area, so I've got a decent internet connection, fast enough to have IP CCTV cameras on the site.
Really pleased with how it turned out.
One year on, plants are more mature and some flowers blooming. You can also see the DESCO power lines have been installed.
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How much are these going for?
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These are not apartment or condo residential projects, this SARE project is a commercial property development.
That said, apartment and condo prices in the area depend on square footage and level of appointments and luxury.
2500 sqft old-build apartments in older areas in Banani will cost around 3 crores while there are certain 4000~5000 sqft. newer luxury condos in Gulshan will cost around 8~10 crores. Several of my well-heeled friends recently bought two-story 12000 sqft. bi-level penthouses in Gulshan for around 15~16 crores.
That kind of property in that price level (8~10 crore) is what I described above in another post (which compares well with luxury condos overseas).
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As they say, sky's the limit....but how much space and luxury does one need?
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These are not apartment or condo residential projects, this SARE project is a commercial property development.
That said, apartment and condo prices in the area depend on square footage and level of appointments and luxury.
2500 sqft old-build apartments in older areas in Banani will cost around 3 crores while there are certain 4000~5000 sqft. newer luxury condos in Gulshan will cost around 8~10 crores. Several of my well-heeled friends recently bought two-story 12000 sqft. bi-level penthouses in Gulshan for around 15~16 crores.
That kind of property in that price level (8~10 crore) is what I described above in another post (which compares well with luxury condos overseas).
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As they say, sky's the limit....but how much space and luxury does one need?
Basically, 1.2 million pounds gives you a nice flat in the nicest part of Dhaka.
Very nice.
But I still prefer the peace and tranquility of Sylhet. With a lot of greenery near by.
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Sell now, Real Estate in Bangladesh is taking a nosedive next year as recession looms at home, unless magically Putin stops.
Will be a while before any booming happens. Worldwide GDP growth will be at 3% or under that. In Asia and Bangladesh will be max 5% growth....
