Now that one has embarked on the journey of renovating the house, it is time to set some priorities right. Understanding that one doesn’t have to be limited to one option in terms of refurnishing the interior décor, there are innovative entrants that offer unmatched ease. Home owners often forget to realize that fenestration solutions form a vital part in breathing new life to the interior space. While choosing elements to refurnish the look of the home, it is essential to choose doors which have the capability to create an abode that pleases the eye. Gone are the days for traditional doors and windows; the new-age materials like uPVC and Aluminium options are there to take home renovation ambitions a notch higher. While you add those pop of colors to the walls and complement them with lava lamps and multicolored rugs, you often forget to realize that those require the...

Alupure, a renowned German brand of window and door systems, and known for its innovative designs, top performance and colour range introduced “Grande” – The big aluminium casement door, which is a fusion of style, strength, durability and versatility that is perfect for any home. The launch took place on 1st December 2022 at ZAK Doors and Windows Expo 2022, New Delhi. Since its launch in 2017, AluPure is well-known for its affordable yet top-performance and quality-oriented German brand. AluPure has already established itself as one of the top aluminium window and door brands with over 100 channel partners pan India, who are trained as per European fabrication guidelines and well equipped with the most advanced fabrication facility. The new system “Grande” was launched by Dr. Peter Mrosik, Owner and CEO of profine GmbH – a global leader of uPVC window and door systems. The launch witnessed a good number...

Lingel Windows, a German-based brand with over six decades of fenestration expertise, launches multiple fenestration products for its customers at ACETECH, Delhi. Lingel Window set foot in India in 2006 and has since catered to the demands of its retail customers. All the fenestration products will help enhance the wow factor that Lingel can provide. Some of the newly launched products are the motorised skylight, roof window, roof French balcony cabrio door, new handle selection, and new powder coating finish.  Dr. h.c Mario Schmidt, Managing Director, was elated with the response he has received since the launch. "The idea to launch multiple products at Acetech was to give a large number of prospective customers and channel partners a taste of new fenestration trends. Most of these products are highly in demand in European countries. Bringing in these highly premium products will give architects and interior designers more options for their...

Façade as per layman’s term shall be the exterior of a building, even if it is not built with bricks and mortar then too forms the face of the building. The façade is the first thing people notice when they enter any building premise. India, as a developing country, has started understanding the importance of façade inspections, and indeed, it is the need of the hour. International companies are acting as a catalyst to this process of pushing Inspection as a necessary mandate for every project under the ‘facility management’ vertical. [caption id="attachment_49948" align="alignleft" width="217"] Inappropriate termination of façade: Termination must not allow the structural members to be exposed, & must be water-tight, picture shows poor installation or closure detail[/caption] Irrespective of the functionality of the building - be it a commercial building, educational, institutional, healthcare or recreational, its external condition counts. Also, every building is different depending on its...

Why Aluminium Windows and Doors are the Best Choices for Your Home? Aluminium has increasingly become the popular choice for windows over the years. People often choose aluminium windows and doors to upgrade their old homes or construct new ones. Aluminium doors and windows are extremely sleek, elegant, and yet offer immense sturdy properties to your structure. If you want to employ modern architecture in your living space, then Aluminium metal is the most perfect option for you. Aluminium windows and doors are pliable and hold high tensile strength, making them a great option for customising your interiors. ALUMINIUM SLIDING DOOR Aluminium sliding door tracks are in vogue due to their high reliability, strength, durability, and low maintenance. They can be the perfect expression of your sense of fashion, style, and individuality. You can install Aluminium doors in balconies or office cabins and are a perfect fit for both domestic...

A great place to start if you plan to rent your apartment and want to offer peace of mind to your future tenants. As a renter, you're probably not looking for unwanted attention from burglars. Fortunately, you can implement several security measures in your unit to help prevent this from happening. Remember to consider the importance of good lighting. Light is crucial for your apartment's security. Burglars are generally less likely to break into an apartment in the middle of the day when most people are at work. The first line of defence is to ensure your apartment is well-lit. If you live in a smaller, less-visible building, you can install bright exterior lights to supplement interior lighting. You can also install motion sensors near the door that activate your lights. Install deadbolts Deadbolts are particularly important for renters in high-density buildings, where you may have several units on a...

Piramal Aranya is situated in a very propitious location, right next to the Veer Jijamata Udyan and with proximity to the eastern waterfronts. The Aranya towers are perceived as very elegant, tall and sleek structures. They will redefine expectations of living within the centre of Mumbai. Connections with the city are enhanced with incredible unobstructed views of the entire Mumbai peninsula, making sure the architecture isn’t a barrier to connecting with the city. ‘Columns’ are swapped for blade walls and the windows are maximised to the full width of the living and bedroom accommodation. Full-height corner windows have also been incorporated into the design for some of the apartments providing a panoramic view of the exteriors. Full-width glazing of the façades maximises daylight with operable sliding window systems for ventilation. For curtain walls, openable windows have been provided as per the CFO requirement. This has been done without sacrificing the...

In an interesting interaction with Karan Shah Founder & Partner, PEGO Hardware sharing about their journey and milestones, their product range and architectural hardware industry at large in India. What lead to the origin of the brand PEGO? [caption id="attachment_49416" align="alignleft" width="300"] Fenestration Hardware of high durability[/caption] The organisation has always worked very closely with window manufacturers. In 2007 I happened to visit the fenestration exhibition ZAK and I realised that there was a tremendous vacuum in the architectural hardware availability in India. The fenestration industry in India was also taking off at that time with demand being there for architectural hardware solutions. It made me dig deep into this and that lead to the origin of PEGO in 2008. With initial years spent in aluminium hardware, the organization slowly ventured into uPVC Door & Window Hardware in 2012 and started adding more products to its portfolio. And then the...

Architectural hardware has become an important aspect of design - be it façades, doors, or windows. With the entry of international systems, equipment and hardware firms, the Indian architectural hardware for façade and fenestration has also evolved over the years. Technology and its use have increased many folds giving precision to products with quality and sustenance. Along with the use of technology, design has also evolved over the years. Gone are the days of tinted glasses and bulky hardware to hold them. The trend for buildings is towards more transparency over the past few decades. This story covers the latest trends in architectural hardware, important aspects to consider while choosing architectural hardware, standardisation of window and door hardware systems, key safety parameters to look for while specifying hardware, and quality vs. the cost of architectural hardware. We spoke to many architects and façade consultants regarding these topics. Here are their...

In the last century, in addition to the contributions of chemistry to our lives, the changes in the world markets after Covid changed both the preferences of the producers and the preferences of the consumers. This change of preference causes people to question traditional value judgments in their minds, rather than seeking only material benefits. This change will only enable companies that can sense this change to survive. This applies not only to companies that manufacture accessories but also to window manufacturers that use them. It should be competitive by focusing on quality and correct accessories in the face of increasing costs falling on window manufacturers and conscious consumers. [caption id="attachment_49294" align="alignleft" width="200"] Almost all companies with high technology and high brand recognition have started to produce their handle arms from aluminium[/caption] For this, we will first need to change our traditional value judgments, question the wrongs here by putting...

Windows in our houses allow natural light to enter, which enhances our interiors and adds much-needed freshness to the environment. Furthermore, windows play a far more vital function in setting the ambience and design of the space as well as providing guests with a favourable first impression. Also, staring out the window may be as relaxing and rejuvenating as strolling through a park, and a magnificent view adds to the aesthetic worth of the property. As a result, windows are the building's source of relaxation and elegance, and a home without them is like a man without a heart. Benefits of Aluminium: Endurance: Aluminium is a durable and corrosion-resistant material. Because it is extremely durable, it is widely used for fittings in adverse weather conditions. Aluminium windows retain their beauty and performance during their lifespan. Whether you live in a rainy or dry climate, aluminium is the greatest weather-proof material....

The exterior finish layer known as cladding is put in place to cover support structures and/or exterior walls. This finish layer has various advantages, including aesthetic enhancement, improved thermal and environmental performance, and protection from unfavourable outside factors. Numerous cladding system choices are currently offered on the market to make improvements in building technology and building materials. There is a wide variety of materials, and each has advantages and disadvantages. Your choice of building cladding depends on a wide range of elements, including the building's size, construction, function, budget, and location. But safety must come first and foremost. This cover story presents the views and opinions of subject-matter specialists on the topic of cladding. We asked them a few questions about their preferred cladding materials, norms and regulations, cladding for green buildings, and other topics. [caption id="attachment_49156" align="alignright" width="113"] Kaman Wong Senior Façade Engineer (UK), AESG[/caption] Trends in Exterior Wall...

The façade of a building is one of its most vulnerable components, particularly in the event of a fire. Aesthetics, cost, energy efficiency, materials, sustainability, and other factors have gotten in the way of considering fire safety precautions. With the relentless growth of high-rise structures, the situation has become more complicated, posing a larger fire hazard. Furthermore, developing tall structures requires a focus on fire safety. In high-rise structures, fenestration and façade design should work together to prevent fire propagation to other portions of the structure through the external flammable cladding. Fire safety design can aid in limiting the spread of a fire as well as limiting smoke and property damage. It also means that buildings are safer for all users. [caption id="attachment_48909" align="alignleft" width="113"] Shabbir Kanchwala Senior Vice President K Raheja Corp[/caption] The story discusses a few common causes of building fire, façade/ fenestration materials’ reactions to fire, parameters...

What are the common causes of building fires?The common causes of building fires are:Electrical - Improper or faulty wiring, equipment overload, faulty lighting, etc.Cooking equipment – LPG leak, equipment overheating, etc.SmokingLightning (very rare)Please throw some light on various façade/fenestration materials’ reactions to fire?High resistance to fire/Non combustible - Stone (like granites and marbles), clay/terracotta, interlayered toughened fire glass, etc.No resistance to fire / combustible materials – Like untreated wood or wood dust productsFire-resistant materials like brick, fire rated Gypsum wallboard, concrete, etc.Ignition resistant materials like high pressure laminate (HPL), specially treated wood, PVC core ACP, etc.It is important to note here that greater danger is not from the fire itself, but also from the smoke and toxic fumes in event of a fire.[caption id="attachment_48766" align="alignnone" width="774"] Reliance Life Sciences Centre, Navi Mumbai Fire safety features: Use of fire-resistant granite in cladding[/caption]What are the parameters which define the performance of a...

AIS Glyde is the only zero threshold, lift and slide Aluminium door system available and made in India with technical expertise from Savio, Italy. It is India’s first and only state-of the-art lift & slide door system, which features advanced technology that enables frames as high as 4m# , weighing up to 400 kg, with up to 20% wider vistas. (Available only in select combinations. Frame height is round up of 3.95m.) [caption id="attachment_48505" align="alignleft" width="300"] AIS Glyde – sleek. smooth. spectacular[/caption] AIS Glyde is the result of a collaboration between two industry leaders. Designed from the inside out, its innovative technology enables the frames to be almost invisible, especially when paired with a wide range of glass solutions by AIS. This is what enables superb, seamless installations. AIS Glyde incorporates not just one technology, but several unique systems to enable flexibility, wider spans, heavier panes, and smaller individual components....

Lingel Windows, a German brand, best known for its innovative products and use of technology is expanding its retail presence in Pan India through its channel partners. The Brand is already having its retail presence in all major and 2-tier cities. Lingel has recently signed up with Channel partners in Alwar, Amritsar, Dibrugarh, Kolhapur, Palanpur, Jaipur, Rudrapur, Rewari, and Nepal. These channel partners will be catering to the ever-growing demand for superior quality customised solutions which Lingel provides from its sole manufacturing unit in Bhiwadi. Dr. h.c. Mario Schmidt, recently inaugurated the newest showroom at Meerut and on the occasion mentioned, “In our endeavour to grow and make our products available to our valuable customer it was essential to build our retails presence more strongly now. We thank all our channel partners and customers for trusting us. All our new channel partner experience centres will have state-ofthe-art products that will...