Mithali Konety, Author at blogs-and-articles

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Mithali Konety

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Mithali is a practicing architect with over three years of experience on-site and in collaborative architectural studios. Having worked on commercial and residential projects with plot sizes ranging from 400 - 20,000 sq ft, she has vast technical and practical knowledge, integrated with refined design sensibilities. Combining her passion for writing with industry expertise, her blogs give voice to her unique and insightful perspectives on the AEC (Architecture, Engineering and Construction) sector.

Construction Guide

Vaults and Vaulted Ceilings in Architecture: All You Need to Know

April 7, 2025 | Posted by Mithali Konety

Cathedral ceiling structures are generally elongated curved forms, whose monumentality creates a sense of awe. These curved forms are called vaults and they can also be used in smaller-scale spaces like homes, industries and commercial buildings. Apart from its visual...

Construction Guide

MDF: Meaning, Types, Price, Pros & Cons and Uses in Buildings

April 7, 2025 | Posted by Mithali Konety

In the modern AEC (Architecture, Engineering and Construction) industry, many alternatives to solid wood are being used for various purposes. These alternatives are typically more sustainable and cost-effective while retaining physical characteristics that are similar to solid wood. One such...

Construction Guide

A Comprehensive Guide to Contours and Contour Maps for Construction

April 7, 2025 | Posted by Mithali Konety

Before starting the planning and construction for a project, several maps that depict the site’s characteristics are required to ensure efficient planning. One of these is a contour lines map, which provides valuable information regarding the natural features of a...

Construction Guide

A Comprehensive Guide to Plywood and Plywood Boards in Construction

April 7, 2025 | Posted by Mithali Konety

With advancements in construction technology, many alternatives to natural solid wood have emerged in the last few decades. Apart from lower costs and ease of availability, these substitutes offer many benefits, like increased sustainability, thus enabling diverse applications in the...

News & Trends

Net Zero Energy Buildings (NZEB): What are They and How are They Achieved?

April 7, 2025 | Posted by Mithali Konety

Studies show that buildings utilise around 40% of the energy produced or generated throughout the world. With increasing demand and depleting energy sources, this fact exposes a big issue in the construction industry. However, the design of net zero energy...

Home Design Guide

Why is Burl Wood Trending in Architectural and Interior Design?

April 7, 2025 | Posted by Mithali Konety

In the architectural and interior design industry, many trends make a comeback after several decades, prompted by new technologies or design innovations. One such trend that has witnessed a rebirth in the last couple of years is the use of...

Permits and Legal

LEED Certification for Building Green Homes in India: All You Need to Know

March 28, 2025 | Posted by Mithali Konety

One of the biggest contributors to global pollution is the construction sector. It is becoming increasingly important to lower the adverse effects of construction and shift towards sustainable building practices due to the onset of climate change and global warming....

Construction Guide

Types of Maps in Land Survey: What are They and Why are They Required?

March 28, 2025 | Posted by Mithali Konety

Before any construction project begins, a property survey is generally conducted to produce different types of maps. This crucial step in a project aids the building process by providing accurate data regarding any property and new advancements in technology have...

Home Design Guide

Site Analysis in Architecture- Meaning, Importance, Components and Methods

March 28, 2025 | Posted by Mithali Konety

Architects, builders, project managers and other construction professionals employ several tools and methods that guide the design and execution of building projects. One important tool that dictates the process of architectural design is site analysis. Accepted as a crucial design...

Construction Guide

Portal Frames: Meaning, Components, Types, Pros and Cons

March 28, 2025 | Posted by Mithali Konety

Large-span structures that are lightweight and have fast erection or construction processes are ideal for industrial and commercial spaces. These structures are becoming increasingly popular in modern construction due to the various other benefits that they offer. A portal frame...

Blog written by

Mithali Konety

Vaults and Vaulted Ceilings in Architecture: All You Need to Know

MDF: Meaning, Types, Price, Pros & Cons and Uses in Buildings

A Comprehensive Guide to Contours and Contour Maps for Construction

A Comprehensive Guide to Plywood and Plywood Boards in Construction

Net Zero Energy Buildings (NZEB): What are They and How are They Achieved?

Why is Burl Wood Trending in Architectural and Interior Design?

LEED Certification for Building Green Homes in India: All You Need to Know

Types of Maps in Land Survey: What are They and Why are They Required?

Site Analysis in Architecture- Meaning, Importance, Components and Methods

Portal Frames: Meaning, Components, Types, Pros and Cons

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