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

Recharge Pit for Groundwater Recharge in Homes: A Comprehensive Guide

March 13, 2025 | Posted by Mithali Konety

Water scarcity is a major problem affecting millions of people and places worldwide. The depletion of underground water resources is one of the leading causes of this problem and groundwater harvesting serves as a significant solution. One of the ways...

Home Improvement

Smart Lights: Components, Types and Benefits in Home Maintenance

March 13, 2025 | Posted by Mithali Konety

With advancements in technology and the increased ease of adapting such technology in everyday life, home automation systems are concepts that are quickly gaining popularity in India. A big part of home automation is a smart house lighting system, which...

Construction Guide

What is Earthing? A Guide to its Importance, Types and Design

March 13, 2025 | Posted by Mithali Konety

A building’s electrical system consists of several components that enable the functionality of electrical equipment. Earthing and grounding are two such important components which also ensure the safety of a building and its occupants, thus acting as indispensable aspects of...

Construction Guide

Sandwich Panel: Meaning, Types, Applications and Cost

March 13, 2025 | Posted by Mithali Konety

In modern construction, lightweight structures that can be erected quickly play an important role. Materials that facilitate this kind of construction must have a good strength-to-weight ratio, while cost effectiveness would be another crucial benefit. One material that ticks all...

Construction Guide

Construction Cost in Chennai: Calculation & Factors Affecting it

February 26, 2025 | Posted by Mithali Konety

Offering advanced technological and business hubs, proximity to the coastline, and maritime trading docks, Chennai is a rapidly developing metropolis in Southern India. This growth is driven by large-scale rural-to-urban migration into the city, accompanied by a booming demand for...

Construction Guide

BOQ/ Bill of Quantities in Construction: A Comprehensive Guide

February 25, 2025 | Posted by Mithali Konety

The execution, management and completion of a construction project requires several documents. One of the most important tools of cost planning is a BOQ, which acts as a budgeting tool as well as a reference document for verifying material usage...

Construction Guide

Madras Terrace Roof: What Is It and How to Build It?

February 25, 2025 | Posted by Mithali Konety

Concrete is one of the most widely used materials for making roof slabs across the world. However, its unsustainability raises major questions about its wide usage. A Madras terrace roof is a traditional roofing technique that is known for being...

Home Design Guide

Ensuring Sufficient Cross Ventilation in Homes: Tips and Methods

February 25, 2025 | Posted by Mithali Konety

Sufficient natural lighting and ventilation are basic necessities of any building. Cross ventilation is one of the common terms we come across while discussing air ventilation in homes and it plays an important role in maintaining the wellbeing of occupants...

Home Design Guide

Skylight: Meaning, Types, Benefits and Design Considerations

February 25, 2025 | Posted by Mithali Konety

A skylight is a common component of modern architecture and is widely used in residential, commercial and industrial structures as an efficient way of bringing in natural light. Architects and property owners alike value it for the numerous visual and...

Construction Guide

Stone Flooring: Types, Finishes, Benefits and Limitations

February 18, 2025 | Posted by Mithali Konety

Natural stone is one of the oldest flooring materials. Offering durability, functionality, high strength, and good quality finishes, natural stone tiles are still a very popular flooring option for millions across the world. However, it is important to know the...

Blog written by

Mithali Konety

Recharge Pit for Groundwater Recharge in Homes: A Comprehensive Guide

Smart Lights: Components, Types and Benefits in Home Maintenance

What is Earthing? A Guide to its Importance, Types and Design

Sandwich Panel: Meaning, Types, Applications and Cost

Construction Cost in Chennai: Calculation & Factors Affecting it

BOQ/ Bill of Quantities in Construction: A Comprehensive Guide

Madras Terrace Roof: What Is It and How to Build It?

Ensuring Sufficient Cross Ventilation in Homes: Tips and Methods

Skylight: Meaning, Types, Benefits and Design Considerations

Stone Flooring: Types, Finishes, Benefits and Limitations

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