Safe Buildings

Third official report calls for evacuation of Kochi army tower residents; authorities await fourth

February 24, 2024

Third official report calls for evacuation of Kochi army tower residents; authorities await fourth

The CKAT towers built by the Army Welfare Housing Organisation (AWHO) were bought by over 260 families of serving or retired army personnel.

February 12, 2024
Falling concrete, taped granites: Army people’s Kochi flats crumble by the day

Army Welfare Housing Organisation promises restoration.
October 06, 2023
Top Kerala builder calls to bring back good old bio-fences

'Kerala’s compound walls are unparalleled in the world and together they are an astonishing 5,000 km long.'
October 28, 2020
Fatal fall | Man plunges to death after stepping over uncovered hole

The hole was often shut using a plywood piece, but the tragedy occurred as the cover was misplaced.
March 18, 2020
Here are some tips for house design to beat the summer heat

The sun rays during mid-day to evening appear from the South and West sides. So, shade from trees planted in these directions can provide a protective barricade.
January 04, 2020
This house on top of a commercial building in Kondotty is the talk of the town

It wasn’t very easy building a house on the terrace of another building.
November 08, 2019
New building materials to keep construction costs low

Here are a few low-cost building materials for house construction, which never compromise on quality and strength.

April 22, 2019
A mesmerizing Kerala house amid lush greenery

Living and dining areas, kitchen and four bedrooms are brilliantly arranged in this beautiful house which has an area of 2755 sq ft.