The Reserve at Agungi - Block Work Day 1

brabus:


Personally, I think foundation is the most important part of a home. However, in order for a properly designed foundation to last a lifetime, it must be placed on solid ground and well treated. This isn’t a new idea but we don't always do it right all the time.

The Gospel of Surface Treatment according to Brabus

Many builders/contractors use filling sand - so what is the big deal? Nothing really but here are the facts for the enquiry mind.

1. Once soil is removed from its origins nal location, it tends to increase in volume because there is less pressure holding the soil particles together.

2. When the filling soil are placed in a foundation as backfill/infill, it is still in a loose state and unless additional steps are taken during the filling operation, it will take a very long time for the soil to compact itself naturally.

That’s fine, if your house isn’t sitting on top of it. It's okay if you aren't building on the sand filled foundation until the end of another rainy season. But if your foundation is going to be sitting/resting on loose/uncompacted soil, then there is likely to be settlement in the fill area producing differential movement in your foundation.

The good news is that this post construction settlement of the soil can be overcome by ponding/compacting the soil while it is being placed.
Having water in the sand filled foundation helps the sand to slide together closely.

Now, how much of water is enough? You don't need too much or too little water to get a well compacted soil. You just need little water to most the soil at layers to achieve good compaction. Too much of water will not give you any good result. Think of sand on a mattress, little water will bring them together. Too much water will on take them apart.

What else?

* Damp Proofing
* Application of anti rust paint on the foundation reinforcement/removal of fill soils from around the foundation pillars. Very important but often ignored.
* Levelling
* Compacting of the soil

Hope my answer is not too disappointing.

Wow. Very educative response. Thanks.
However, I have never seen or heard of anyone painting the reinforcements. As an engineer, I know that just painting the reinforcement is not enough; one would have to do some abrasion job i.e remove the rust on the reinforcement before painting, otherwise, the rusting process will continue under the paint given the right condition. I think proper concreting will starve the just of oxygen/and water which are essential requirements for rust. I stand to be corrected though.

brabus:

Marine Plywood. To achieve smooth finish and lower build cost without compromising on quality.

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I have always loved marine boards for formwork and slab works.

cleric:
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The Reserve at Agungi - Block Work Day 3

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Another Week ended with so much progress at The Reserve in Agungi

The Reserve

The foundation is so high. The window so wide.

brabus:
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mr brabus pls I noticed its like you tied the upper part of your column reinforcement together pls why is this so.pls can u explain the purpose

joshua112:


mr brabus pls I noticed its like you tied the upper part of your column reinforcement together pls why is this so.pls can u explain the purpose

It's the lintel. The horizontal structural member placed on across an opening.

Based on the design of the windows (4.5m wide), we designed a chained lintel to adequately support the imposed load and the span. Otherwise, the structural member over the openings may sag/deflect if found inadequate.

The Reserve - all shaping up for the concrete pour.

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Reinforcement Detailing at The Reserve in Agungi

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The Reserve in Agungi by NextHome Builders.

The Reserve in Agungi - LOVELY OFF PLAN TERRACE DUPLEX FOR SALE IN AGUNGI

PRICE: N40m

Why buy this property

1. Superb off plan design
2. Large compound with ample parking space.
3. Designed to capitalise on scenery
4. Close to VI
5. Good transport links to Lekki Expressway

The Reserve Advantage

Only 750 metres away from the Lekki beachfront, this apartment, a couple minutes of walking in the sun brings you to the waves swaying across the coast where you can watch people go about their business in peace with the sea wind calling you gently. There are also several local seafood restaurants that are popular with the locals that you will want to try out. More interesting, The Reserve is 3 minutes walk away from the New Shoprite at Osapa Mall. All basic amenities are local, meaning you can reach the supermarket/mall and other such buildings by foot rather than by car.

For investors, these apartments are an excellent choice as there is very good rental potential in this region, and Agungi is a year-round village rather than a location that closes down during the holidays. These apartments are exactly what you need if you’re looking for a brand new home in a luxury location.

Enquire about this property. Call +2348023429122 (Bosun) for an inspection today.

The Reserve by NextHome

Investing in The Reserve - A WIN-win for a Buy-To-Let Investor.

Buy-to-let looks an attractive income investment in a time of low rates and stock market volatility.
However, if you are considering investing in property - or improving your returns on a buy-to-let investment - it's important to do things right.

Here are few tips from Brabus to help you make an informed decision.


1. Research the market

If you are new to buy-to-let, it is worthwhile to research the market. What do you know about the market? Do you know the risks, as well as the benefits. Is buy-to-let the investment you want? Can your money perform better elsewhere?
Property investing has paid off handsomely for many people, both in terms of income and capital gains but it is essential that you go into it with your eyes wide open, acknowledging the potential advantages and disadvantages.
The more knowledge you have and research you do, the better the chance of your investment paying off.

2. Choose a promising area
Promising does not mean most expensive or the cheapest. This is where many investor got it wrong! Promising means a place where people would like to live and this can be for a variety of reasons. I hate to hear stories like "5 minutes drive away from proposed XYZ", permanent site of ABC.... Blah, blah, blah. I believe in reality.
Once again, research your market. Where in your town has a special appeal? How good is the transportation? Are there good schools for young families or are all they proposed additions?
You need to match the kind of property you can afford and want to buy with locations that people who would want to live in those homes would choose. These might sound simplistic but they are the most important aspect of a successful buy-to-let investment.

In Lagos, for instance, it's fair for people to invest in property close to where they work.

3. Do the maths

Before you think about looking around properties sit down with a pen and paper and write down the cost of houses you are looking at and the rent you are likely to get. Even when you have luxury of funds to throw away, pls make sure you handle the investment as if you're getting a mortgage.

More tips coming soon.

The Reserve by NextHome - Pouring the Slab

At NextHome we understand that a home is much more than just a “project”. Your custom home is an investment – of time, creativity, emotion, energy and money.

That’s why we involve our clients in every step of the design-build process – from assessing goals and alternative solutions, to deciding on the optimal design and choice of materials, to the final completion of construction.

At NextHome, we stand by our work. Request a visitation to any of our projects today. Call 0700NEXTHOME or 08023429122

K-024 - Our Newest Build in Cooperative Villas, Badore.

It’s a combination of people and process that we call the “NextHome Advantage”. And we apply it to each and every project we undertake, whether it is a custom home, a full-scale renovation or a modest fit-out.

Watch us build our first contemporary luxury living house in one of the most sought estate in Lagos. Pre-works underway.

Still in December! Akoka Mixed-Use Development

We are presently finalizing the paper works.

Ongoing

Another Slab Completed. To God be the glory!