We're Building Again!

Once again, we are proud to announce we are building a house! This time ~ it is a multi-family home (4 bedroom semi-detached duplex)

Project Detail

Main Contractor/Builder: NextHome Builders
Design/Architecture: MastersTouch Studios

When we began our small construction business, we had no idea just how much it would grow over the next decade. Through continued education in the construction industry, a phenomenal team and the support of family and friends (especially Nairalanders), we have moved on!

By laying a foundation of trust and building a relationship with our clients, we have created a business with many repeat customers and referrals. We are proud of our accomplishments and treat each and every home as if it were our own.

If you are in need of a home design and
Construction project that will exceed your expectations and a company that will focus on you, we would love to welcome you to our family!

- NextHome Builders

Pics: As built pics

3D Rendering from MTS

The Land

Setting Out

Today officially mark the commencement of construction activities at the site after we've tidied up approvals and other issues with the Estate Management.

Earlier today, we setup the position of the building to be constructed and confirm the setback/clearances of the building to the boundary lines.

Where is the land located?

What is the estimated cost?

oakhill: Where is the land located?

What is the estimated cost?

The land is located at Diamond Estate, along NTDA road, Sangotedo, Lekki/Epe Expressway, Lagos.

From the Construction Site

Formwork

Today's Weather according to Yahoo!

Building up the excitement!

As expected, construction site generates a lot of curiosity. Neighbors, friends and estate managers want to know about the new house coming up on the street, we too wanted to promote our business with appealing construction site signage.

Hello Brabus,

Excellent designs you have there...

I have a plot of land at Ibeju Lekki in Lagos state. Am hoping to build a medium standard 4 units of 3 bedroom flats (2 up and 2 down)this year. As advised, by the land sellers, I will need to do a raft foundation. The land measures 675sqm, I am looking to maximise space without compromising comfort.

N:B I am not so conversant with building projects

I do need your honest inputs on the following:

1. Typical architect fees (i.e for architectural and structural designs?)
2. Typical fees for a solid raft foundation (including list of materials needed)
3. Do's and don'ts
4. A general sum of what you think the project might cost me, i.e. from foundation to roofing and finishing.

I am trying to avoid dishonest contractors who are willing to take advantage of me.

I will definitely appreciate your prompt reply soonest.

Many thanks

Limitless_13: Hello Brabus,

Excellent designs you have there...

I have a plot of land at Ibeju Lekki in Lagos state. Am hoping to build a medium standard 4 units of 3 bedroom flats (2 up and 2 down)this year. As advised, by the land sellers, I will need to do a raft foundation. The land measures 675sqm, I am looking to maximise space without compromising comfort.

N:B I am not so conversant with building projects

I do need your honest inputs on the following:

1. Typical architect fees (i.e for architectural and structural designs?)
2. Typical fees for a solid raft foundation (including list of materials needed)
3. Do's and don'ts
4. A general sum of what you think the project might cost me, i.e. from foundation to roofing and finishing.

I am trying to avoid dishonest contractors who are willing to take advantage of me.

I will definitely appreciate your prompt reply soonest.

Many thanks

Thanks for your time on this thread and we sincerely appreciate your call.


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Typical Cost of Architectural Drawing

A typical architectural drawing should for the proposed design should be around N120,000 - N150,000

You can speak to our guys at MastersTouch Studio (Phillips - 08024282676)
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Cost of Raft Foundation

I'll need your drawings (Structural and Architectural). A physical assessment of the site would also be required.

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Do's

1. Do it right the first time! Take note of the things that's should be quality upfront.

Don'ts

1. Do not assume! Speak to the professionals.

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Project Cost (Guess-timate)

A typical block of flat in Awoyaya area cost around N18,000,000 (Basic Finish).

Today in picture

Reinforcement

Hello Sir,

Is this a plot of land?

Thanks

Waiting for more lessons.

Hello Sir,

is this a plot of land?

Thanks

jumeks: Hello Sir,

is this a plot of land?

Thanks

Yes it is a plot of land measuring 21 x 28m.

Ready for casting!

We've completed the assembly of the reinforcement which was done on top of the Formwork and it has been lowered into its final position inside the Formwork.

Due to the pressure of the concrete, the carpenters are bracing the formwork in order to prevent opening of the formwork.

On Monday 4th, we'll be doing the rough-in pipe works and conducting final checks/inspection.


No picture update today.

You have been bookmarked, don't fall my hand...hoping to learn from your journey!

Now the day is OVER!

We're cleared for casting. 600 bags of Cement (Dangote) were delivered today for this project. The plumber has also completed the rough-in works

Final checks and inspection has been concluded. We'll be casting the ground beam tomorrow.

What We Achieved In 8 days

Re-branding NextHome

The current economic climate is tough for many businesses in the construction industry. Achieving growth and acquiring new business opportunities is increasingly challenging, as the industry is becoming more competitive. In order to stand out, we thought it right to focus on our brand and remind prospects and clients why we're ‘the right man for the job.’

I like the touch of professionalism with the coveralls and safety gears, well done.
Question 1: if the land is 21m x 28m, what is the size of the proposed building in m x m?
Question 2: what is the budget to complete for this structure?
Question 3: what is plumbing rough-in works? Is it akin to raft or required for strip too or unrelated to foundations?

Jamesqu: I like the touch of professionalism with the coveralls and safety gears, well done.
Question 1: if the land is 21m x 28m, what is the size of the proposed building in m x m?
Question 2: what is the budget to complete for this structure?
Question 3: what is plumbing rough-in works? Is it akin to raft or required for strip too or unrelated to foundations?

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Size of the proposed building

The built-up area is occupying 17 x 17.2m. We had to scale down the house to meet statutory limit.
We have 6m setback to the drainage in the front, 3m to the back, 6.2m to the building on the right and 5.3m to the building on the left.

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Contract Sum/Expected Completion Date

The contract sum for this project is N16m (Foundation - Roofing). And the expected completion date is May 1st, 2013.

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Rough-in Plumbing

The rough-in plumbing work is akin to raft when you decide to go conduit. It is the installation of water/waste/vent prior to the concreting or closure of walls.

brabus: Now the day is OVER!

We're cleared for casting. 600 bags of Cement (Dangote) were delivered today for this project. The plumber has also completed the rough-in works

Final checks and inspection has been concluded. We'll be casting the ground beam tomorrow.

Hi Brabus, is the 600 bags of cement just for casting of the founddation or for building the whole house? Thanks in advance for your reply.

Demain_man:

Hi Brabus, is the 600 bags of cement just for casting of the founddation or for building the whole house? Thanks in advance for your reply.

It's for the whole project. We'll get more as the need arises.

Happening Now!

brabus:

It's for the whole project. We'll get more as the need arises.

Another question please, How many bags of cement would you estimate for a 6-rooms duplex? Just a very rough estimate will do.

Is this another way of achieving the parapet at a lesser cost? Check out the arrows

Demain_man:

Another question please, How many bags of cement would you estimate for a 6-rooms duplex? Just a very rough estimate will do.

700 bags of cement will do the shell.