Focusmind:


It is the signature of every Nigerian architect - High roof and two front pillar - designed houses

This is a joke abi Chief, don't let us sue you Oh. Clients decide alot when it comes some stages like this, so please don't generalize oh.

Focusmind:


My apologies. But you will agree with me that the design is a common Nigerian Architects' signature.

What about flat and contemporary roofs? We miss Skimanski, darlynx, I hope I go the moniker right and other architects that gives modern designs.

I know it will always boils down to clients' choice. The architect should also educate the client on modern designs.

Many replicated designs are out there and one factor I know lead to this is clients negotiating drawings like tomatoes in the market and some architects out of no choice will collect it and won't bother to do a new drawing due to the fee paid and will just amend an old drawing to suit the site likewise many town planners now give drawings out from their archive to a junior staff to reproduce for people a very low cost which people are now opting for likewise.

megacontrol:
You deliver one of the best, if not the best, plastering jobs on display here.
I'm hoping we can sub-contract plastering stage to you in future jobs given our unpleasant experience managing a crew the last time around.

keep it up.

Thanks chief
We are trying to see how we can reduce uses of outside screeding for the purpose of wall (smoothing) in most of our work to save clients some cost. Unless if it’s for another purpose.
Bcs I can see that most screeding now is to correct walls that are not well plastered.

And come to think of it, you hardly see such in old building and there wall finishings are superb.

Here are some pics of our diff site location plastering work.

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bixton:



1.5 plot should do.
2 plot would be better.

2plot 100 by 100 right??

n3xt:


You don’t have to live in Ogun state to apply but you might need to pay tax here because it’s part of the requirement though not compulsory when you’re picking up the form.

The form is N5k. The cost of logistics is N5k (not compulsory if you can handle it yourself).

But I would still have to pay tax at the end of the day even though I don't live there? Is this how it works?

rotecch77:


Thanks chief
We are trying to see how we can reduce uses of outside screeding for the purpose of wall (smoothing) in most of our work to save clients some cost. Unless if it’s for another purpose.
Bcs I can see that most screeding now is to correct walls that are not well plastered.

And come to think of it, you hardly see such in old building and there wall finishings are superb.

Here are some pics of our diff site location plastering work.

Sweet like potato

somehow:


But I would still have to pay tax at the end of the day even though I don't live there? Is this how it works?

I have to find out but most of the people who have this form aren’t living in Nigeria let alone Ogun state and 3 years tax in Ogun state is nothing big.

I specifically asked about it before obtaining the form and I was asked to proceed without worries. In case they ask for it, I’m sure 200k - 300k or thereabout won’t be a big problem.

I can easily take that as cost of fencing or drawing a plan and obtaining approvals for the building.

vickzie:
45k for a duplex with (A.S.E.M), ok o, I rather do it free of charge and have peace of mind than go that low, how much does it cost to print, bind and stamp 4 copies. well....

That's how copy and paste drawings circulate round with bad design cause no Architect will charge you that amount for a four bedroom duplex with seal and stamp with a great design and concept.

n3xt:


Sweet like potato

Thanks chief

Okay sir. How did you/do I get the form?

n3xt:


I have to find out but most of the people who have this form aren’t living in Nigeria let alone Ogun state and 3 years tax in Ogun state is nothing big.

I specifically asked about it before obtaining the form and I was asked to proceed without worries. In case they ask for it, I’m sure 200k - 300k or thereabout won’t be a big problem.

I can easily take that as cost of fencing or drawing a plan and obtaining approvals for the building.

somehow:
Okay sir. How did you/do I get the form?

You can get through me or go to the Conference Room, Ministry of Housing, Ogun state. There are many others here who have done this through me.

abcivilengr:
Have anyone here ever done a cantilever slab of about 2m and also loaded... I need clues on the safety

1.85m or so SAFETY CONSIGN
Take note of all loads acting on it and if there's any partition on such slab it must be account for ..
if a partition is not on the architectural drawing pls assume there's and load the edge of the cantilever because the design maybe review during construction
The detailing aspect is crucial the tension bar should be return by 1.5L of the cantilever span..
Its safe and possible when design properly..

cost wise
If you not really comfortable with it and wall load will be aligned to the edge use upstand beam this will reduce the depth of the slab and other sections because initially u will have a dipper beam section to counter the effect of the cantilever.

n3xt:


You can get through me or go to the Conference Room, Ministry of Housing, Ogun state. There are many others here who have done this through me.

I will chat you up

rotecch77:


Thanks chief
We are trying to see how we can reduce uses of outside screeding for the purpose of wall (smoothing) in most of our work to save clients some cost. Unless if it’s for another purpose.
Bcs I can see that most screeding now is to correct walls that are not well plastered.

And come to think of it, you hardly see such in old building and there wall finishings are superb.

Here are some pics of our diff site location plastering work.

Sincerely, @rotecch77 owe me one build at least.

folmus:


Sincerely, @rotecch77 owe me one build at least.

Amen.
I will be waiting for the call in the nearest future.
Thanks baba

bixton:


1.5 plot should do. 2 plot would be better.

thanks sir

scolexboss77:

thanks sir

You can also have a perfect 5 bedroom on a standard one plot with ample space.

Horlardorjah:



This is a joke abi Chief, don't let us sue you Oh. Clients decide alot when it comes some stages like this, so please don't generalize oh.

Shebi u no see my apologies before?

I know say na clients dey decide.

n3xt:


You can also have a perfect 5 bedroom on a standard one plot with ample space.

Sure.
@amosbliz
The greatest determinant is just the shape of the land. A plot of land could have a great rectangular shape, it can also be badly shaped that it will not contain anything great.

uncleteeh:

Sure.
@amosbliz
The greatest determinant is just the shape of the land. A plot of land could have a great rectangular shape, it can also be badly shaped that it will not contain anything great.

Like this

Focusmind:


Shebi u no see my apologies before?

I know say na clients dey decide.

Lol
Don't mind me jawe Chief, the two columns infuriates me alot too heh. Like can't we do better than this nah

rotecch77:


Like this

This ke? @uncleteeh can tell you we’ve seen far worse on kobocity.com

See this... I have to give kudos to the architect who worked on this plot.

Please how much is the current price of 30 tonnes of filling sharp sand ?

Where exactly in Orlu, please. Any recommendation?

spyder880:
Cement prices in some parts of the east today.

Enugu N2,800
Awka N2,800
Ekwulobia N2,800
Umunze N2,900
Orlu N2,850

My people, I need your opinion as we are in decision stage.

My build is a 4 -bedroom duplex in front (3-bedroom up and 1-bedroom down) and a 3- bedroom duplex at the back (2- bedroom up and 1- bedroom downstairs)

I intend renting out the back for an initial period and would later repurpose it as a daycare/preschool - this would be after some years and after the first tenant may have vacated.

We may likely commence interior works for the buildings once the funds are available and I have been advised to go directly with designing and setting the back build as daycare/preschool immediately instead of putting it for outright renting and coming back later to repurpose it for crèche business, which is the final ultimate goal of the build.

We were told to forget about renting it out if the final intention was to still make it a preschool. My woman has already bought the idea but I told her that school takes time to mature and you may continue to incur costs running it in years to come. I would prefer outright renting for the main time, as the rent may likely fetch a reasonable sums based on the annual rental charge within that estate and neighborhood. Then in years to come, we may consider repurposing it for preschool and crèche uses, respectively.

What do you suggest? Our business minded folks like n3xt, EgunMogaji and other key guys, please what is/are your take on these two options?

Focusmind:
My people, I need your opinion as we are in decision stage.

My build is a 4 -bedroom duplex in front (3-bedroom up and 1-bedroom down) and a 3- bedroom duplex at the back (2- bedroom up and 1- bedroom downstairs)

I intend renting out the back for an initial period and would later repurpose it as a daycare/preschool - this would be after some years and after the first tenant may have vacated.

We may likely commence interior works for the buildings once the funds are available and I have been advised to go directly with designing and setting the back build as daycare/preschool immediately instead of putting it for outright renting and coming back later to repurpose it for crèche business, which is the final ultimate goal of the build.

We were told to forget about renting it out if the final intention was to still make it a preschool. My woman has already bought the idea but I told her that school takes time to mature and you may continue to incur costs running it in years to come. I would prefer outright renting for the main time, as the rent may likely fetch a reasonable sums based on the annual rental charge within that estate and neighborhood. Then in years to come, we may consider repurposing it for preschool and crèche uses, respectively.

What do you suggest? Our business minded folks like n3xt, EgunMogaji and other key guys, please what is/are your take on these two options?

Big Boss!

I hope madam already have a formal training.

If no, let her get started as soon as possible. It takes 6 months.

If yes, proceed to the next step. Commence plans for the crèche, It doesn’t take long time to get the business off ground.

I’d do anything to make my madam happy. This is one of it.

We started ours during the last quarter of 2020 and we already had 2 classes filled. It actually cost us some money but it’s worthwhile cos that what madam love.

Between last October and this moment, we’ve realized what we’d have charged for rental of the property from tuition fees paid.

I’m already considering repurposing the whole house for this project because everyone who visit the school loved it at first sight.

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n3xt:




Tbh, your engineer will have serious issues with your approach to construction.

The information you shared above is incomplete and it seems to me you just want to prove the engineer is insincere at all cost.

If you don’t trust him, get someone else and build your house and stop acting construction police.

So far so good, the guy has not done anything wrong. He has stated his term of engagement and it’s you who can’t meet up.

At this point, I wan off mic.

I wonder if you truly understood my post. I'm shocked at your reasoning on this matter. Everything you wrote up here was just off course.

Firstly, what's my approach to construction?? There are experts on this forum and I've asked for their advice just so that I can have a balanced view.

Secondly, how did you arrive at the conclusion that I just want to prove the engineer is insincere?? Once again check every single post I've made and read to understand before stating your opinion. I mentioned that the drawings were not with me.

Lastly, I haven't said that the engineer has done anything wrong, neither have I said that we can't meet up. I just put up the post to seek expert's advice on the matter, and compare prices. Even you mentioned in one of your post that the owner should get at least 3 quotation and compare prices....how then don't you understand its all about expert's advice and price adjustment??

Pls always vet before you submit. Ensure you have understood before you comment.

segzyfunmi:


I wonder if you truly understood my post. I'm shocked at your reasoning on this matter. Everything you wrote up here was just off course.

Firstly, what's my approach to construction?? There are experts on this forum and I've asked for their advice just so that I can have a balanced view.

Secondly, how did you arrive at the conclusion that I just want to prove the engineer is insincere?? Once again check every single post I've made and read to understand before stating your opinion. I mentioned that the drawings were not with me.

Lastly, I haven't said that the engineer has done anything wrong, neither have I said that we can't meet up. I just put up the post to seek expert's advice on the matter, and compare prices. Even you mentioned in one of your post that the owner should get at least 3 quotation and compare prices....how then don't you understand its all about expert's advice and price adjustment??

Pls always vet before you submit. Ensure you have understood before you comment.

Sorry sir I misunderstood you. I hope you find answers to your questions.

Happy Building!


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Just so you know it sir, no builder has x-ray vision to determine cost of a building without a building plan/dimension or sketch. It just doesn’t make any sense!

That’s the thing you’re doing wrong.

rotecch77:


Thanks chief
We are trying to see how we can reduce uses of outside screeding for the purpose of wall (smoothing) in most of our work to save clients some cost. Unless if it’s for another purpose.
Bcs I can see that most screeding now is to correct walls that are not well plastered.

And come to think of it, you hardly see such in old building and there wall finishings are superb.

Here are some pics of our diff site location plastering work.

This would be very helpful to manage funds