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nextstep:
Thanks! I wonder how well it holds up to show
and sandal traffic compared to tiles. Will take a look

It holds well and can be polished/resurfaced when it appears dull.

nextstep:
Pls where did you get this flooring? What's it called and how much is it (per sq ft/meter).
Does it hold up well to foot traffic? I've been looking for alternatives to tiles for a project... Thanks

It's called Laminated or Parquet Floor. It's sold at 5.5k per carton and there's 1.9m² in each carton. Sourced locally at Amu Market, Mushin

befto:
Nothing new here Oga Maverick.
It's the hidden agenda that causes all this chaos.
You do a job. I supply materials. How hard can it be?
It just seems like a client supplying materials is such a big deal when it should infact be good news for the contractor (unless she/he is planning on scheming things off the side).

They will tell you it is cheaper for them to supply materials and they are doing you a favour by doing so. Who asked for such favour? This is supposed to be a simple business transaction.

Next time I go into work I will tell my Oga that I will supply the SAN/network/CRM solution. Just pay me all the money upfront...

Interesting! Life is easier when a simple gentleman agreement on contract can be honored.

A good contractor should bore the risk for all jobs done on site. Not the owner. So he has the right to choose what works for him. Likewise, the owner has the exclusive right to choose a contractor that can deliver a good job at his terms and conditions.

Owners have the right to supply all their materials provided scope of work clearly identify the responsibilities of the contractors and subtrades.

Here's the area I get confused. Why should the contractor provide an estimate for materials he's not providing? Aren't the quantity surveyor to handle such? Providing estimate for materials you're not supplying is a recipe for disaster because when things goes wrong, the contractor will have to take responsibility except he's lucky to have a compassionate client to work with.

For me, I like roles defined and responsibilities clearly spelt out from the very beginning. We don't have to do all jobs. The day lafolabi steps into the project, he has accepted the responsibility to make good all works done by the subtrades. Isn't that a decision that needs to be carefully addressed? Which I believe he did.

Till date, there's no one who can claim I rejected his/her offer to supply materials. We just need to be upfront and clear about who does what and who warrants what.

Oga Befto, I agree with you that there shouldn't be a problem with owner supplying materials. But to avoid conflict, it's far better you allow the tailor who measured you to buy the clothing materials and sew your clothe.

I had this experience with Wichtech in one of my project. They measured the house, gave the estimate and I paid them only for the installers to come back and tell me there's need for extra 30m. My response was "When are you finishing my work"

End of Day 10 | What was achieved.

1. Sandfilling now up to 60% completion.

2. Block production advances with additional 504 produced.

3. Boarding of fence columns ongoing.

Breaking Down The Process | NextHome 2016 SOP (Standard Operating Procedures)

It's high time we build the team. We already have a working process that we’re working with. Empowering our team with the knowledge, process, and guidelines to continue on with what the director/owner of NextHome has built so far will allow us to expand the empire.

Now, is the time I remove myself from the machine. Automate the process, transfer knowledge and create set rules to be followed by team members.

The idea is to gradually replace Brabus in the business through delegation and strict compliance.

Different Approach | Different Result

___________________________
^{Pics: A sneak peak into our operating procedures. When we build your home, you're also actively involved.}

Updating NextHome H52 | The NEXT Direction.

A December 2015 project. Follow us here.

babalose:
WOW ME....

Materials for cladding.

We're not new to this! We always step up our game.

We're not new to this! We always step up our game.

NextHome unveils "cutting-edge" uniform for 2016

A builder that is constantly evolving we are.

NextHome unveils "cutting-edge" uniform for 2016

A builder that is constantly evolving we are.

Thank you Sir Olumide4Christ.

End of Day 9 | What was achieved

1. Sand filling commenced and we are 30% gone already. Our sand, our truck and our people did the magic at irresistible cost to the owner. How better can it get if you're getting sharp sand to sandfill your foundation at half the cost of laterite or Epe filling. At NextHome, everyone is a winner!
2. Block production advancing further with additional 504 blocks produced.
3. Fence wall going up to 8 coaches now
4. Lagos State Material Testing Lab guys came visiting. They came, they saw and they left.

babalose:
WOW ME....

#ijoba

karleone:
Hello Sir,
I've followed most of your construction works and have come to notice that your foundations are mostly raft even when the soil (human eyes) seems stable. Why is it so?

Interesting Question!

COST and QUALITY are the major reasons. If a raft foundation for a 2 bed block of flat should cost me 2.4m (profit inclusive), why should I be comfortable spending 2.1m on Strip Foundation?

The same thing applies to Sand Filling. I'm using sharp sand to fill the foundation because it's cheaper for me and has low PI which mitigate expansive soil.

Shape of things to come | Seascape Villa

Sometimes, all you need to say is "WOW me!"

@euromillion, Oluwa Champion is here. https://www.nairaland.com/amalone

End of Day 8 | What was achieved

1. Forms are off. It is really cool to have a good visual of the finished foundation walls in relation to the land and views. The concrete walls poured look great.
2. Block work advancing further with additional 530 blocks produced.
3. More fence coping form prepared.
4. Fence wall going up.

@Spyder880, One day you go build for Buhari in Daura. Impressive cost so far!

A septic tank in the basement

A different type of solution for a terrain like this. Sturdy reinforcement.

Seascape Villa by NextHome | Ground Beam Poured.

Hotel Design Request

A client is in need of design for a 10 room guest house on a plot of land. The design (one floor) must be contemporary and have the following features:

1. It must have intimate and social zone. Lobby and Lounge/TV-viewing center.
2. Extravagant entrance
3. Spacious rooms with spa-like bathroom. Open bath or use of glass partition won't be a bad idea.
4. Outdoor bar
5. Kitchen and Laundry

Parking space not a priority as there's another plot for parking and proposed event center.

Hotel Design Request

A client is in need of design for a 10 room guest house on a plot of land. The design (one floor) must be contemporary and have the following features:

1. It must have intimate and social zone. Lobby and Lounge/TV-viewing center.
2. Extravagant entrance
3. Spacious rooms with spa-like bathroom. Open bath or use of glass partition won't be a bad idea.
4. Outdoor bar
5. Kitchen and Laundry

Parking space not a priority as there's another plot for parking and proposed event center.

Happening Now! Forms are being removed and men are getting ready for the backfilling and infill of the foundation.

I cannot guarantee another update today as we are going to pour the ground beams at the Seascape Villa today.

peaceland:
Sir,
sorry been away,
Good that you did this, as I stated earlier I know its a construction site but this is an international forum you never know where you will be tomorrow so best practices where possible.
Well done sir and I wish you the very best, may you successfully disappoint those who have written you off, may The Good Lord direct your spirit to all round excellence. Amen

Hmm! "Whose report will you believe? Report of Men or that of God. I believe God's report and it has never failed me.

Just as those with greatest unbelieve asked "Can anything good come out of Nazareth?" Now, like Phillips, I'm saying "Come and See"

Here's a shocker to all "I pray God should reward me a billion times the same way I handle ALL my clients job."

Don't be surprised when the result of this simple prayer begin to manifest. Just help me say "Amen"

Happening Now at the Atlantic View

1. Preparatory work for 2 septic tank. Reinforcement work and formwork are being prepared.
2. Blocks for the fence work now been delivered.
3. We factored in a column at every 3m interval on this fence and as a result the iron bender has produced 23 columns for the fence.
4. Pent/Roof slab formwork underway

Upcoming! Pouring Seascape Villa.

End of Day 7 | What was achieved

1. Foundation walls poured
2. Block work advancing further with additional 529 blocks produced.
3. Fence coping form prepared, reinforcing rods welded and concrete poured.
4. 4 loads of sharp filling sand delivered. Looks like we're ready for the next BIG thing.