Uploaded on 2017-05-31 by Adnya Naik

This Images is captured on the site for one of my projects in the Kharghar area of New Mumbai. The image depicts expansive use of concrete & steel for on-going rehabilitation schemes. Construction Approach Majority of projects are still being constructed using the conventional methods. Variety of materials have been used in different building systems with traditional and modern construction methods, but only few of them (extruded clay bricks, hollow concrete blocks) have successfully been implemented in low-cost housing projects. Conventional materials (e.g. cement, steel, concrete) in low-cost houses constitute up to 98% of the materials used. Non-conventional materials (polymers, composites, recycled) have been left aside despite better thermal and condensation characteristics for local conditions. Alternative design including use of non-conventional materials have also been left aside despite reduction of construction time of more than 50%. The selection of building materials can promote better quality of environment, energy efficiency of structures, faster construction solutions and foster new economic development. Mumbai struggles to find an equilibrium between “appropriateness” and “adequacy” of building materials.