Rain Water Harvesting- The Effective Utilisation of Natural Resourses.

                                                                     We are having  the season of umbrellas and rain coats, season of the wet roads and filled up rivers in kerala. It is our duty to sustain the natural resourses for a better future.There are many ways by which we can preserve our valuable resourses, for example,Solar- panels,Rain water harvest,recyciling etc, here we are talking about harvesting the rains. Rainwater harvesting is the accumulation and deposition of rainwater for reuse before it reaches the aquifer. Uses include water for garden, water for livestock, water for irrigation, and indoor heating for houses etc. In many places the water collected is just redirected to a deep pit with percolation. The harvested water can be used as drinking water as well as for storage and other purpose like irrigation.

Save Each Drop

Advantages 
                                                                      Rainwater harvesting provides an independent water supply during regional water restrictions and in developed countries is often used to supplement the main supply. It provides water when there is a drought, can help mitigate flooding of low-lying areas, and reduces demand on wells which may enable ground water levels to be sustained. It also helps in the availability of potable water as rainwater is substantially free of salinity and other salts.
                                                   

Demographic Significance For Kerala

                                                                      There are good opportunities for Rainwater harvesting in Kerala because Kerala is located in a geographical area with two rainy seasons. Kerala faces severe water scarcity between February and mid May every year. During summer, there are drinking water shortages. During this period drinking water and other water purposes become unavailable. This is expected in the coming years. In spite of 44 rivers and world's largest water well density, per capita surface water and groundwater availability of the State is lower than that of arid States of India. Moreover, Kerala has one of the lowest per capita rainwater availability in the Indian sub-continent and it is still decreasing over the time, even though it receives 3000 mm of rainfall, which is around 3 times the Indian national average. The high variations in spatial and temporal rainfall add to the complexity of problems associated with water management faced by the State.

Basic Layout

Components

A Roof water harvesting system should have the following components:

Down pipe and first flush arrangement
This is an arrangement to prevent the dust and other unwanted materials that may be seen on the roof, from reaching the storage tank. By fitting a down pipe with an end cap or valve can ensure that the washed water from the roof does not reach the storage tank. It is always safe to ensure that the first flush arrangement remains open during non- rainy days and should be closed after first rain up to the satisfaction of the end user.

Filter unit
The rainwater collected from the roof should be allowed to reach the storage tank only through a filtering mechanism. Rubble, sand and charcoal, as used in the traditional three-pot filtration, can be adopted here. 10 cm thick 20mm rubbles, 10 cm thick charcoal/coconut shell, 15 cm thick coarse sand, 5 cm thick 6mm rubbles etc. may be arranged from bottom to top in the filter unit. The water that is passed through this filter should remain safe for a long period of storage. Charcoal/coconut shell is added to eliminate gaseous pollutants.


Storage tank
Mainly three types of storage tanks are constructed for roof water harvesting. They are aboveground, underground or sub surface tanks.

Roof Type

Provision for drawing water and spill over
For drawing water from the storage tanks any method may be adopted provided it shall be drawn only when needed. The easier the method adopted for drawing water, the more will be the chances for its misuse. Three types of drawing water are usually adopted. They are by using a tap (small capacity tanks with basement and over ground tanks), hand pump (under ground tanks) or electric pump sets (large capacity tanks).

We Carion Bilta replenish and reserve all the natural resourses with state of the art building technologies, ensuring a greener and eco friendly world to live on.

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Lighting Up Your Living Atmosphere

Ambiance of a room or the place we live on has its own impact on the mood of the human mind. No one wants to work on a tiring work atmosphere. The interiors, the furniture, music, lighting ,everything has to be comfy to get a workable atmosphere. The importance of a well lit interior or a workspace tells a lot about the people and its potential. As one of the pioneer in interior design team in Kerala, Carion Bilta, contain the idea of creating the apt ambiance for your homes. Here we are focusing the limelight towards the interior lighting and the methods.

Ingeneous Bed Rooms

When it comes about lighting ,there are two rules: You should have a mix of light sources at different levels to create a flattering ambiance, and you need appropriate task lighting for whatever you do in that space (reading, sauteing, getting dressed). The key areas in a home are Living Room,Dining Room, Kitchen,Bed room and the Bath room.

In the Living room,light three of the four corners, focusing one of those lights on an object (art, a plant, a striking chair). Use a combination of table lamps and floor lamps, some with a downward glow and some that shine upward. Allow for reading in as many seats as possible with down-glowing lamps on three-way switches. If you have an overhead fixture, put it on a dimmer.

Dining Room, To draw people in, make the table the brightest spot in the room. Use a chandelier or a pendant above the table, limiting the total wattage to 100. Elsewhere in the room, indirect lighting is best—it’s relaxing and flattering. Give the space a subtle glow with a pair of small table lamps on a sideboard or matching sconces on the wall above. Battery-powered votives inside a glass-front china cabinet can be a nice touch.

Sleek Workspaces

In the kitchen , focus on overhead lighting (on a dimmer that you can crank up when cooking), and add lower sources to illuminate work surfaces. Use pendants, under-cabinet lights, or a sturdy table lamp (kept away from the sink).

For your bedroom, aim for a cozy, insular atmosphere: Place reading lamps or sconces by the bed—but not pointed directly at it. If you have recessed or track fixtures, angle them away from the bed, toward the dressing area. On a low table, include a small, intimate lamp with a tinted low-wattage bulb to mimic candlelight.

Ubber Cool  Dining Halls

Bath room,the best choice for applying makeup is sidelights, such as a pair of sconces flanking the mirror. An overhead light helps fill in any shadows on your face and also fully illuminates the room (important when cleaning). In a large space, you might also want a light directly over the shower.

The lighting in a home changes the mood of a room just as it does the perceived size of a room. Placement and type are important aspects of interior design, and they work in conjunction with color selections, room size, availability of natural light and furniture selection. The elements that come together when the right lighting is achieved transform a room into a seamless combination of functionality and style.

How To Choose An Interior Designer

With so many skilled and companies out in the field, its quite a hectic task choosing which designer to trust. We will be discussing about a list of tips to help lessen your headache.

1. Do your HOMEWORK

The first thing you should do before anything else is to research. You can refer potential designer's websites or you can ask some of your friends whose rooms have been done admirably or inquire at spaces that are done in your taste. 

The research is as important as other things as this will help you in choosing the right designer, and in case if you fail to choose the right designer, other things go in vain.

 


2. Portfolio

One thing that is important to look out for in a designer is if their portfolio is up to date and commendable. Projects that they have featured show the benchmark set by them in the field of designing. You can also refer their experience in this field and the most important part is the user reviews. 

User reviews will clear half of your doubts regarding the interior designer which you are going to opt for. And if still you have doubts regarding the designer then you can run a demo sample test, so as to know how the designer performs on the sample test. Of course you will have to pay for it.

 
 

3. Style

Speaking of style, another important aspect you must look at when deciding between designers is if they have a unique identity or signature. While interior designers should be flexible working with a wide array of styles, most normally have a signature style. Once you have pegged down your desired theme for your home deciding on a designer who matches your style will be much easier. The designer has to be well versed with all concepts and should have thorough knowledge about designs from all times.

4. Lifestyle

It is good that a interior designer understands your dreams and is willing to work according the way you want but a good interior designer doesn't promise miracle results. The best designers aim to fit the style of the room to your dream and personality, not their own. Beware of the designers who talk about unique designs but deliver only previously used theme designs. Choosing a designer is a tough task and takes time but its worth it as afterall its all about your home which means a lot to you.

5. Meeting your designer

When you meet your interior designer, the first few cards you will have to play at the table is, of course, the budget card. Let the designer know your budget and what you expect. While a good professional will bring his or her ideas to the table, she should be willing to work to make your vision a reality. If you feel that the designer you met will not yield the same output as you expect from him then go for the second one. Its your home so you are the King.

6.Describe your vision

Already you must have sourced images from internet, books and magazines about how your home should look. Work on the color combination, design and patterns that you would like to see in your home. 

Also make sure of things which you totally don't want in your home. As even if the designer works exactly according to your directions there are chances that one thing or color you hate the most which can ruin your mood instantly.



7. Be Flexible

If your designer tells you no, you have got to listen. If they say no, it can only be for a good reason. Their advice is same to a doctor's for they alone know what might be right for you. Your designer is ultimately delivering the right and expected look to your home. Product availibility, Contractor scheduling and custom work are just a few aspects that can cause unavoidable delays in your project so be accommodating.


Carion Bilta was established in 2009 as a professional Architects and engineering consultancy organization to provide Engineering and Project Management Services. Currently we are rendering Total Construction Engineering, Interior Designing & Project Management services to many projects in India and abroad. Sourcing out for good Kerala interior designers and attractive office/home renovation package ? Get free quote from the recommended interior designers. Submit your enquiry now.