Atypical Construction Methodologies in Realty
Kishor Pate the Chairman and Managing Director of Amit Enterprises Housing Limited
Using alternate construction materials and methods, construction costs can be reduced by a minimum of 10-15% in terms of materials and up to 20% in terms of skilled manpower expenses and construction time says Kishor Pate to Built Expressions.
Journey of the Firm
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Kishor Pate, a student of Political Science torched his path towards construction at a very early age.
Amit Enterprises Housing Limited (AEHL) has completed nearly three decades. One of the Pune’s most leading and reputed real estate develop firm. It has redefined the city’s real estate’s appreciation several times over times. More than 40 completed projects and on the anvil, AEHL has pioneered some of the most outstanding buildings and award-winning residential concepts that have become industry archetype.
The roots of the firm took hold as early as in 1963. His father, a school teacher had a vision beyond the conventional confines of a classroom first dreamed it would be immortalized in steel and concrete sectors by me and my family. That’s how the idea fetched into reality.
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"My father Shri Govindrao alias Appasaheb Pate (Wani) migrated to Pune from Chalisgaon, a town in Jalgaon District of Khandesh. After an initial stint as school teacher, launched a real estate brokerage under the name of 'Vijay Estate Agency' in 1963. As his eldest son, I involved myself in this business from the age of 17 and quickly mastered the skills and intricacies of the real estate business" he adds.
Innovative Construction Methods
Clubhouse & Buildings, Pune
The firm is constantly implements and always behind of new methods of construction to adequate cost-effective, eco-friendly, high-grade elements for the betterment. The commitment towards the principles and practice of sustainability development is ever going process and driven logically led to our adoption of Alu-Form construction technology in projects.
The Alu-Form system is a revolutionary innovation in construction technology that allows for the speedy, accurate and highly consistent casting of all internal and external walls, columns, beams, floor slabs, stairs and other parts of a concrete building. It is an integrated system which merges the wall and slab panels into a seamless unit. With a drastic reduction of form-jointed sections, the end products have superior resilience to wear, tear and degradation.
Kishore explains, "Using the building's architectural blueprint as a guideline, highly resilient aluminum panels are pre-designed for all concrete elements of the building’s superstructure. Alu-Form technology allows internal electrical fittings and plumbing to be incorporated with a high degree of design efficiency, and as part of the overall building plan. This factor reduces the probability of electrical and plumbing failures. On the rare occasions when they do occur, such problems can be quickly isolated and fixed.
This contributes to the overall cost-effectiveness of owning a home constructed with Alu-Form technology. Moreover, the use of this construction technology vastly reduces the chance of on-site mishaps, making it one of the safest systems for building construction currently available. The extremely progressive technology is now being used in many of our projects in Pune and also one project in Nasik."
Ecology Factors Saves the Budget
Swimmig Pool
Other tradition of meeting the demand for cost-effective, yet environmentally friendly homes is through the use of alternate construction materials such as recycled fly ash (a waste by-product of coal combustion). This medium can be utilized to build budget housing of fairly high quality. Other alternate construction media are interlocking bricks, hollow concrete blocks, rubble filler blocks, stabilized mud-based blocks and funicular (or rope-like) shells.
"Modular housing is yet another best method that can be adopted by progressive Indian developers. When supported by the correct design, factory-build modular housing conforms to most standards of structural integrity, safety and environmental impact. This kind of construction involves the use of pre-manufactured components like roof and floor trusses that can be assembled quickly and with major savings on construction time and labour costs", says Kishore.
Right Kind of Population Can Create Smart Cities
Astonia Royale
"The primary difference between smart cities and commonplace cities, regardless of how well structured these cities are developed and well maintained. The fact and proven that smart cities can be created by IT driven, self-governing and sustainable in all respects. Also, they enjoy special incentives from the government similar to those given. Smart cities also require the right kind of population, which means that they need to be inhabited by people who are aware of and embrace high levels of social governance, are tech-savvy and dedicated to the cause of environmental sustainability", he briefs.
Pune is a Mixed Tonic City
Pune is considered to be the seventh largest metropolis in India. It does not have just one economic drive but many streamline of sources. These includes manufacturing, IT/ITeS, healthcare and education sectors. It is a home town for many biggest branding manufacturing and IT companies. It also stands out in its retail playing, health operators and educational institutions. The steady growth of IT and ITES segments has set off the demand for quality residential projects in new areas of Pune. The residential requirements of people working in the city’s IT/ITES as well as manufacturing companies are the biggest demand driver for Pune’s residential property market. Today Pune is ranked best for its quality of living and space, educational institutions, climate and affordable cost, compared to other major metro cities.
Kishore adds "The challenges I foresee are largely related to infrastructure - Pune's city development authorities need to be more proactive in creating the necessary infrastructure both within the core areas and emerging locations. Pune is facing escalating problems with traffic overload and pollution, and more roads and flyovers are the need of the hour".
Quality at Its Best
Villa Exterior
AEHL gives more importance towards the genuine quality as well as focus on satisfaction factor of the customers. Initially implementing, carefully look and study the market and its requirements before planning and launching a project.
The business model is not based on reckless but need-based project development. The firm does not launch projects merely to generate revenue but to meet a specific need for housing in a certain locality. Some areas require mid-income housing, while others have a high demand for luxury housing. In some cases, the need for both coexists. This dynamic needs to be carefully studied and understood.
He mentions, "In an area like Ambegaon in Pune, we have launched a high-end themed township called Bloomberg as well as a mid-range project called Astonia Royale. In a rapidly upcoming area like Undri, we have restricted ourselves to launching mid-income housing projects like Colori and Astonia Classic. In Sahakarnagar, one of Pune’s traditional high-end locations, there has been no scope for further supply after AEHl launched its luxury project 9 Green Park there. Nevertheless, we are now launching yet another ultra-luxury project over 4.3 acres of Sahakarnagar's most spectacularly beautiful hilltop location. This project comprises of two high rise towers of ultra-luxury living spaces, each supported by multi-storeyed reserved parking, and will deliver 62 apartments to Pune's most discerning home buyers in the city's most aspired-for residential location".
Turning Point
The signature projects involve Treasure Park, Bloomfield and 9 Green Park were definitive projects for Amit Enterprises Housing Ltd. In each of these projects, have moved beyond the confines of common place residential development and introduced something innovative and magnificent. Likewise, with Astonia range of projects, as achieved the perfect balance of affordability and contemporary amenities and specifications.
Future Projects
The most awaiting and important project launches in the immediate future are Astonia Classic in Undri, Amit’s Eka in Nasik and Ultra-luxury project at Sahakarnagar.
Words OF Wisdom
Kishore’s unbeatable imagination and business sense at a very tender age has made him reach his goals. He says the success mantra is “At any point in time, you will only be as successful as your customers are satisfied. Do not try to emulate other developers. The market has more than its share of cookie-cutter apartment blocks. Try to come out with something new and interesting and do not be afraid to break the mold. Above everything else, remember that the customer comes first”.