The Material That Shouldn’t Exist — But Does By Arindam Bose (Curious observer of where space engineering, real estate and sustainability collide)

  Self-Healing Concrete: The Material That Repairs Itself By Arindam Bose (Curious observer of where space engineering, real estate and sustainability collide)

Digital Twins, Greenium, and the Space-Tech Surprise: How Three Seemingly Unrelated Breakthroughs Are Quietly Rewriting Real Estate By Arindam Bose (Curious observer of where space engineering, real estate and sustainability collide)

  Building Beyond Earth: How Space Research Is Quietly Reshaping the Way We Build on Earth By- Arindam Bose I’ve always been fascinated by the idea that the technologies we invent for survival in space eventually come home to change life on Earth . Every time I read about NASA ’s latest experiments or SpaceX ’s bold ambitions, I can’t help but ask myself — what if the greatest breakthroughs in housing, materials, and green construction aren’t being born in real estate labs, but in orbit? This curiosity recently led me down a fascinating rabbit hole — from 3D printing on the Moon , to waterless construction , to a material so light it’s nicknamed “frozen smoke”: aerogel , a silent hero now finding its way into high-performance, eco-friendly buildings. So here’s my attempt to connect these dots — between space engineering and real estate innovation — and why I believe the future of sustainable construction may already be orbiting above us. From Rockets to Real Estate: The Space C...

Why IGBC Gold and Platinum Certifications Matter to Me — and Should Matter to You As someone deeply passionate about sustainable living and India’s evolving real estate markets , I’ve always found green building certifications to be more than just a badge—they’re a true measure of how our homes shape our health, our utility bills, and the planet’s future. Most conversations about “ green flats ” come down to IGBC and LEED . But what does it actually mean for a project—or for you as a flat owner—when developers tout “ IGBC Gold ” or “Platinum” status? Let’s break it down—with real examples, data, and my analysis. What Exactly Is IGBC Gold (and Platinum) Certification? Both IGBC ( Indian Green Building Council ) and LEED ( the U.S. standard ) award certifications by assessing buildings against environmental benchmarks : energy use, water conservation, indoor air quality, material choices, and how responsibly they’re built and operated. Here’s how the scoring works under IGBC for n...

  Building Tomorrow: The Evolution of Construction Technology in 2025 and Beyond Description: Explore how India’s construction and engineering sectors are being transformed by AI, robotics, and sustainable materials. From digital twins to 3D printing, discover the technologies shaping the intelligent buildings of tomorrow. The Future Is Being Built — Literally The construction industry, long associated with cranes, concrete, and chaos, is undergoing one of the most profound transformations in its history. What was once a fragmented, paper-heavy process is evolving into a fully connected, data-driven ecosystem powered by AI, robotics, and sustainable innovation . Between 2023 and 2025, the global construction tech (BuildTech) sector saw record investment — with India emerging as one of the fastest adopters of digital construction methods. The core shift is no longer about scale; it’s about precision, predictability, and purpose . 1. Construction: From Manual Labor to Machine Intel...

  India 2025: Where Lifestyle, Design, and Future Living Converge     Beyond Luxury — The Era of Intelligent, Ethical, and Experiential Homes   Introduction: The Rise of Meaningful Luxury The Indian luxury housing landscape has entered a new epoch . It’s no longer defined by chandeliers , imported marble , or ostentatious facades — but by intelligence, intent, and inner balance . Between 2023 and 2025 , India’s luxury real estate segment grew by an astounding 130 % , reshaping both metro skylines and second-home markets . From Delhi-NCR ’s vertical crescendos to Dehradun ’s serene valley estates, every brick now carries a new philosophy — experience over excess, sustainability over show.     1. Lifestyle: Purpose-Driven Luxury Reimagines the Home Today’s affluent buyers are not collecting homes — they’re curating experiences. The modern Indian homeowner wants flexible sanctuaries that integrate wellness, work, and wonder in one seamless flow. ...