Kalpa Infra Pvt. Ltd. - Comprehensive Building Consultancy

Our consultancy provides insights on creating structures that combine structural integrity with occupant comfort and emotional value.

• A House: Physical structure designed with civil engineering principles, Nepal Standards, and seismic safety norms.
• A Home: Includes comfort, aesthetics, functionality, and psychological well-being of occupants.
• Integration of structural safety, biophilic design, environmental psychology, and sustainability considerations.
• Consideration of Nepalese cultural practices, traditional Vastu, and user behavior.
• Use of energy-efficient systems, passive cooling, and rainwater harvesting to enhance performance.

Tailored solutions for residential, commercial, and mixed-use buildings considering local climate, seismic activity, and client needs.

• Bungalow: Single-story dwellings suitable for low-density areas with lower seismic risk.
• Villa: Luxury residences with landscaping, energy integration, and high-quality finishes.
• Apartment: Multi-unit buildings optimized for urban densification.
• Duplex/Triplex: Multi-family stacked units offering privacy and efficient land use.
• Commercial Buildings: Offices and retail with accessibility, energy efficiency, and structural safety.
• Institutional Buildings: Schools, hospitals designed for safety, workflow, and durability.
• High-Rise & Mixed-Use: Advanced structural systems, seismic resistance, sustainability practices.
• Innovative Typologies: Modular construction, prefabrication, and 3D-printed structures for efficiency.

Complete step-by-step guidance from drafting to finishing work for residential and commercial projects.

• Conceptual Design: Requirement analysis, site survey, initial sketches.
• Drafting & Approval: Detailed architectural and structural drawings, municipal approvals.
• Foundation Work: Excavation, concrete footing, plinth beams.
• Superstructure: Walls, columns, beams, and slabs construction.
• Roofing & Finishing: Roof structure, plastering, flooring, painting, and fixtures installation.
• Utilities & Services: Electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and safety systems integration.
• Final Inspection: Compliance check, handover documentation, post-construction evaluation.
• Advanced Planning Techniques: BIM integration, scheduling using Gantt/PERT charts, cost optimization through value engineering.
• Seismic Considerations: Structural detailing for earthquake resistance as per Nepal standards.
• Quality Assurance: Monitoring materials, workmanship, and environmental compliance throughout construction.
• Safety Protocols: Implementing safety measures, emergency preparedness, and risk mitigation during construction.

Construction materials form the backbone of any building, determining its strength, durability, thermal performance, and overall quality. In Nepal, with its diverse geography and seismic activity, selecting appropriate materials and ensuring their quality is vital.

• Cement
• Bricks
• Sand & Aggregates
• Steel (TMT Bars & Rods)
• Stones
• Timber/Wood
• Roofing Materials
• Paints and Coatings
• Admixtures and Additives
• Waterproofing Materials
• Glass and Aluminum

Detailed estimation for a typical 2.5-story residential building (960 sq.ft plinth area) in Nepal.

• Material Quantities: Cement, sand, aggregate, bricks, steel, finishing materials.
• Labor Quantities: Masonry, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting works.
• Overheads & Contingencies: 5–10% buffer for unforeseen work or price variations.
• Estimated Work Distribution: Foundation: 15%, Superstructure: 40%, Finishing: 30%, Utilities: 15%.
• Considerations: Seismic compliance, material availability, labor efficiency, monsoon construction planning.

Safety measures and precautions from drafting to finishing work.

• Ensure accurate site survey before drafting.
• Follow approved structural and architectural drawings.
• Use certified and quality materials.
• Provide PPE for workers at all times.
• Daily site safety monitoring and supervision.
• Seismic and wind load consideration in design.
• Check waterproofing and drainage to prevent structural damage.
• Supervision during concrete pouring, masonry, and electrical work.
• Post-construction evaluation for safety and quality assurance.