Friday 4 December 2015

Ganjam Jewlery Boutique, Bangalore

Ganjam, an ultra-luxury jewellery brand headquartered at Bangalore with a strong tradition of craftsmanship, approached Masters to undertake the PMC for their flagship store at Vittal Mallya Road.

The 15,000 sft project which includes a spacious jewellery boutique and the back offices, was conceived by the renowned French firm, Rena Dumas Architecture Interieure (RDAI), which designs boutiques for brands such as Hermés. In keeping with Ganjam’s heritage and philosophy, the design was inspired by traditional Indian vignettes – the five elements of earth, fire, air, water and ether, the ancient kingdom of Hampi, the peacock, the banyan tree and the Gandeberunda, a two-headed mythological bird, which symbolizes the brand – the essence of which was captured and translated to create a highly elegant setting for Ganjam’s bespoke jewels. Inaugurated on 14th October, the store like Ganjam’s Jewels redefines luxury, both through the restrained elegance of its design and the extremely high quality of finish which was achieved by local and international specialist contractors under the discerning eye of the Clients and guidance of Masters’ PMC team and has become one of the key attractions in the city of Bangalore.


 

Construction of Jack-up Floor Slab at Blue Frog by Bivash Bag

The Blue Frog at Lower Parel, Mumbai was conceived to promote international/ world music in a live performance space. The live performances are played out in the intimate environs of a hip, lounge bar and restaurant and can be recorded live in the state of the art studio located adjacent to it.

Bearing in mind that a recording studio must have stringent measures for noise and vibration control, one of the requirements stipulated by the acoustic engineers based in the UK was to physically and acoustically segregate not only the walls and ceiling of the studio from the building in which it is encased but also the floor as well. This was achieved by casting a new floor on the existing floor slab and then raising this off the original floor by a series of jacks (very similar to how one jacks up a car to replace a flat tyre).

The process, which was carried out under the direct supervision and involvement of Masters is documented in the photographs below:

FSN FLOOR PLAN
 
FSN - 3500
 
JACK ( FSN – 3500 )
 
JACKS ARE INSERTED IN THE REINFORCEMENT OF SLAB
( BEFORE CASTING )

STEP - 1 
JACKS ARE INSERTED IN THE REINFORCEMENT OF SLAB
( BEFORE CASTING )

AFTER CONCRETING REMOVING OF RUBBER PLUG 
SLAB AFTER CASTING
 

STEP - II
CONCRETING OF THE SLAB IS DONE. (CONCRETE USED IS M35)

STEP - II 
NUMBER OF BOLTS ARE INSERTED IN ORDER TO LIFT IT UP THE SLAB
WITH THE HELP OF ROTATOR.

ROTATOR


STEP - IV

ROTATOR IS USED,TO LIFT UP THE SLAB. ONE ROTATION CAN LIFT THE
SLAB UPTO 3.2mm. 14 ROTATIONS ARE REQUIRED TO LIFT UP THE
SLAB BY 45mm.
AFTER JACK UP

 

Advantages of hiring a Fit-Out consultant

Choosing the right Fit-out consultant will help you acheive your optimum outcome on time.

The decision to relocate and expand your business does not come easily and there are many processes to go through from needs assessment to property search, leasing arrangements, concept design, fit-out, information technology management, internal change management, relocation planning, client communications and many more.

Generally once the decision is made to relocate and expand the timeframe is tight which puts pressure on the need to get all of these processes right. And the cost of not getting it right can be significant, with impacts on staff, clients, business continuity and corporate intelligence.

Here comes the need to have on-board, people who have a strong understanding of fitouts and relocation process to partner you on this important journey. The more knowledge and understanding you have with you through the journey the greater the chance you have of a smooth and successful process from start to finish.

The key elements you need to consider in this process are time and value for money.

Some of the benefits of using a fit-out specialist are highlighted here:

• The approach and attitude of the Fit-out consultant speaks for itself. Each with their own area of expertise, fit-out personnel take great care and pride in getting the finer details just right for the end user.

• The construction process itself is also treated with great care and respect as fitout consultants understand that tenants often make refinements and adjustments along the way. For this reason communication and collaboration is a high priority in the management of a fit-out project.

• Throughout the construction process and in any team discussions fit-out personnel maintain integrity of the design and always focus on the design intent when considering any possible changes to the scope of works or specifications, in consultation with the designer.

• Provides greater attention to detail and finishes to optimise the end result.

• Hands-on proactive personnel look to identify potential challenges and suggest alternative building methods before they become an issue for the client’s budget or program.

• Fit-out consultants are focused on fast turn-around of information, documentation and problem-solving to ensure the client has ample time to make informed

About Masters Management Consultants

Masters offer complete solutions for you large projects like relocations, fit-out works and major refurbishment projects.

Some of the Interior Fit-out projects where we honed our reputation for quality, craftsmanship and a genuine commitment to the client are:

  1. Indochine, New Delhi
  2. Blue Frog, Mumbai
  3. Hard Rock Café, Pune
  4. Shopper’s Stop
  5. Harvard Business School Executive Education Centre
  6. Sample Apartments for The Imperial, Mumbai
  7. Tote on the Turf, Mumbai

View the complete list of Interior Fit-out projects executed by Masters Management


How to Make a Construction Site Safe

This article is directed to construction site workers who desire a safe work environment.

1. Perform a thorough walk through of the site. Identify and assess any workplace hazards and write down anything that may be considered unsafe. Notify your managers of possible dangers that he/she should know about.


2.Train all personnel in work-site safety and operating procedure either on-site or at a training facility.
• Search the Internet to see if online instruction is available. Training should include proper lifting techniques to help reduce common back injuries sustained on the job


3. Identify and mark any hazardous materials. Determine any risk involved to personnel.
• Label and store any materials deemed hazardous in proper containers and secure them in a safe location. Post precautions for handling nearby. Make sure there is an MSDS (material safety data sheet) for all potentially hazardous chemicals/materials.


4. Inspect equipment to be sure it is working properly. Be on the lookout for unusual noises and jerky movements. Report any problems immediately and do not operate the machinery until repairs have been made.


5. Use harnesses and other safety equipment when performing roof work or working on scaffolds. Standard personal fall arrest systems (PFAS) incorporate three primary components, commonly referred to as the ABC's of fall protection. These include: the anchorage connector, body support and connecting device.


6. Provide personal protective equipment to all employees, including hard hats, safety goggles and boots, work gloves, ear plugs (or another form of protection) and face masks.


7. Be sure OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) standards are met. Follow all recommendations and mandates from occupational health and safety inspectors. If you work for a private company, ask managers whether they've hired or contracted a health and safety inspector.


8. Prepare for emergencies. Operators and site workers should know what to do in case of electrical, mechanical, power failures, or injuries.


9. Protect the public by barricading the construction site during work hours.After working hours, lock all points of entry. After working hours, lock all points of entry.