Saturday 5 May 2018

The Best Colours for Children's Rooms

Kids’ bedrooms are a terrific place for playing around with colour. Children love to have bright, bold and uniquely coloured rooms. It reflects the liveliness of their nature.

Going too bold with a kids’ room can be a mistake, though. You want to play around with a combination of bold colours and subtler accents to create a room where your child can feel awake and alive but still get relaxed enough to sleep at night! And you don’t want to discount the power of neutrals, whites and blacks when decorating a child’s room because these can add a different dimension to what you would typically expect to find when walking into a child’s bedroom.

In the end, of course, the key is to find the right colours for your own kid. Let your children’s personalities come through as they help you to pick out paints and create the space that they live in.

Pink is one of the most common colours that people think of when they think of designing a girls’ room. Although it can be cliche, it can also be a really great colour to have as a room when you’re a young girl.

Pink colour creates a space that a girl can feel pretty in without making her feel too much like a princess.

Red is a colour that has the potential to be either all wrong or all right in a kids’ room. If the red is too bright, the room can be overwhelming and even a little bit scary for the child.

Softer colours are best when it comes to rooms where babies are going to be sleeping.

Orange is a really great colour for kids who are starting to get older but who aren’t quite teens yet. It’s a fun colour and a hue that works equally well for girls and boys.

Yellow is a terrific colour for kids’ rooms whether you’ve got boys or girls. It’s a colour that comes in many hues so you can have soft rooms or bold rooms depending on your child’s personality.

Another colour parents shun is black. Nobody wants their kid living in a dark, morose room. However, a black wall can actually serve well as the backdrop for bold artwork and other colourful pieces.

El Canto is an ideal destination to experience green extravagance.Embedded with enchanting views of hills and Sanjay Gandhi National Park,your pleasure of a lifetime includes the conveniences at your doorstep. El canto is the meeting point of music & nature.

Today, the Dedhia Group is a family of 2500 happy home owners pushing us farther into the path of excellence and dedication. Our source of inspiration and service satisfaction- our customers have always been the sole reason we dream every day for creating skylines that dot the cityscape of tomorrow. Book your dream home in El canto & Elita for a good lifestyle.

Wednesday 25 April 2018

Safety tips for your house when you are on vacation

We always panic on the last moment, while moving out of the house for vacation and tend to check everything twice until we are on our way with our bags. Last minute checking is what matters a lot, checking if you have taken all the luggage, packed everything perfectly, taken every essential thing or not and the list goes on and on. And after ensuring many times, we finally leave all our concerns away and start our journey for vacation. But we forget the most important thing while going out for vacation, to ensure whether your home will be safe or not when you are on vacation? We get stuck with numerous end-moment things that we easily neglect the safety of our home, although these are very minute things which can make ensure you that your home will be safe when you are away from it.Checking these few details about your home before leaving the house will definitely help you ensure the safety of your house.

Lock everything
We can’t tell when your home will be attacked by burglars or thieves when you are away, so it is very mandatory that you lock all main doors and windows by ensuring that they won’t be easily cracked. If you have provisions to lock your room doors and respective windows, then you should undoubtedly lock them all. Closing all the curtains of your house can easily deflect intruders peeping inside the house.

Tell your neighbor
The best way to keep an eye over your house when you are out on vacation is to tell your neighbor to look after the house. Neighbors can always rely on each other in various times, although your neighbor must be very busy in his own life but they can take five minutes to take a look at your place when you are not there. If you have a good relationship with them, you can easily ask them to look after your house and in future as a return you can also do the same for him.

Water Lines and Electricity
Electricity and water lines can cause a huge disaster if they are not managed perfectly, while on the vacation if any such disaster can cause hazardous effects on your home. Check twice if the faucet points in your kitchen, bathrooms, and balcony are tightly closed or not. And make sure that you shut off all the electric switches, and more importantly the main electricity switch. One thing which can easily go unnoticed is the refrigerator, you can turn it off but may forgot to take the stored food out and if you leave the food inside the refrigerator then it will cause you a big problem when you come back.

Other than these main safety precautions, there are many other minor precautions which can help you maintain your home even when you are away from the house. If you have indoor plants in your house, you can ask your neighbor to cover for you. Make sure that you get your home cleaned before leaving the house by throwing all the garbage out. For the people living in the cold region, keep your home heater on to avoid frozen problem problems. One more thing is to tell your newspaper and milk vendors not to deliver your products for the period of your vacation.

El Canto is an ideal destination to experience green extravagance.Embedded with enchanting views of hills and Sanjay Gandhi National Park,your pleasure of a lifetime includes the conveniences at your doorstep. El canto is the meeting point of music & nature.

Today, the Dedhia Group is a family of 2500 happy home owners pushing us farther into the path of excellence and dedication. Our source of inspiration and service satisfaction- our customers have always been the sole reason we dream every day for creating skylines that dot the cityscape of tomorrow. Book your dream home in El canto & Elita for a good lifestyle.



Sunday 15 April 2018

5 Summer Home Maintenance Tips to Protect Your Home Year-Round

It’s important to take proper measures to protect your home from long term issues year round. However, during the summer months it may be easier to detect issues than any other season. To ensure that your home is protected from potential damage, it’s important to take necessary maintenance steps during the summer.

1. Power wash siding and decks
As the weather gets warmer, the damage that occurred during winter months to outer surfaces of your home will appear. In order to prevent the damage from worsening or the dirt from piling up, one summer home maintenance tip is to power wash those surfaces. For example vinyl siding and deck finishes can take a beating during harsh winters. Using a power washer you can get these surfaces extremely clean and prepped for a protective coat to prevent any further damage.

2. Clean the outside of windows
Another summer home maintenance tip to consider is cleaning the outside of your home’s windows. Throughout the year, especially if you live in a climate that has extreme winters or a rainy season, it can be difficult to clean the outside of your windows properly. During the summer months, cleaning the outside of your windows can make them more functional, but also prevent the protective seal around the window from wearing down as quickly allowing you to avoid replacing windows.

3. Clean and clear gutters
Cleaning out your gutters is a summer home maintenance tip that’s incredibly important. Your gutter system can be filled with debris from fallen leaves and other plants in your yard. Over time this debris can cause the gutter system to no longer function properly causing water to pool in places that it shouldn’t. This can lead to water damage to the perimeter of the home, especially during a heavy rain. In order to prevent this, you should spend time each season clearing out your gutter system to ensure it still properly functions.

4. Pest control
Pests are out in full force during the summer months. Some pests can cause an extreme amount of damage to your home if not taken care of properly. It’s obviously common to see a bug here or there within your home, but if you frequently spot the same type of bug in your home it could be a good idea to hire an exterminator. This is especially important if the bug you spot is something that can be damaging to the home, like carpenter ants or cockroaches. This is also true for rodents. Make sure that if you suspect a rodent has gotten into your home to inspect areas that could potentially be their entrance and hire a professional if need be.

5. Check the roof for damage
Checking your roof for potential damage could save you a ton of money in the long run. A part of your summer home maintenance routine should be to take a closer look at your roof to assess where there may be damaged areas. Fixing areas of your roof instead of having to get an entire roof replaced is much more cost effective. This will also ensure that you catch any potential areas that could cause further damage to the interior of your home before it happens.

El Canto is an ideal destination to experience green extravagance.Embedded with enchanting views of hills and Sanjay Gandhi National Park,your pleasure of a lifetime includes the conveniences at your doorstep. El canto is the meeting point of music & nature.

Today, the Dedhia Group is a family of 2500 happy home owners pushing us farther into the path of excellence and dedication. Our source of inspiration and service satisfaction- our customers have always been the sole reason we dream every day for creating skylines that dot the cityscape of tomorrow. Book your dream home in El canto & Elita for a good lifestyle.

Thursday 5 April 2018

5 Summer Home Maintenance Tips to Protect Your Home Year-Round

It’s important to take proper measures to protect your home from long term issues year round. However, during the summer months it may be easier to detect issues than any other season. To ensure that your home is protected from potential damage, it’s important to take necessary maintenance steps during the summer.

1. Power wash siding and decks
As the weather gets warmer, the damage that occurred during winter months to outer surfaces of your home will appear. In order to prevent the damage from worsening or the dirt from piling up, one summer home maintenance tip is to power wash those surfaces. For example vinyl siding and deck finishes can take a beating during harsh winters. Using a power washer you can get these surfaces extremely clean and prepped for a protective coat to prevent any further damage.

2. Clean the outside of windows
Another summer home maintenance tip to consider is cleaning the outside of your home’s windows. Throughout the year, especially if you live in a climate that has extreme winters or a rainy season, it can be difficult to clean the outside of your windows properly. During the summer months, cleaning the outside of your windows can make them more functional, but also prevent the protective seal around the window from wearing down as quickly allowing you to avoid replacing windows.

3. Clean and clear gutters
Cleaning out your gutters is a summer home maintenance tip that’s incredibly important. Your gutter system can be filled with debris from fallen leaves and other plants in your yard. Over time this debris can cause the gutter system to no longer function properly causing water to pool in places that it shouldn’t. This can lead to water damage to the perimeter of the home, especially during a heavy rain. In order to prevent this, you should spend time each season clearing out your gutter system to ensure it still properly functions.

4. Pest control
Pests are out in full force during the summer months. Some pests can cause an extreme amount of damage to your home if not taken care of properly. It’s obviously common to see a bug here or there within your home, but if you frequently spot the same type of bug in your home it could be a good idea to hire an exterminator. This is especially important if the bug you spot is something that can be damaging to the home, like carpenter ants or cockroaches. This is also true for rodents. Make sure that if you suspect a rodent has gotten into your home to inspect areas that could potentially be their entrance and hire a professional if need be.

5. Check the roof for damage
Checking your roof for potential damage could save you a ton of money in the long run. A part of your summer home maintenance routine should be to take a closer look at your roof to assess where there may be damaged areas. Fixing areas of your roof instead of having to get an entire roof replaced is much more cost effective. This will also ensure that you catch any potential areas that could cause further damage to the interior of your home before it happens.

El Canto is an ideal destination to experience green extravagance.Embedded with enchanting views of hills and Sanjay Gandhi National Park,your pleasure of a lifetime includes the conveniences at your doorstep. El canto is the meeting point of music & nature.

Today, the Dedhia Group is a family of 2500 happy home owners pushing us farther into the path of excellence and dedication. Our source of inspiration and service satisfaction- our customers have always been the sole reason we dream every day for creating skylines that dot the cityscape of tomorrow. Book your dream home in El canto & Elita for a good lifestyle.

Sunday 25 March 2018

3 Essential Vastu-Friendly Colours to Bring Into Your Home

According to vastu, colours influence the energy and mood of a room to a large extent – while some hues help bring in positivity, some neutralise the effects of negative spaces. In this article, We recommend colours that can aid in bringing prosperity, luck and happiness at home.

1. Red
Bright red or Ferrari red
It is universally used in various warning signs because of its ability to attract immediate attention. The universal law is that ‘wherever attention goes, energy flows’.

Where to use it?
It is a very powerful colour and one not to be played with carelessly. Hence, we always suggest using this colour only in the positive sector of the house, either on the wall or by adding splashes of it with various elements like paintings, cushions, candles and accessories. This exponentially enhances the energy of that particular positive sector. You can intuitively know which part of your house has more positive energy; it is a space where you feel most at peace, sleep well or enjoy spending quality time. Infuse these spots with bright red.

2. Orange
Bright orange or the colour of an orange fruit
It is a healing colour, one that combines the fiery energy of red and the warmth and happiness of yellow. It has great energy and balancing properties. It is a good shade that alludes to positivity; it sees us through tough times.

Where to use it
We suggest this colour for the negative areas of the house. Areas that you feel tend to collect a lot of clutter or no matter what you do, always look dirty and dull. Infuse these areas with bright-orange elements or wall paint.

3. Yellow
Bright yellow or taxi yellow
This colour, although refreshing, has dual properties. It is associated with clarity, freshness, cheerfulness, positivity and energy, as well as deceit and malice. Because of its dual nature, it has a neutralising effect.

Where to use it
We only recommend this colour in the negative sectors of your house, as whichever area it is in, it will reduce the effect of its energy. Any area of your house that suffers from constant leakage and seepage problems or faces constant breakdown of electronics and maintenance work can be infused with bright yellow to neutralise the effects.

These are the three colours that play an important role in enhancing and balancing the energy of the house. Although, as per vastu, there aren’t any specific colour recommendations for each room, here are general rules that you can follow when deciding the colour scheme of your house.

Living room
The living room is the introduction of your house. This space should always have soothing colours (neutrals or soft pastels) that give a sense of warmth.

Bedroom
Avoid using bold colours like dark blue, deep red and black in your bedroom, as they are generally associated with depression and despair.

Puja room/ meditation room
Use vibrant colours for your worship area. If you have a separate space for meditation, you can use shades of blue in that space for a deeper experience.

Kitchen
This area should have splashes of colour in it, but instead of painting the walls, introduce hues through jars and bottles.

El Canto is an ideal destination to experience green extravagance.Embedded with enchanting views of hills and Sanjay Gandhi National Park,your pleasure of a lifetime includes the conveniences at your doorstep. El canto is the meeting point of music & nature.

Today, Dedhia Group is a family of 2500 happy home owners pushing us farther into the path of excellence and dedication. Our source of inspiration and service satisfaction- our customers have always been the sole reason we dream every day for creating skylines that dot the cityscape of tomorrow. Book your dream home in El canto for a good lifestyle.

Thursday 15 March 2018

7 Things You Must Check Off On Your Checklist Before Investing In A Home

Investing in a home is likely to be one of the biggest financial decisions that you will make in a long time, which is why it is important to proceed with caution.

Here are 7 things you should check off your list before choosing a home you would like to invest in.

1. Is the apartment located well?

When looking to invest in an apartment, always make sure that you pick a good location (well-connected) in a city with good commercial prospects and ideal living conditions. 

2. What are the amenities and conveniences being offered?

Always look out for the amenities (swimming pool, sports facilities, clubhouse, parking, etc.) and conveniences being offered at the project you have chosen.

3. What is the scope for returns on investment?

Evaluate the likely returns on investment based on the infrastructural development in the area. The location and the amenities will, of course, contribute in that direction.

4. Is the builder a reputed one?

It is important to ensure that you invest your money with a real estate developer who is reputed, trustworthy and has been in the business for a considerable period of time.

5. Does the property comply with the mandatory regulations?

It is now mandatory for real estate projects in India to be registered under the RERA Act. Always look out for the RERA number before investing.

6. Do you have a steady source of income?

A steady source of income for paying off the home loan as well as for the upkeep and maintenance of the apartment is an important requirement.

7. Are banks ready to approve the loan?

Banks will only approve home loans for reputed and trustworthy projects. Therefore, if a bank is willing to give you a home loan, you are in safe hand

El Canto is an ideal destination to experience green extravagance.Embedded with enchanting views of hills and Sanjay Gandhi National Park,your pleasure of a lifetime includes the conveniences at your doorstep. El canto is the meeting point of music & nature.

Today, the Dedhia Group is a family of 2500 happy home owners pushing us farther into the path of excellence and dedication. Our source of inspiration and service satisfaction- our customers have always been the sole reason we dream every day for creating skylines that dot the cityscape of tomorrow. Book your dream home in El canto & Elita for a good lifestyle.

Monday 5 March 2018

Make creative use of mirror in your home décor

Use a clear mirror in an outdoor area, terrace or a big balcony to make the space look larger
A part from telling you that you look beautiful everyday , mirrors can be used creatively at strategic points in the house to enhance the décor. Here are some ways to use them in a creative manner.

Add Sparkle to your cooking
Mirrors in the kitchen can attract grease and grime, so use them in a smart way . One way of doing this is by using an antique mirror with a smoky effect. Place them in such a way that they don't attract unnecessary soot.

Mirrors for outdoor areas
If you have an outdoor area, terrace or a big balcony you can use a clear mirror to make the space look much larger. Use mirrors with appropriate frames as per the theme of the outdoor area.

Smart use of mirrors in the bedroom
According to vaastu and feng shui experts, mirrors placed in front of your sleeping area are a strict no, but with proper advice and creativity you can place them in areas other than these. Place them in such a way that they reflect light from the lampshade.

Make the bathroom elegant
Use lean mirrors instead of bulky ones for the bathroom area with shades like bronze, cinnamon and dark chocolate. You can also buy modern mirrors with chrome finish.

Try mirrored furniture
You can buy mirrored furniture like a chest of drawers or coffee table with mirrors on it. If you have a small room, you can place them next to a wall and it will give an illusion of the floor extending beyond the wall.

El Canto is an ideal destination to experience green extravagance.Embedded with enchanting views of hills and Sanjay Gandhi National Park,your pleasure of a lifetime includes the conveniences at your doorstep. El canto is the meeting point of music & nature.

Today, the Dedhia Group is a family of 2500 happy home owners pushing us farther into the path of excellence and dedication. Our source of inspiration and service satisfaction- our customers have always been the sole reason we dream every day for creating skylines that dot the cityscape of tomorrow. Book your dream home in El canto & Elita for a good lifestyle.

Sunday 25 February 2018

Keep Your Home Safe From Holi Colours


Holi is a very colourful and vibrant festival. We all love to play with Holi colours on the streets and parks. However, the trouble begins when the Holi colours reach your house. We spend so much of our funds on the interiors and furnishing of our houses. That is why, safety of your home from Holi colours is very essential.
Keep the colours safely out of your home and you can still enjoy playing Holi. Yes, that is easily said than done. But a few smart home safety tips pre-Holi is all that you need protect your home against any damage from Holi colours.
Here are some easy ways to protect your home from Holi colours this year.

Door knob
The door knob is the first thing you will touch after you come back home from the Holi celebrations. You will invariably touch it and leave it stained. That is why, we suggest you to apply some turpentine oil on your door knob a day before Holi to keep it stain-free. Turpentine oil is an oil that is easily available in any hardware store. But if you don't find it, just apply some mustard oil on the door knob.

Hand prints on walls
Apply a coat of anti-stain varnish on your walls to ensure that you do not damage them. Or else, you can push all your furniture against the walls so that you are not in close proximity to the walls at all.

Bathroom tiles
The bathroom tiles get painted with Holi colours when you bathe. So keep a portable tub in your bathroom. You will be bathing inside this tub after playing Holi. It is almost impossible to remove colour stains from bathroom tiles later.

Garden Shower
To reduce the amount of mess in your home, you can take a pre-functionary shower with a hose pipe in the garden. This washes away the loose colours. And you don't end up leaving a colourful train behind you.

Cover Furniture
Use old bedsheets, curtains, dupattas and sarees to cover all your furniture. Wooden furniture can be cleaned, but your leather stuff must be covered to avoid damage.

Taps n showers
When you go into the bathroom to bathe, you have to touch the taps for the shower. So apply petroleum jelly on them beforehand. This will make sure that they do not get stained with colours.

Sink
Never use the bathroom basin or sink to wash your face. The porcelain or tiled basic will get stained. Go straight to the tub and start bathing.

These are some easy ways to keep your home safe from Holi colours.

El Canto is an ideal destination to experience green extravagance.Embedded with enchanting views of hills and Sanjay Gandhi National Park,your pleasure of a lifetime includes the conveniences at your doorstep. El canto is the meeting point of music & nature.

Today, the Dedhia Group is a family of 2500 happy home owners pushing us farther into the path of excellence and dedication. Our source of inspiration and service satisfaction- our customers have always been the sole reason we dream every day for creating skylines that dot the cityscape of tomorrow. Book your dream home in El canto & Elita for a good lifestyle.

Dedhia Group wishes you all a Happy Holi.


Thursday 15 February 2018

How Plants Can Transform Your Bathroom

In modern apartment living, bathrooms are our most personal spaces, but not always oases of delight. That’s where we go to freshen up, start a new day or end a long, hectic one. Liven up your bathroom with greenery, and it can also be where you recharge. Adding plants indoors, including the bathroom, can make us feel more positive and even lower our stress levels. To make your bathroom come alive with the energy and calm of nature, consider bringing plants inside. Here are the points to keep in mind.

Finding the right place
While the washbasin platform is the first area that comes to mind to keep a small plant, consider any and all flat surfaces, including windowsills, alcoves, the tops of partition walls and floor.

Like any other plants, sunlight should be the main factor to decide placement of plants; but if, like most bathrooms, yours doesn’t receive too much sunlight, don’t worry. Read on to know which plants do well in the dark, humid conditions of a typical bathroom.

Go vertical
If your bathroom doesn’t have enough flat surfaces to place the pots, consider hanging them from the ceiling, mounting them on the walls, or even setting up a vertical garden on a dedicated wall. Since the air in the bathroom is already humid, you won’t have to worry about watering these plants often, so even if the pots are high up, it is still okay.

Consider cascading vines and ferns kept high up on partition walls or hanging from pots above head level. They will immediately lend the feeling of a tropical forest to your bathroom.

Best plants for your bathroom
The best bathroom plants have low light requirements and are able to thrive in high-humidity conditions.

One of the best plants for the bathroom is Sansevieria (snake plant). This plant is almost impossible to kill. It can tolerate any growing conditions – no light or low light or direct light. You almost never have to water them, specially if they are in a bathroom. What’s more, their structure adds modern lines to your bathroom scape.

Other plants include golden pothos (Epipremnum aureum), spider plant (Chlorophytum comosum), peace lily (Spathiphyllum wallisii) and all types of bromeliads.

Insider tip
It might come as a surprise to you that some of the most temperamental plants can do very well in your bathrooms. Try it – your orchids and ferns might just thrive in your bathroom! They need less light, less water and the humid environs of a forest: bathrooms can recreate that.

Less is more
If you are really crunched on space, then even just one tall plant can do the trick. Don’t hesitate from using non-conventional spaces like the top of a flush tank, even. All flat real estate in the bathroom is precious.

More is very cool
A lot of plants that thrive in the bathroom freshen the air, such as the spider plant, golden pothos and peace lily. Not only do they release oxygen but also clean the air of toxins such as formaldehydes.

El Canto is an ideal destination to experience green extravagance.Embedded with enchanting views of hills and Sanjay Gandhi National Park,your pleasure of a lifetime includes the conveniences at your doorstep. El canto is the meeting point of music & nature.

Today, the Dedhia Group is a family of 2500 happy home owners pushing us farther into the path of excellence and dedication. Our source of inspiration and service satisfaction- our customers have always been the sole reason we dream every day for creating skylines that dot the cityscape of tomorrow. Book your dream home in El canto & Elita for a good lifestyle.

Monday 5 February 2018

Make creative use of mirror in your home décor

Use a clear mirror in an outdoor area, terrace or a big balcony to make the space look larger
A part from telling you that you look beautiful everyday , mirrors can be used creatively at strategic points in the house to enhance the décor. Here are some ways to use them in a creative manner.

Add Sparkle to your cooking
Mirrors in the kitchen can attract grease and grime, so use them in a smart way . One way of doing this is by using an antique mirror with a smoky effect. Place them in such a way that they don't attract unnecessary soot.

Mirrors for outdoor areas
If you have an outdoor area, terrace or a big balcony you can use a clear mirror to make the space look much larger. Use mirrors with appropriate frames as per the theme of the outdoor area.

Smart use of mirrors in the bedroom
According to vaastu and feng shui experts, mirrors placed in front of your sleeping area are a strict no, but with proper advice and creativity you can place them in areas other than these. Place them in such a way that they reflect light from the lampshade.

Make the bathroom elegant
Use lean mirrors instead of bulky ones for the bathroom area with shades like bronze, cinnamon and dark chocolate. You can also buy modern mirrors with chrome finish.

Try mirrored furniture
You can buy mirrored furniture like a chest of drawers or coffee table with mirrors on it. If you have a small room, you can place them next to a wall and it will give an illusion of the floor extending beyond the wall.

El Canto is an ideal destination to experience green extravagance.Embedded with enchanting views of hills and Sanjay Gandhi National Park,your pleasure of a lifetime includes the conveniences at your doorstep. El canto is the meeting point of music & nature.

Today, the Dedhia Group is a family of 2500 happy home owners pushing us farther into the path of excellence and dedication. Our source of inspiration and service satisfaction- our customers have always been the sole reason we dream every day for creating skylines that dot the cityscape of tomorrow. Book your dream home in El canto & Elita for a good lifestyle.

Thursday 25 January 2018

5 Ways Your Home Can Help With Your Resolutions

Some New Year’s resolutions, such as climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro or learning to fly a plane, definitely require you leaving your house. But for many common resolutions that focus on your body, spirit and mind, there’s no reason to leave the comfort of home. Here are 5 New Year’s resolutions and ideas for accomplishing them in your house.

1. Eat healthier. Eating healthier should start right at home. Not only is cooking at home generally less expensive than eating at a restaurant, but it also allows you to monitor the type and quality of food you’re consuming. So stock up on those pots and pans and get cooking.

Tip: If you’re running low on storage space for your cooking supplies, consider adding pegboard to a wall so you can hang items

2. Get in shape. Among the most common New Year’s resolutions is to get in better shape. But that doesn’t mean you have to join an expensive gym. Finding a space in your home to use as a gym or yoga studio will allow you to get the job done under your own roof.

Tip: Any room in your house with enough floor space for a yoga mat can be transformed into a studio.

3. Get more sleep. Many studies have shown that getting a full eight hours of sleep is a key factor in good health. Whether it’s buying a new mattress or installing blackout shades, there are many ways to promote better sleep.

Tip: Make your bedroom a television-free zone to avoid late-night binge watching.

4. Read more. Whether you prefer e-readers or traditional paper books, finding more time to read can be good for your mind and spirit. Creating a cozy spot in your home with good lighting will make you want to stay in and read all the more, especially in the winter months.

Tip: Create a reading nook that can be used all day long by setting up a comfy chair next to a window for natural light and adding a lamp or sconce for reading at night.

5. Find a creative outlet. Life can be busy and filled with many practical pursuits, from going to work to washing the dog, but that’s no reason to not tend to your creative interests. Whether it’s painting, pottery or papier-mâché, find something that gets your juices flowing.

Tip: If you’re having trouble finding subject matter for your art, try reproducing a classic work until you find your voice.

What it needs:
The Bengal clock vine is a low-maintenance, evergreen plant. It grows best in moderate conditions – partly sunny, warm, gently moist weather.

El Canto is an ideal destination to experience green extravagance.Embedded with enchanting views of hills and Sanjay Gandhi National Park,your pleasure of a lifetime includes the conveniences at your doorstep. El canto is the meeting point of music & nature.

Today, the Dedhia Group is a family of 2500 happy home owners pushing us farther into the path of excellence and dedication. Our source of inspiration and service satisfaction- our customers have always been the sole reason we dream every day for creating skylines that dot the cityscape of tomorrow. Book your dream home in El canto & Elita for a good lifestyle.


Monday 15 January 2018

5 Climbing Plants Great for Indian Balconies & Gardens

In simple words, climbers here refer to the plants that grow upwards using a support (bigger plants, trees, poles or other artificial means). Climbers develop tendrils (thin extensions from the stem) or suckers (stem sprouts) for anchorage or twine themselves around their props. Although they spread naturally, their stems can be tied to lead them to extend towards a particular direction. In landscaped gardens, climbers can not only blur hard lines and soften hardscape walls, but they can also boost the colour and beauty of the space.

Ready to bring some vine goodness to your garden? If you are wondering which plants to opt for, here is a list of climbers that are just right for Indian homes like yours.

1. Bougainvillea (Bougainvillea)
Talking about climbers, the bougainvillea are the first plant genus that comes to my mind. It is a low-care vine, commonly recognised by its flamboyant clusters of vividly hued flower-like bracts (specialised leaves). The actual tiny white flowers nestle within. On closer contact one notices its liberally thorny branches. A healthy bougainvillea’s bracts (of magenta, pink, red, orange, yellow or white) create a wonderful splash of colour. Among other types of bougainvillea, B. glabra (also known as paper flower) is widely prevalent in India.

What it needs:
This ornamental plant requires full sun and well-drained soil. Water it regularly initially for steady growth, but after that make it a good, deep watering occasionally; do not over-water. It is tolerant to drought and salt, making it suitable for raising in hot, dry and coastal climates too.

2. Blue morning glory (Ipomoea indica)
Also known as blue dawn flower or koali awa, this evergreen vine features striking blue-purple trumpet-shaped flowers, dark-green velvety heart-shaped leaves and a slender twining stem. It produces fragile new flowers every day during late spring, summer and autumn.

What it needs:
Blue morning glory needs exposure to full sun, well-drained soil and regular watering when in growth. Feed it fertiliser at that time, too. It is best to shelter the plant from strong winds.

3. Devil’s ivy (Epipremnum aureum)
Devil’s ivy is commonly known as the money plant or golden pothos in India. Heart-shaped leaves with yellow or white speckles are the main characteristics of this evergreen climber vine. It is a low-care, fast-growing plant.

What it needs:
Bright, direct sunlight and low humidity do not suit this vine; a shaded or semi-shaded zone of the garden would suit it just right. Regular watering is needed in the summer months and infrequently during winter.

4. Star jasmine (Trachelospermum jasminoides)
The fragrance-laden star jasmine or confederate jasmine is an evergreen climber, but is not a true jasmine. It wears shiny green foliage and white flowers on woody stems. The five-petalled flowers blossom abundantly during the late spring and summer.

True jasmines, almost identical to the star jasmine, are juhi (Jasminum auriculatum), Arabian jasmine (J. sambac) and angelwing jasmine (J. nitidum). They are twining vines with fragrant little white flowers, commonly grown in India.

What it needs:
Although star jasmine is a hardy, winter-tolerant plant, it favours medium watering and well-drained soil. It can do well in full to partial sun conditions.

5. Bengal clock vine (Thunbergia grandiflora)
The Bengal clock vine has lovely trumpet-shaped blue flowers borne in long clusters, dense foliage and perennial growth. This native Indian plant, also known as Bengal trumpet or blue skyflower, has rope-like stems which twine only clockwise, giving it its unusual name.

What it needs:
The Bengal clock vine is a low-maintenance, evergreen plant. It grows best in moderate conditions – partly sunny, warm, gently moist weather.

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El canto is Thane’s 1st musical themed living. We are building an aspirational and emotional connect with a surprise. El Canto is also located at Ghodbunder Road, Thane’s hotspot.
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Friday 5 January 2018

5 Everyday Steps to an Environmentally Friendly Home

Follow these easy, everyday ideas to lower your household’s environmental footprint.

1. Recycle soft plastics
Although minimising use of soft plastics is the ultimate goal, plastic wraps are all around us. They appear on all manner of pre-packaged goods and are difficult to avoid altogether. Plastic bags may take at least 500 years to decompose, so instead of throwing them out collect them up in a sturdy paper bag and take them along to your local recycling point. The soft plastics can then be reused to make park benches and garden furniture. It’s not ideal, but it’s better than the alternative.

2. That’s a wrap
It’s time to rethink the way we pack our lunch boxes. Plastic food wrap is convenient but unnecessary. Invest in waste-free bento boxes for your kids’ lunches, or try beeswax paper wraps. Not only will you be helping the environment, your lunches will look super cute.

3. Grow your own greens
Grow your own veggies and say goodbye to plastic packaging for good. Spring is a great time to get started. If you have the room, raised planters such as the ones seen here are a good option. But if you’re renting or space is tight, planting veggies and herbs in pots is a good solution. In some ways pots win out – place them in a sunny spot on a deck or patio near the kitchen and you’ll always have herbs on hand to take your meals from simple to sensational. Pots are also an easy and fun way to inject colour and style, and they can easily be moved around so that they’re always getting optimal sun exposure.

4. Compost your green waste
We might not think twice about throwing away unused fruit and veggies, assuming they will harmlessly decompose in landfill, but this is simply not the case. Waste lies stagnant in landfill sites as the oxygen required for the decaying process is not available. The landfill material then releases greenhouse gases that contribute to climate change. All this can be avoided by simply composting rather than disposing of our food waste. Invest in a compost bin and your garden and the environment will soon see the benefits.

5. Be energy efficient
Although it’s tempting to throw all your clothes in the dryer after a long day at work, hanging clothes to dry outside is a far more energy-efficient option. Consider installing a hanging clothes rack in your laundry (as seen here) for days when the weather isn’t on your side.

Elita is located in Thane's prime spot Ghodbunder Road, a location with natural expanse. Elita has 22 storeyed tower and 7 storeyed eco-houses with 1, 2and 3 BHK fully air conditioned apartments.
El canto is Thane’s 1st musical themed living. We are building an aspirational and emotional connect with a surprise. El Canto is also located at Ghodbunder Road, Thane’s hotspot.
Today, the Dedhia Group is a family of 2500 happy home owners pushing us farther into the path of excellence and dedication. Our source of inspiration and service satisfaction- our customers have always been the sole reason we dream every day for creating skylines that dot the cityscape of tomorrow. Book your dream home in El canto & Elita for a good lifestyle.