1. Interior Design Vendors and Quotes:

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Which interior design vendors have offered group discounts to owners?

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Several vendors have provided exclusive offers to owners:

• Builder Interiors: Quoted 25% higher than Homelane/Livspace for similar quality, uses MDF materials 

• Karighar: 15% discount (valid until July 31, 2023), luxurious but expensive (~₹35L+ for a 3BHK with design modifications).

• Interazzo: ₹125 per sqft discount (offer ending soon as of July 26, 2023), premium finishes available.

• Interior Bazar: Mentioned, but no specific quote details shared.

• Asian Paints: Offers Sleek line, distinct from Builder’s offerings 

• Signature Design Studio: 27.5% discount for owners, good feedback on work at Builder HRC

• New Mataji Interiors: Affordable option with work showcased at Prestige Ferns 

• Atticarch: Architect-driven, 10-15% higher than modular firms, no catalog designs 

• Design Cafe: 25-28% discount, higher with referrals 

• Homelane: 28% flat discount

• Melb Designs: Turnkey projects

• Mana Capitol Sunil Interior: Good finishing, contact Sunil 

• Bonito: Quoted ₹18L for a 1507 sqft flat (fixed furniture, one Aristo wardrobe, acrylic kitchen tops, includes POP) 

 

What are typical costs for a 3BHK interior project?

Costs vary by scope and vendor:

• High-end (e.g., Karighar/Builder): ~₹27L (model flat, including dado wall panels, excluding loose furniture and false ceiling)

• Mid-range: ~₹18L (decent fixed furniture, excluding loose furniture and false ceiling) 

• Low-budget (rental): ~₹13L (basic interiors) 

• Bonito Example: ₹18L for 1507 sqft (fixed furniture, POP included) 

• Karighar Example: ~₹35L+ for a 3BHK with customizations

 

Are there any reviews of specific interior companies?

Feedback from group members includes:

• Bonito: Good design sense, execution quality lasts over 5 years, but customer onboarding and cost transparency need improvement (~₹16L + ₹2-3L extra) 

• Interazzo: Positive interest, but delays in handover have paused finalizations

• Signature Design Studio: Positive reviews for work at Builder HRC and HRC Pristine, detailed execution

• Carafina: Mixed reviews—finishing issues, poor post-handover service, questionable Aristo wardrobe quality 

• Atticarch: Unique architect-driven approach, promising but pricier 

• Tesor Design: Positive feedback 

• New Mataji Interiors: Affordable, good work showcased at Prestige Ferns

 

Do vendors require upfront payments for design or quotes?

• Karighar: No upfront payment for basic group quote; detailed quotes require engagement

• Bonito: 5-10% non-refundable payment after initial discussion to start design phase 

• D-Life: ₹80K non-refundable booking amount, no store credit 

 

2. Specific Home Improvements

 

Utility Area

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Can the utility slab height be increased before handover?

No, Builder does not allow changes to the utility slab height pre-construction 

 

How to adjust the utility slab height post-handover?

Install new countertops at ~37 inches (94 cm) to fit dishwashers, often removing the original granite slab. Stands (1.5-5 inches) are used to fine-tune height.

 

How many tiles are needed for the utility area in a 3bhk flat?

Approximately 200 sqft of wall tiling is estimated for flat’s utility area. Add 10-20% extra for wastage

 

What are the costs for tiling the utility area?

• Vibhu: ₹80/sqft (material excluding tiles), ₹50/sqft (labor only) 

• Unnamed Vendor: ₹5k labor for 200 sqft (tiles separate) 

• Shyam (SLV Ceramics): ₹50/sqft labor

 

Who are recommended vendors for utility sliding windows?

• Padmadas Kadakkal: Invisible grills and sliding options

 

Balcony Design

 

Can balcony grills or enclosures be installed?

Yes, allowed post-Occupancy Certificate (OC). Invisible grills and PVC/WPC panels are popular 

• Vendor: Surety Invisible Grills (Padmadas).

• Cost: Varies by design, not specified.

 

Who can install balcony flooring and roofing?

• Prakash POP: Reasonable rates for WPC/PVC panels

 

Electrical and Plumbing

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Who are recommended electricians for full-house wiring or miscellaneous work?

• Kisan Kaveri Electricals: Installed inverters in shaft 

• Ganpati Electricals (Sarjapura Road): Competitive rates

• Raju (Homelane): Good job reported

• Manoj (Sreem): Recommended

 

What are the costs for shifting electrical points during interiors?

Specific costs are not detailed, but inquiries suggest variability—contact vendors for quotes 

 

Can Builder plumbers install multi-functional kitchen sinks with extra points?

Yes. 

 

Air Conditioning (AC)

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Are core cuttings allowed for AC installation?

No, Builder does not permit core cutting. Pre-existing AC points (disguised as light points) are available 

 

Who installs ACs at PROJECT?

• Climate Tech (Nishad): Contact shared on March 22, 2025. Costs not specified.

 

Does LG dual inverter AC fit Builder’s drain holes?

Yes, installed successfully. No plug included—installation may require extra cost.

 

Is a stabilizer needed with an inverter AC?

Not necessarily; inverter ACs handle fluctuations, but a separate stabilizer is recommended for large appliances

 

Painting

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Color used in apartment

1- Brand: Jotun

2- Code: Morning glory 0765

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Who are recommended painters post-interiors?

• ​Thomas (Asian Paints): Reliable

• Bibhu: Paint and tile work

• Sajjanshetty (Asian Paints): Excellent work

• Prem Yadav: Ongoing work, feedback pending

 

False Ceiling and POP

 

Who does false ceiling or POP work without moving fire sprinklers?

• Prakash (False Ceiling Onkar): Good work

• Dinakar (Builder Interior Design): Possible option

 

Can fire sprinklers be moved?

Yes, with Builder’s approval.

 

Doors and Locks

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Can room doors be changed or realigned?

Allowed with CRM approval, but Builder won’t assist unless faulty 

 

How do I replace bathroom door locks?

Dorset 70mm silver satin locks (CL107SS) fit doors, ₹743.67 each at Pratibha Hardware. DIY possible

 

Kitchen Fixtures

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What are recommended kitchen sinks?

• Carysil Quartz: High quality, price list shared

• Faber: Good discounts at Marthalli store (+91 78297 10280).

 

Where to buy quartz sinks at a discount?

Faber store in Marthalli offers competitive prices

 

Lighting

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What wattage is recommended for washroom ceiling lights?

2 panel lights at 6 watts each are bright enough

 

What are popular ceiling light brands?

• HOMEMATE: 100% smart lights

• Wipro: Smart lights used

 

Where to buy affordable lighting?

Chikpet (Yogesh Srinivasa Lamps) offers cheaper options.

 

Furniture and Accessories

 

Where can I buy premium sofas and beds outside interior companies?

• Stanley: High-end but costly

• Simply Sofa/Sofas and More: Good options

• Austin, Ashley: Recommended

 

Are IKEA curtain rods recommended?

Yes, IKEA curtain tracks are used successfully

 

Where to buy mirrors?

Touch2Switch recommended 

 

Where to buy fans?

Kamlesh (Kaveri) delivers fans

 

Where to buy collapsible balcony mesh?

Fathima

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Miscellaneous

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Who does garden landscaping?

Fairoz (Greenspace Design) for artificial gardens

 

Where to buy hardware nearby?

• Saini World: Handles and more

• Ganpati Electricals: General hardware 

 

How to dispose of wooden waste from interiors?

Interior teams or HK (via tractor, ~₹2.5k/load) can dispose of it 

 

3. Technology and Appliances

 

What inverter capacity is needed for a 15xx sqft 3BHK?

• Luminous 1550 Ecovolt (120Ah battery): Used in a 4BHK, acts as UPS 

• Luminous Models with AVR: Optimus 2800+, iCruze 5000+, Cruze 2.5 KVA 

 

Where to buy inverters and stabilizers?

• Kisan Kaveri Electricals: Shaft installations

• Ganpati Electricals: Competitive rates

 

Has anyone installed MyGate locks?

Inquiry made, no reviews yet ).

 

How to install CCTV or baby monitors?

Qubo cameras used; DM Vikas (+91 77605 39017) for details 

 

Where to buy geysers?

• Kisan Kaveri Electricals: Matches online prices, 25L recommended over 15L 

• AO Smith: 15L ranges from ₹6k (Amazon) to ₹11k (official site).

 

What internet providers are available, and who installs them?

• ACT: Installed by Swamy (replaced Suresh), good connectivity but average router range. Mesh routers suggested for better coverage.

 

4. PROJECT Policies and Services

 

Does PROJECT have power backup?

Yes, but some owners install inverters for fluctuations

 

Is noiseless work (e.g., Urban Company cleaning) allowed on Sundays?

Should be allowed, but check with FMD . Rules may evolve with penalties

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How much does Nemmadi charge for inspection, and when can it be done?

₹11k; can be done pre-handover with permission, though later wings faced restrictions 

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Will Builder fix snags post-handover if the snag list was signed blank?

Yes, if reported to CRM via email, even after signing

 

5. Rituals and Miscellaneous

Who conducts housewarming (Griha Pravesh) pooja ?

Bijay Pandey (Panditji) is recommended—detailed, good feedback. Check food preferences 

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Gas Agency nearby:

Maruthi HP Gas co​

 

How soon GAIL GAS pipeline will be done?

The question is different than when you can start using the actual supplied gas.

The pipeline and meter installation may be completed along with the project. But one can only be used the gas for cooking when it is supplied. This date may not be known at this point of time.

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What are typical car park charges?

2000-2500 per month (based on the feedback received)

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