Home building centre

Expand your knowledge
Our vast library of international books and magazines serves as a source of facts, tips and ideas that can help you build, buy or renovate your home. You can also check out samples and catalogues of building materials to find the ones that best suit your needs.

Get your entire workforce, right here

Access our computerized database of architects, engineers, contractors, masons, dealers and stockist of building materials, real estate agents, brokers, electricians, painters, plumbers and carpenters. It is arranged area-wise to make searching really easy.

Pick up practical knowledge

A large collection of video cassettes and CDs provide audio-visual training sessions on everything from low cost housing and technology to home design and house repairs.

Make copies for reference

You can photocopy any information that you think will help you in building or renovating your home.

Counseling Sessions

These sessions are conducted regularly by our panel of architects. Here you can get practical advice and also clarify all your doubts. The topics and timings are based on our members' convenience.

Meet the Experts

From time to time, there are special talks on various subjects-home loans, interior design, architecture, Vaastu and Feng Shui - conducted by renowned experts. It's a rare opportunity to get free expert advice that can give you innovative ideas while helping you save money.

20 ready made plans

Besides gathering useful information, you can also take a look at plans and 3D models for building a house on plots of 1.5 to 3 kottahs, for budgets ranging from Rs. 3 lakhs to Rs.7 lakhs. Looking at these functional yet beautiful houses, specially designed by our in-house panel of architects, you will be able to visualize the kind of house you can build.

Cost Analysis

These plans and models will give you an indication of costs and will also inspire you with ideas for your home.

Copy & Carry Plans

You can actually photocopy plan layouts and then consult your architect to add your own personal touch before you create the final plan for your home.

Home Preview                                                                                      

We have a unique Home Preview service where you can see what your house will look like..Just bring your plan and we'll create a 3D image of your house on the computer.

Fees

There are three categories of membership/entry facility available at the centre for a stipulated period. The following fees are applicable w.e.f. December 1, 2010.

The validity of membership starts on the day a person becomes a member of the centre and membership period is calculated from that day. General and Professional Members can renew their memberships upon payment of the above fees or the fees applicable at the time of renewal, on or after the expiry date of the membership. Membership is non-transferable and non-refundable.

Other Facility Charges

A member or a visitor has to pay up a minimum amount for using some facilities apart from normal membership fees. This includes photocopy, surfing of website and computer print-outs. These charges are payable at the time of exit.

Timings

Days : Tuesday to Sunday.
Time : 11:00 am to 07:00 pm

The centre operates on 6-day a week basis. The centre is closed on all Mondays and on national holidays.

Sukhsagar Building,

Flat 1E

2/5,Sarat Bose Road

Near Minto Park

Kolkata 700020
Tel no: 033-40033287,24851476

Email : homebuilding@in.lafarge.com
Landmark : Nr.UTI Bank