Open Offices – A Boon or A Bane?

Open offices have been synonymous with flexibility, communication and collaboration. However, they are slowly losing their purpose and possibly the very thing they intended to accomplish, especially due to ever increasing complaints from employees about noise and clutter. As the saying goes “One size doesn’t fits all,” it just maybe true in the case of […]

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Building a home in virtual reality

Adaptation of technology in the real estate sector cuts down cost, enhances safety, and reduces construction time by Shrinivas Rao    We are in the era of advanced innovation. All industries and sectors of the society are developing newer technologies to suit their needs and requirements. Advancements in real estate technology have helped reduce construction […]

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An Insight into the Startup Ecosystem

Starting a new business or startup is no mean feat. While there has been a spurt in the number of startups that have mushroomed in the last few years, it involves tremendous efforts, from conceptualization, to research, to recruitment, to funding, to sustaining a new business.   While it all starts with an idea or […]

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Spelling out the Union Budget 2016-17

~By Mr. Shrinivas Rao, CEO-Asia Pacific, Vestian~ The Union Budget struck a fine balance between being “populist and reformist”. From a real estate sector standpoint, almost all segments—from housing to investments in SEZs and retail are expected to benefit from the proposed bill.  From an expectation of the industry vis-a-vis the budget announcement, here are […]

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Guidance value to be revised

Bengaluru, get ready for this year’s property revision which is most likely going to see an average rise of 10% and may even go up to 200% in some areas. According to Shrinivas Rao, CEO,Asia Pacific, vestian Global Services, bangaluru’s commercial market has been extremely good this year and if the figure is any indicating, […]

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Start-ups rev-up space demand

Within the city, South Bangaluru seems to be the hot-spot for start-ups. The area provides good accessibility and affordable price – important factors that startups consider. Grade A office space on the sought after Outer Ring Road clocked rents between Rs 50-55 sq ft per month, says Shrinivas rao, CEO-APAC, Vestian, a real estate consultancy. […]

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IT hubs fuel demand in Bannerghatta Road belt

Shrinivas Rao, CEO APAC, Vestian Global Workplace Solutions, explains the factors that work in favour of Bannerghatta Road. “The presence of ITITeS locations on Bannerghatta Road and also the region’s proximity to Electronics City as well as traditional industrial areas of Jigani and Bommasandra makes Bannerghatta Road a preferred choice for most professionals working in […]

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Just around the corner

Infrastructure influences the economic growth and real estate development of a city. Notable infrastructure projects like Mumbai Metro, Mumbai-Panvel Freeway, Monorails and the new T2 terminal of Mumbai International Airport have contributed to the city’s growth manifold. Upcoming infrastructure project include the Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA), while Coastal Road and Mumbai Trans-Harbour Link have […]

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