What makes Chennai tick*

When the World Bank did a study to enter India, it chose Chennai ultimately to set up its operations. And Chennai real estate classifieds has recently emerged as the most attractive city for offshoring services, according to a survey by A T Kearney, global management consultancy firm. The cities have been benchmarked on three major categories like financial costs, availability of skilled manpower and business environment.

The city is home to major automobile industries and a telecom corridor to the west of Chennai real estate classifieds is opening up new opportunities for development.

South India in the last six months, according to international property consultants. A number of realty funds are currently monitoring the market scenario for strategic partnership with local players. At least three integrated townships are being planned on the corridor which will provide home to 2 lakh people likely to be employed in the coming months.

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* Roomates/Paying Guest

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* Automobiles

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* Computer

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* Pets

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* Mobiles

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* Electronics

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* Services

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* Jobs

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Prices up as demand soars

The unprecedented demand for land has sent the prices soaring and deals are clinched at

hitherto unheard of land prices on the corridor. Even in city areas land prices have skyrocketed which compelled even established property developers to shy away from the city areas and focus on suburbs.

The perception of the homebuyers has been changing rapidly from the days of just acquiring a traditional apartment to luxury apartments and penthouses that comes with a plethora of amenities. The increase in disposable income, flexibility in lending norms and multiple options and fiscal sops have convinced families to go for up market properties with little resistance on the price front. The property developers Chennai real estate classifieds too are convinced that there is enough demand for high end residential units which makes them to design projects with global partners to bring in the best technology and amenities made available in the global market. The demand from NRIs is equally strong as the city is well connected by road, sea and air.

Housing Tips

* Monsoon makeovers

The prospect of the monsoons is a very welcome one, after this blazing summer, but if you haven*t checked that leaking roof or wall, watch out!

* Sleek and stylish

It looks like a bed, but is extremely comfortable to sit on. We are talking about a daybed, a piece of furniture that is fast gaining popularity.

* Add that sparkle

Despite a host of decoratives and artifacts used for interiors, the beauty of a sparkling crystal overtakes them all.

* Its time to party at home

Whatever the occasion, your own house can be an ideal place to throw a party . House parties are a break from restaurants, are more comforting and less expensive .

* Fragrance rules

Aroma therapy is the art of healing, by the use of essential oils from aromatic plants and trees, to promote healthy body, and serenity of mind..

* For a healthy home

Declare your home a smokefree zone. Second-hand smoke can cause serious health problems, especially for children. Ask smokers to take their cigarettes outside.

* Furniture on show

Last week, the 14th edition of Furniture and Furnishing Fair was held at Nehru Centre, Worli. A variety of leading brands, including Italian, French, South East Asian, and Colonial, were on display

Quick tips

To provide optimum space usage, storage units and wall units can be used as partitions between rooms, instead of the walls.

* Is your home healthy*

If you frequently suffer from colds and other illnesses , maybe it is your home that is causing them.

* Those open spaces

Most of us tend to ignore our verandah while decorating the house. If designed properly, however, your verandah can double as your private getaway .

* Material matters

Vaastu tips from on the right selection of building materials

* Red alert!

It pays to be prepared.about fire safety measure to be adopted at residences.

* Wash in style

With innovative shapes and unique styles, wash basins have revamped themselves into exclusive items in the bathroom.

* Indulge in luxury

Forewalls with satin finished acrylic emulsion coupled with the smooth marble floors give a soothing effect to the ambience.

* The seminars: The right direction

Vastu Shastra is an ancient science, which helps one to get the natural benefits freely offered by the five basic elements of the universe in which we all live.

* Enhance your home

The right elements and accessories can add richness to the simplest interiors.

* Delicious rules

South-East is the best direction for a kitchen and North-West is the second best direction.

* Water comforts

Water fountains create a soothing environment at your home and workplace.

* Vaastu for good living and well-being

The rules of Vaastu govern good living and wellbeing of residents. Here are some do's and don'ts that you need to bear in mind while designing a home.

* A handy tool kit for every home

Put together a basic tool kit at home to fix those simple, unexpected problems, advises Leena Mudbidri.