Articles
Practical advice for building in Nepal
Short, useful articles from our engineers and site team on planning, approvals and construction.
19 October 2026
Building an earthquake-safe home in Nepal: what the building code requires
What Nepal's National Building Code means for an ordinary family home, from column sizes and steel detailing to building shape, with the common shortcuts that make houses unsafe.
18 October 2026
Cost of Building a Home in Nepal - 2026 Budget & Square Foot Pricing
What a new house in Nepal really costs in 2026, from per square foot rates and material prices to permits, hidden extras and a worked budget for a 2.5-storey home.
18 October 2026
Naksa pass in Kathmandu Valley: steps, documents and how long it takes
How a building permit works in Kathmandu Valley, from the first drawings to the completion certificate, with the documents to collect, the rules your design must meet and realistic timings.
17 October 2026
Checking construction materials on site: steel, cement, bricks and sand
Simple checks any homeowner can do on steel bars, cement, bricks, sand and aggregate, what Nepal's standards and building code require, and which lab tests to ask for.
20 September 2026
Before you build in Kathmandu: 5 things to sort out first
Land papers, soil, drawings, budget and the naksa pass. A simple checklist for families planning a new home in Kathmandu Valley, and why each step saves time and money later.
10 August 2026
Building during the monsoon in Nepal: what to do before, during and after the rains
How to plan house construction around Nepal's monsoon. What to finish before the rains, what work can carry on safely, and how we protect concrete, steel and materials on site.