Pune-based firm Panchshil Realty is using the innovating ‘dry construction technique (DCT)’ – which is a method that reduces the use of water – at its residential project Panchshil Towers at Kharadi. The project will have four towers, totalling 500,000 sq.ft. According to the firm, this advanced technology has helped them save nearly a million litres of water so far.
Atul Chordia, Chairman, Panchshil Realty, said that his company is one of the pioneers in dry construction techniques in India. The company used paving blocks instead of concrete to build roads at the facility – this saves water and allows rainwater to percolate to the ground during monsoons which can raise the ground water table.
Dry construction technique does not use the traditional brick and mortar process, thus, accelerating the construction process by about 70%. Drywall systems are up to 8-10 times lighter than traditional brick and cement structures and provides insulation, sound proofing and a smooth finish. The cavity space between walls can be utilised to install electrical and plumbing services without recessing the walls.
The ‘dry construction technique (DCT)’ involves the use of lightweight material for the construction of interior walls, ceilings and floors using plastered or microfiber boards that are joined at the time of installing. Aluminium composite panels are used to build the façade instead of brickwork and plaster. This makes it easy to maintain and lasts longer. This system also generates minimum construction waste. Panchshil has followed this technique at other projects like Yoopune (by Philippe Starck) and Tech Park One.
Panchshil Realty is also in partnership with Trump Organization to build super luxury residential projects in Pune. Panchshil Realty projects have been awarded Platinum and Gold LEED certification.
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