Meet the Mastermind Behind Construction | Expert Insights with C ER. Sagar Sarda.

In this episode of the Redevelopment Guru podcast, we’re honored to host CE Sagar Sarda, the Director at Turnkey Infracon and a prominent voice in urban redevelopment. Dive deep into the world of construction and urban transformation as Sagar Sarda shares his expertise on tackling complex redevelopment projects, overcoming industry challenges, and implementing cutting-edge strategies.

Hosted by Lakshminarayanan Selvaraj, Founder of Dreamsredeveloped, this episode offers a comprehensive look into the journey and vision of an industry leader who is redefining urban landscapes. Whether you're a construction professional, a student eager to learn, or someone interested in how cities evolve, this podcast is packed with valuable insights.

00:00 Intro
02:26 Introduction of Sagar Sarda and TurnKey Infracon
03:02 How construction techniques have evolved?
04:18 Explaining the process of building an apartment from foundation.
06:12 Difference between CC drawing and architectural drawing.
07:20 How the grade of concrete is defined for buildings?
08:30 What is an earthquake-resistant structure?
10:18 Technicalities behind basements.
17:19 Which construction technique/technology is best?
20:41 Are red bricks environmentally friendly?
21:47 Expectations from red brick walls.
26:21 Do red bricks make the temperature cooler inside the structure?
27:25 Technical advantages of plastering.
29:57 What is curing in construction?
32:43 Difference in construction time between red bricks and AAC blocks
36:07 What is Mivan?
41:02 What is RCC?
42:12 Does Mivan require more pre-construction planning than other techniques?
44:10 Is Mivan construction flexible in terms of constructing different shapes and sizes of flats?
47:30 What is PT technique?
49:34 Can we use precast techniques in residential buildings?
52:16 Cost differences between techniques for a 7-floor building
55:40 Advantages and disadvantages of different types of parking
59:07 How safe is mechanical parking?
01:05:15 About TurnKey Infracon.
01:08:01 Outro

Key Takeaways:

The core challenges and opportunities in urban redevelopment.
Innovative approaches and strategies for successful redevelopment projects.
How CE Sagar Sarda envisions the future of urban infrastructure.
Practical advice for industry professionals and aspiring civil engineers.
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Host:
Lakshminarayanan Selvaraj
Founder, Dreamsredeveloped | Indian School of Business | Chartered Accountant (First Attempt)

Guest:
CE Sagar Sarda
Director at Turnkey Infracon