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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 8:28pm On Jun 05, 2016
cleric:


Oga Segun,

I have never involved myself with anything that has to do with Brabus. But what you pointed out is very clear and his denying what is glaring is quite appalling. Sometimes, a man should apologize and if need be, clarify any thing that was misconstrued. I see no reason why he couldn't apologise then admit that it was later modified.

Apologize for making it clear from onset that I'm posting an old plan which has been modified. Or do you think I modified my comment after segcymoor quoted me? Why do you guys make an issue out of nothing?

And what will the apology do? Put an ante room in a house that doesn't have one. Or give a better sleep?

Now I understand!

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I don't have an ante and I never need one. Sorry! Visitors are either in or out not in-between. Those chairs in the pic are for visitors that made it pass my gate in case you don't know. Anything after that is the living room or dining. Abi make we show the whole house so that we can proof ante room no dey? Na wa o!

Thank you anyway for saying something about Brabus.

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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by cleric(m): 8:40pm On Jun 05, 2016
abdulwastecx:


A detailed soil test would have given you a better idea of the engineering properties of the soil, and such test may cost less than 2% of actual construction cost.

This approach is not advanced form of raft, it is still a simple grade foundation (which people like to call raft here on nairaland). The truth is any foundation built on the grade in a Sandy terrain like lekky will always settled no matter what

segcymoor:


Oga abdulwastecx and Segun,

Nice write up from both of you on the subject. Very constructive criticisms and maturity in accepting criticisms. Not everyone takes kindly to open corrections and are even willing to openly correct people.

Whether it is advanced raft foundation,a simple grade foundation, just a mere pile cap or cellular raft is not for me to say as I have no expertise in that area. However, I must state that I agree with Oga Segun on his choice of words " drastically reduce settlement". He did not say the method eliminates settlement. This system has been used by someone close to me and his 2 storey building did not settle more than 2 inches. Yes, it was marked and monitored. You will agree with me that for a building of 6 flats not to settle more than 2 inches after roofing is quite remarkable. However, note that the some other things were done prior to constructing the foundation. I must confess it is a money intensive technique but it gets the job done and gives the owner sound sleep at night.

Btw abdulwastecx, are u done with the project you were doing in the east? Are u back in lagos now? Abi u decided to return to PHC? angry

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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by cleric(m): 8:42pm On Jun 05, 2016
n3xt:


Apologize for making it clear from onset that I'm posting an old plan which has been modified. Or do you think I modified my comment after segcymoor quoted me? Why do you guys make an issue out of nothing?

And what will the apology do? Put an ante room in a house that doesn't have one. Or give a better sleep?

Now I understand!

________
I don't have an ante and I never need one. Sorry! Visitors are either in or out not in-between. Those chairs in the pic are for visitors that made it pass my gate in case you don't know. Anything after that is the living room or dining. Abi make we show the whole house so that we can proof ante room no dey? Na wa o!

Thank you anyway for saying something about Brabus.

*sighs*

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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by segcymoor(m): 8:45pm On Jun 05, 2016
n3xt:


Apologize for making it clear from onset that I'm posting an old plan which has been modified. Or do you think I modified my comment after segcymoor quoted me? Why do you guys make an issue out of nothing?

And what will the apology do? Put an ante room in a house that doesn't have one. Or give a better sleep?

Now I understand!

________
I don't have an ante and I never need one. Sorry! Visitors are either in or out not in-between. Those chairs in the pic are for visitors that made it pass my gate in case you don't know. Anything after that is the living room or dining. Abi make we show the whole house so that we can proof ante room no dey? Na wa o!

Thank you anyway for saying something about Brabus.

'Man of the people' why are you making things difficult.

Simply put u don't fancy Ante room! Good reason left to you. I respect u for ur opinion Bros.
But the fact remains that the floor plan u posted reflect a waiting room. In which according to you has being modified due to ur dislike to ante room.


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We are making reference to what we see and not what u built bro.

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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by msogunro: 8:45pm On Jun 05, 2016
EgunMogaji:


I'm just going to kidnap one of the artisans that do outdoor concrete on here. Everyone I've asked thinks they can only do outside so I will show them how to do it. It's the same thing but curing times will be different.

Some of them do fantastic outdoor work.

You won't find much stepping out of the box ideas on here but I'm used to it. My courtyard as an example, I have only found one other person doing a very small one.

But don't be dissuaded, you can get a lot of things done.

https://www.nairaland.com/3147082/stamped-concrete-floor

Excellent

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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by mufutau55(m): 8:51pm On Jun 05, 2016
n3xt:
Segcymoor, where's the ante room? Wetin I wan take am do? With all the spaces shown here and there.
So unfortunate, I cannot do a walk through video for you until December.
The porch door opened directly into the dining, with the back parlor just to the right. Once you make it past the porch, you're more than a casual friend.
Pics: 30sqm Porch and Kitchen Dry Area in case you come in wet.

Segcy is referring to the "WAITING" which is a room there...
I will also take a Waiting room as an Ante-room. I see TV and Chairs to seat o.

Hajji M.

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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 8:54pm On Jun 05, 2016
segcymoor:


'Man of the people' why are making things difficult.

Simply put u don't fancy Ante room! Good reason left to you. I respect u for ur opinion Bros.
But the fact remains that the floor plan u posted reflect a waiting room. In which according to you has being modified due to ur dislike to ante room.


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We are making reference to what we see and not what u built bro.

Me Ke? I'm only making reference to my comment on the plan posted not even the house. You know it na. When there's a comment on any drawing. You follow the comments and not the drawing because it's there for a reason.

My comment on the plan reads "Plan has been modified" and not "Plan is as-built"
So if you ignore the comment and follow the plan posted then you're the one who's wrong and not me. Do you agree?

Architects in the house, do you agree?

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@ Hajji Mufutau55,

My response above still suffice. This little thing we are talking about is very very important. Even segcymoor will agree with me that you need to pay attention to every comments on a drawing otherwise one may make a serious mistake on site.
You can go back and read my post again and my specific comment on the drawing.

The best thing to do is to ask, what modifications have you made on this drawing in case one wants to build the same house or something. Then I can come up with list of mods done.

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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by mufutau55(m): 9:04pm On Jun 05, 2016
segcymoor:

My God! So I am not blind after all?
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Now I understand d style of this 'Man of the people'

Brabus like to play with words or try to turn things around.

Comprehension? Below is his quote from the first message... never mention any modification/elimination of Waiting room...
"Otherwise, here's the old ground floor plan to see what was done. A lot of mod has been made to the guest area as it affects the upper floor."

I think I am blind too... but then I have been getting those injections in my eyeballs anyway... But I saw what you saw, Oga Segcy.

Note: Anyway it's good to know he has eliminated the "Waiting Room" in his build.
BTW... I will always have "Ante-room" or "Waiting Room" in any of my residential build. I like it, may be I am old fashioned.

Hajji M.

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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 9:12pm On Jun 05, 2016
mufutau55:


Brabus like to play with words or try to turn things around.

Comprehension? This is his quote from the first message... never mention any modification of Waiting room...
"Otherwise, here's the old ground floor plan to see what was done. A lot of mod has been made to the guest area as it affects the upper floor."

I think I am blind too... but then I have been getting those injections in my eyeballs anyway... But I saw what you saw, Oga Segcy.

Hajji M.

I like the way you put it.

My chateau is in Sagamu. Will you be able to send someone to go and get you as-built plan so that you can know what mods have been done?

They can do it as early as possible tomorrow morning.

Meanwhile, here are the mods.

- No bar
- No straight flight staircase
- No waiting room
- No guest bedroom opening to the dining
- No partitioning of the kids playroom and guest bedroom
- Double double introduced in the lobby/hallway
- TV position changed
- Double glass block flank the entry door as against one in the old drawing.

Now, if you find anything different from that by tomorrow morning 12:00 noon latest, then you can come and say something about Brabus.

I'm still struggling to understand why this is so difficult.

Should I have say "This plan is Brabus Chateau that the waiting room, guest bedroom door removed, laundry cancelled, straight flight stair cancelled..." Or "This plan is Brabus Chateau and a lot of mods have been made to the guest area"

We are not talking about one or two modifications here. More than 10 changes have been effected.

Anyway, there's no ante room in my chateau.

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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by FastShipping: 9:20pm On Jun 05, 2016
Where do they sell this type (contemporary) of furniture in Lagos? They preach we should buy in Nigeria but are everything available in Nigeria for some of us who love things that are done right.

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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Nobody: 9:23pm On Jun 05, 2016
https://www.nairaland.com/2712462/making-low-budget-5-bedroom/1

#NoDrama
#NoCondescendingRemarks
#ForumNotInUproar
#BigHatNoCattle

wink

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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 9:23pm On Jun 05, 2016
If by tomorrow I show a picture of a dog-legged staircase, someone else will say I didn't mention staircase was modified o. I saw straight flight.

If by next week, I show a picture of another double door in the living room to the family area, another person will say we are talking about what we see and not what you built.

If I show picture of a lounge without bar, some set of people will say baba baraburus, this is not what you posted online.

Na wa o!


Why ignore the comment "a lot of mod" in the first place?

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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by twinskenny(m): 9:24pm On Jun 05, 2016
FastShipping:
Where do they sell this type (contemporary) of furniture in Lagos? They preach we should buy in Nigeria but are everything available in Nigeria for some of us who love things that are done right.
I saw these type at shoprite lekki...don't know the name of store though
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Nobody: 9:28pm On Jun 05, 2016
Oh good Lord, now we're going to be deluged with pictures of "Big Boy" Diasporan returnees that have opened multi billion dollar furniture stores in Lagos - sigh.

Double sigh.

#CueNameDroppings
#CueUnverifiableBusinessAccomplishments

Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 9:29pm On Jun 05, 2016
FastShipping:
Where do they sell this type (contemporary) of furniture in Lagos? They preach we should buy in Nigeria but are everything available in Nigeria for some of us who love things that are done right.

Tomorrow morning.

Meanwhile, here's something close to the table in pic 2 picked from Romel Furnitures, ISC Lagos

Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by mufutau55(m): 9:32pm On Jun 05, 2016
n3xt:

Should I have say "This plan is Brabus Chateau that the waiting room, guest bedroom door removed, laundry cancelled, straight flight stair cancelled..." Or "This plan is Brabus Chateau and a lot of mods have been made to the guest area"
Anyway, there's no ante room in my chateau.

Some lines intentionally deleted....

Yes.. all you could have told Segcy is that "the Waiting room" has eliminated. but not to go see an Eye Doctor...
But anyway, that is what I would have said...

Some people like Anter-room (Waiting Room) and some don't.. it's not a biggie. each to its own.
Anyway case closed.

Anyway.. I am coming to your house for my Non-Alcoholic Hennessy whenever I come home... for more inspection. smiley

Hajji M.

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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by mufutau55(m): 9:38pm On Jun 05, 2016
FastShipping:
Where do they sell this type (contemporary) of furniture in Lagos? They preach we should buy in Nigeria but are everything available in Nigeria for some of us who love things that are done right.

If you don't find anything you want in Naija, import it. Furniture is now legal for importation.
But I am sure most of this furniture can be find in Naija. I like the one in the third pictures for $1599.

Hajji M.
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Nobody: 9:43pm On Jun 05, 2016
mufutau55:


If you don't find anything you want in Naija, import it. Furniture is now legal for importation.
But I am sure most of this furniture can be find in Naija.

Hajji M.

I've seen some nice stuff on Allen Avenue side.

If it has to be imported then I think the closeness of Europe (Italy, Spain, etc) can be leveraged as opposed to long far out USA.

But I'm comfortable with what I've seen at home but haven't compared prices yet.
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 9:44pm On Jun 05, 2016
mufutau55:


Some lines intentionally deleted....

Yes.. all you could have told Segcy is that "the Waiting room" has eliminated. but not to go see an Eye Doctor...
But anyway, that is what I would have said...

Some people like Anter-room (Waiting Room) and some don't.. it's not a biggie. each to its own.
Anyway case closed.

Hajji M.


He asked for eye glasses and I had to increase the font of the text for him to read a more legible words. Beside, his request was for an orator to write him an epic response...

Anyway, long and short of the whole exercise is this I'm not a fan of an ante room. Never Had, Never Will.

Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by mufutau55(m): 9:46pm On Jun 05, 2016
EgunMogaji:

I've seen some nice stuff on Allen Avenue side.
If it has to be imported then I think the closeness of Europe (Italy, Spain, etc) can be leveraged as opposed to long far out USA.
But I'm comfortable with what I've seen at home but haven't compared prices yet.

USA too... the guy lives in Furniture Mecca of USA... But I will rather buy from Naija o.
Easy export from this part of USA, unlike you, close to Hawaii. smiley

Hajji M.

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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Nobody: 9:49pm On Jun 05, 2016
mufutau55:


USA too... the guy lives in Furniture Mecca of USA...
Easy export from this part of USA, unlike you, close to Hawaii. smiley

Hajji M.

I think if I squint just right I can see Russia grin
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by msogunro: 9:51pm On Jun 05, 2016
FastShipping:
Where do they sell this type (contemporary) of furniture in Lagos? They preach we should buy in Nigeria but are everything available in Nigeria for some of us who love things that are done right.

I'm confident in the skills of the carpenters in Nigeria. During my last vacation I was in Ikorodu and I saw many very nice, contemporary furniture on display. My uncle said the carpenters are competent, but you need to make sure you pick a strong type of wood. I can't remember the name of the wood he told me. I plan to build all my furniture in Nigeria.

On a different topic, would you happen to know where one can get a very cheap, good conditiin insulated shipping container in Nigeria? 10 or 20 ft.
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by mufutau55(m): 9:52pm On Jun 05, 2016
n3xt:

He asked for eye glasses and I had to increase the font of the text for him to read a more legible words. Beside, his request was for an orator to write him an epic response...

Anyway, long and short of the whole exercise is this I'm not a fan of an ante room. Never Had, Never Will.

Anyway.. my last msg was modified to add this line:

"Anyway.. I am coming to your house for my Non-Alcoholic Hennessy whenever I come home... for more inspection. smiley"

Hajji M.
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 10:01pm On Jun 05, 2016
mufutau55:


Anyway.. my last msg was modified to add this line:

"Anyway.. I am coming to your house for my Non-Alcoholic Hennessy whenever I come home... for more inspection. smiley"

Hajji M.

Hmm! You, an ex mod on this section, mod ify your last msg to add new line that you're coming to my mod ified building which has only been visited a Nairaland mod erator, not even colleagues or clients.

I'll prepare ground a big reception. I hope you no dey shy sha! grin grin

We go treat you like village King.
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by mufutau55(m): 10:07pm On Jun 05, 2016
n3xt:


Hmm! You, an ex mod on this section, mod ify your last msg to add new line that you're coming to my mod ified building which has only been visited a Nairaland mod erator, not even colleagues or clients.

I'll prepare ground a big reception. I hope you no dey shy sha! grin grin

We go treat you like village King.

I am highly honored... No, not shy o. But I always walk with mucho entourage, more of a security personnel.
Thanks Oga Brabus.

Hajji M.

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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Nobody: 10:20pm On Jun 05, 2016
mufutau55:


I am highly honored... No, not shy o. But I always walk with mucho entourage, more of a security personnel.
Thanks Oga Brabus.

Hajji M.

Hajji Agba, ajepe aiye o..

Zebra Two Four Niner, the package is on the move, I repeat the package is on the move grin

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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by FastShipping: 10:23pm On Jun 05, 2016
msogunro:


I'm confident in the skills of the carpenters in Nigeria. During my last vacation I was in Ikorodu and I saw many very nice, contemporary furniture on display. My uncle said the carpenters are competent, but you need to make sure you pick a strong type of wood. I can't remember the name of the wood he told me. I plan to build all my furniture in Nigeria.

On a different topic, would you happen to know where one can get a very cheap, good conditiin insulated shipping container in Nigeria? 10 or 20 ft.

I don't really know.
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by agarawu23(m): 10:27pm On Jun 05, 2016
mufutau55:


I am highly honored... No, not shy o. But I always walk with mucho entourage, more of a security personnel.
Thanks Oga Brabus.

Hajji M.
baba, someone like you need security personnel's to guide u and your dollars. I heard naija is tough. grin

Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by mufutau55(m): 10:29pm On Jun 05, 2016
agarawu23:
baba, someone like you need security personnel to guide u and dollars. I heard naija is tough. grin

LOL! Did I mentioned I like this Agarawu23? I really did o.

Hajji M.

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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by mufutau55(m): 10:31pm On Jun 05, 2016
EgunMogaji:

Hajji Agba, ajepe aiye o..
Zebra Two Four Niner, the package is on the move, I repeat the package is on the move grin

LOL! I never reach that in the picture... or I don arrive be that o.

Hajji M.
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 10:37pm On Jun 05, 2016
mufutau55:


I am highly honored... No, not shy o. But I always walk with mucho entourage, more of a security personnel.
Thanks Oga Brabus.

Hajji M.

Everyone is welcome so long they pass through level 3 security for your interest and mine.
How many coming? Porch sits 10 conveniently. Lounge will do 12. Compound 40 men, 15 cars.

If there are more, we will detail them on the adjoining streets and the perimeters.


_________

#NotWastingBulletsTonight #YouWinCarryCup
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by mufutau55(m): 10:42pm On Jun 05, 2016
n3xt:

Everyone is welcome so long they pass through level 3 security for your interest and mine.
How many coming? Porch sits 10 conveniently. Lounge will do 12. Compound 40 men, 15 cars.
If they're more, we will detail them on the adjoining streets.

If I come with EgunMogaji and FastShipping... it may reach 40 peoples, otherwise... may be like 10 ppl.
So your Porch is good enough. LOL!

Hajji M.

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