What to Ask an Architect Before You Start
July 11, 2026
Ten questions that separate a smooth project from a stressful one — before any drawings exist.
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Resources & Insights
Ideas, Advice &Inspiration.
Practical articles on architecture, interior design, landscape, materials, budgeting and project planning in Bangladesh — written by the Sthapothyo team.
Architecture & Planning
Practical insight on designing, approving and building in Bangladesh.
How Much Does It Cost to Design a House in Dhaka? (2026 Guide)
July 11, 2026
Design fees, drawings, approvals and what drives the number up or down.
ReadThe Hidden Costs of Cheap Drawings — And How to Avoid Them
July 10, 2026
Why the cheapest drawing set is rarely the cheapest building.
ReadInterior & Landscape
Ideas for making the rooms you live in — and the gardens around them — work harder.
Designing Interiors for the Bangladeshi Climate
July 9, 2026
Humidity, heat and monsoon light — and the materials and layouts that cope with them.
ReadRooftop Gardens That Survive the Summer
July 8, 2026
Planting, drainage and shade choices for a terrace that still looks good in May.
ReadCustom Joinery vs Ready-Made Furniture: What Is Worth It?
July 7, 2026
Where made-to-measure pays for itself, and where off-the-shelf is the smarter buy.
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