Price of Modular Kitchens in Nepal; Cost Price per sq ft of Modular Kitchens

Modular kitchens is a popular concept in contemporary homes, as the design can seamlessly blend with the overall decor of the house. Modular kitchen is term used for kitchens which consists of factory made cabinet modules made of diversified materials to facilitate the effective usage of the spaces in the kitchen. It is an ideal solution for proper space utilisation with an elegant and chic look. The best part is that these can be designed and customized into different shapes, sizes and as and when required. A Modular kitchen gives you the freedom of carrying your entire kitchen with you if you plan to shift your home or move to a new location.

Modular Kitchens are currently in high demand in Nepal due to their sharp, attractive, adaptable, and long-lasting visual appeal.  It comes in different colors and finishes from a simple matte finish to high gloss kitchen cabinets which makes the kitchen highly attractive and stylish.

Types of Modular Kitchen Layouts
The best kitchen layout is one that suits your space without too much compromise. The six most common modular kitchen layouts are the L-Shaped, Straight Line, U-Shaped, Parallel or Galley, Island and Peninsula – each of these has it’s own advantages and makes use of the work triangle differently.
- Straight Layout- used for studio apartments.
- L-Shaped Layout- used for small kitchens.
- U-Shaped Layout- used for a large area designated for the kitchen.
- Parallel Layout/ Galley Kitchen Layout: used for the longitudinal area for the kitchen.
- Island Kitchen- used for an open plan kitchen and workspace.
- G-Shaped Kitchen- used for kitchens of small size or area.

Price of Modular Kitchens in Nepal:
Depending upon the area, requirements, brand and quality of materials, the cost of a modular kitchen may start from Rs 300,000 and can go up to Rs 10 lakhs. The overall modular kitchen cost may vary greatly, as per the requirements, size, layout, brands and quality of the materials used in the kitchen cabinets and sections.

Cost by Types of Plywood:
- Rs 1800 per square feet with C grade plywood
- Rs 2000 per square feet with B grade plywood
- Rs 2500 per square feet with A grade plywood

Types:
- Formica Modular kitchen: Average cost is 2000 per sq. Ft.
- Wooden Modular Kitchen: Average cost is 3000 per sq. Ft.

Cost to Build a House per square foot in Nepal; Price of Home Constructions in Nepal

The price to build a house depends upon the type of house you want to build, location, geographic region, cost & standard of construction materials, manpower charges, reputation of contractors. Labor and material costs make up the bulk of home building expenses, and these depend heavily on supply and demand in your area. It is highly recommended that you hire an experienced and reputed contractor, who is well aware of all the construction aspects.A good contractor or architect can provide an accurate blueprint of the design and structure of your house based on your budget and plot area, lack of knowledge and experience may lead to uncalled delays or expense due to restructuring or over usage of raw materials; an architect can even provide great assistance in finding good quality raw material at a lower cost.

Factors in Home Building Costs:
1. Size of Home and Per-Square-Foot Costs
2. Home Design and Wasted Space
3.  Finishes and Features
4. Operational Efficiency and Contractor selection

Factors that affect the construction cost of a house:
The construction cost depends on various factors such as the kind of raw materials going to be used during construction like wood, iron bars, cement, sand, labor, time of delivery, legal taxes, etc. Therefore it is idle to appoint an experienced architect who will help you not only design your house properly and but will also help you figure out the construction cost and the time frame in which your house construction will be completed.

Top factors which may affect the construction cost of the project are as follows:
- Cost of the construction material
- Construction site
- Labour Wages
- Quality of plans
- Regulator and insurance requirements
- Size of the project

Average Price:
These days construction companies have started offering various house building packages as per the demands of customers.The cost of a house building package ranges from basic package to premium package with cost starting from Rs. 3000 per sq.ft for basic package to Rs. 4300 sq. ft. for premium package. The cost may vary according to the reputation of construction companies.

Basic: Price starts from Rs. 3000/sq. ft
> Basic Faucets and Fittings
> Concrete slab in kitchen
> Aluminum Window and Wooden door frame
> Readymade doors
> Iron Railings

Economic: Price starts from Rs 3300 / Sq. ft
> Semi Modular Kitchen
> Tile in kitchen floor/balcony
> Marble in Stairs
> Underground water Tank
> Aluminum windows
> Wooden door frame
> Readymade doors
> Steel Railings
> Basic Faucets and Fittings

Standard: Price starts from Rs 3700/sq. ft
> Modular kitchen
> Tile in kitchen floor
> Tile in balcony/terrace
> Graynite in stair
> Underground water tank
> UPVC windows
> Boundary wall and gate
> Asian/Berger paints
> Branded faucets and fitting
> Wooden door frame
> Readymade customized doors
> Steel Railings

Premium: Price starts from Rs 4300/sq. ft
> All in standard
> Wooden flooring in stairs
> Wooden windows
> Wooden and glass railings
> All room parqueting
> False ceilings in living room and master bedroom
> Stone flooring

Price of UPVC Aluminium Doors, Windows and Partition per sq ft in Nepal

Your windows and doors are one of the best ways to bring the outdoors in the home and help you to connect with your exterior, as well as for safety and security. Windows and doors can help transform the look of the interior and exterior of your customers’ homes. There are various types of windows available in the market like wooden windows, aluminium windows, uPVC windows, glass windows, etc. Nowadays, uPVC and aluminium windows are more popular due to its durability, aesthetics and cost effectiveness.

The importance of UPVC/ Aluminium doors and windows are quite durable and come in a variety of styles for both doors and windows. The doors and windows are designed to withstand heavy and frequent use over time due to its structure, ensuring your property's security. Because of their excellent quality, appealing features as well as their elegant looks, they also offer a sense of class to your house.

When doing your research in finding an UPVC/ aluminium window manufacturer and supplier, you are bound to come across a number of different costs. You will find an array of pricing, from the cheapest UPVC/ aluminium window prices to more expensive prices. These prices differ as a result of the grades of aluminium used, the sizing of standard and customisation options, the size of the supplier and the business providing the product. However, it is possible to say that the cost benefit of aluminium frames is much higher than PVC or even wooden frames.

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Average Starting Price Range in Nepal as follows :
- UPVC windows price per sq. ft. : light 650 and heavy 720 with 5mm glass
- UPVC Doors price per sq. ft. : 820
- Aluminium Partitions price per sq. ft. 450
- Aluminium Windows price per sq. ft.: 600 square fit with glass
- Aluminium Door price per sq. ft.: 650 with Acc board

These costs don’t include installation which will vary depending on who is carrying out the installation. This makes it very important to compare quotes from different installers to give you the greatest chance of finding the best deal.

AAC Block Itta Price and Size in Nepal

 

AAC block (Autoclaved Aerated Concrete ) is the low density construction material prepared through the high pressure mechanism. The concrete block features good insulation system helpful in regulating room temperature, assists the earthquake resistant structure and comes at 10%-20% less cost than the clay based bricks.

It is easier to use, saves time and money in construction and provides better results as well.

Benefits of AAC block :
> Reduce Time on Construction
> Eco-Friendly
> Easily Installation
> Light Weight and Strong
> Earthquake Resistance
> Heat and Sound resistant
> Uniformity

Average price of AAC Block:
- AAC Block Size: 4 inch (600 x 200 x 100mm): starts from Rs. 130-150
- AAC Block Size: 6 inch (600 x 200 x 150mm) : starts from Rs. 190-230
- AAC Block Size: 8 Inch (600 x 200 x 200mm) : starts from Rs. 260-300
The price range varies from company to company.

Latest Land Price in Kathmandu Nepal as per Nepal Government Valuation by KMC

The Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) has taken a decision to maintain the old price for the valuation of land in the next fiscal year 2079- 2080 as well. The decision to continue the old rates for the land valuation within the metropolis was presented to the Municipal Council in the bills submitted by the metropolis on Friday (24 June 2022).

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On the basis of the location of the land and the width of the road touched by the land., price of land has been fixed by KMC. The metropolis has set the price of the cheapest land at Rs .4 million per aana (NPR 4 Lakh per aana) and the most expensive Rs 5 million per aana ( NPR 50 Lakh per aana) within the Kathmandu metropolitan area. The metropolis collects property tax according to this price rate.

As per the government assessment, the most expensive areas having land price of 50 Lakh per aana area as follows (connected to main road): Durbar Marg, Jamal, Sundhara, New Road, Hanuman dhoka East, New Road, Old Metropolitan, New Road, Peeplebot, New Road Khichapokhari, Dharahara, Thamel, Chhetrapaati, Jamal, Bishwajyoti, Tindhara Pathshala area.

Similarly, other expensive areas connected to main road are as follows: Kathmandu Plaza, Maiti Ghar, Singha Durbar West Gate, Putali Road, Krishna pauroti, Hattisar, Kantipath, Ghantaghar, Nepal Airlines Corporation, Bir Hospital, Tripureshwor, Ratna Park, Shahid Gade, Old Bus Park, Bhadrakali and other places. These areas are also valued at Rs 50 lakh per aana.

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OPC and PPC Cement price in Nepal

Cement production in Nepal has been growing sharply over the past few years. The industry is among the country's most flourishing business sectors as the demand for cement is constantly rising. The Nepali cement industry is growing strong due to the increased demand post-earthquake. In addition, some major projects in hydropower and road network expansion and other construction initiatives taken by the government have been contributing to the growth.

There are two type of Cement in the market OPC and PPC.Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC) is the most common and popularly used cement in the world, but another option which is Portland Pozzolana Cement has also risen to prominence in recent times.


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OPC is the acronym commonly used in reference to Portland Cement (or Ordinary Portland Cement, which explains the “O” in the acronym). It is the most common cement type used worldwide. OPC is the basic component used for concrete, mortars, stucco, and other common construction essentials that require cement in the mixture.Ordinary Portland Cement is the most prevalent because of the readily available raw materials in the area where it is produced. This is also why OPC is an ideal option for cement needs throughout the world today as the costs of producing it is very low without compromising quality.

Portland Pozzolana Cement (PPC) is a variation of OPC which includes a mixture of a pozzuolanic material which can increase the strength of the concrete and reduce the amount of OPC used.

PRICE of PPC and OPC cement ( Rs per 50 kg sack) according to Brand:

Brand : Advance Cement
OPC cement – Rs 735- Rs 775
PPC cement – Rs 650 to Rs 660

Brand : Agni Cement
OPC cement –
PPC cement – Rs 640 to Rs 680

Brand : Advance Cement
OPC cement – Rs 735- Rs 775
PPC cement – Rs 650 to Rs 660

Brand : Agni Cement
OPC cement –
PPC cement – Rs 640 to Rs 680

Brand : Alfa Cement
OPC cement – Rs 780
PPC cement –

Brand : Ambe Cement
Ambe Hi-Tech OPC cement – Rs 750
PPC cement - Rs 680

Brand :Ambuja Cement
OPC cement - Rs 620
PPC cement -

Brand :Arghakhanchi Cements
OPC cement - Rs 790
PPC cement - Rs 595
OPC cement – Rs 780
PPC cement –

Brand :Ambe Cement
Ambe Hi-Tech OPC cement – Rs 750
PPC cement - Rs 680

Brand :Ambuja Cement
OPC cement - Rs 620
PPC cement -

Brand :Arghakhanchi Cements
OPC cement - Rs 790
PPC cement - Rs 595


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Brand :Bishal Cements
OPC cement - Rs 715
PPC cement - Rs 615

Brand : Brij Cement
OPC cement - Rs 750
PPC cement - Rs 630

Brand : Buddha Cement
OPC cement - Rs 742
PPC cement - Rs 620

Brand : CG Cement
OPC cement - Rs 720
PPC cement - Rs 620

Brand : Ghorahi Cements
OPC cement - Rs 800
PPC cement - Rs 690




Brand : Hetauda Cement
OPC cement - Rs 910
PPC cement -

Brand :Hongshi Shivam Cement
OPC cement - Rs 740
PPC cement - Rs 640

Brand :Jagdamba Cement
OPC cement - Rs 650
PPC cement - Rs 550

Brand :Mangalam Cement
OPC cement - Rs 760
PPC cement - Rs 675

Brand :Maruti Cements
OPC cement - Rs 770
PPC cement - Rs 690

Brand : Nirman Cement
OPC cement - Rs 590
PPC cement - Rs 480

Brand : Pyuthan Cement
OPC cement - Rs 750
PPC cement - Rs 640

Brand : Reliance Cement
OPC cement - Rs 740
PPC cement - Rs 685

Brand : Riddhi Siddhi Cement
OPC cement - Rs 820
PPC cement - Rs 650

Brand : Saptakoshi Cement
OPC cement - Rs 710
PPC cement - Rs 590

Brand : Sarbottam Cement
OPC cement - Rs 750
PPC cement - Rs 650

Brand :Shalimar Cement
OPC cement -  
PPC cement - Rs 640

-Shivam Cement
OPC cement - Rs 820
PPC cement -

Brand :Siddhartha Cement
OPC cement -  
PPC cement - Rs 625

Brand :Tansen Cement
OPC cement - Rs 550
PPC cement - Rs 630

Brand : Trisakti cement
OPC cement - Rs 780
PPC cement - Rs 680

Brand : Udayapur Cement
OPC cement - Rs 810
PPC cement - Rs 940

- United Cement
OPC cement - Rs 750
PPC cement - Rs 715

Brand : Vijaya Cement
OPC cement - Rs 760
PPC cement - Rs 645

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How Much Does It Cost to Build a New House in Kathmandu ?

Building a home provides the ability to have control over the space, how it looks, and its layout.But building a home can be a challenging and complicated process, including determining the costs.  The type of home build, standard of construction materials and who is building it can also impact costs. The average cost to build a 1000 sq.ft. one storey home in the Kathmandu ranges from Rs. 32,00,000- to Rs. 60,00,000 depending upon cost of building material and contractor's fee.

Considering house details as follows:
> Area: House spread over 1000 sq.ft in a 4 aana area
> No. of Floor/s: One
> No. of rooms: 4 ; 3 rooms of 11 ft by 13 ft; Living room of 13 ft by 15 ft; Bathroom of 7 ft by 5 ft

1. Iron: requires 6 tonnes of Steel : Rs. 5-6 Lakh

2. Cement:
Requires 220-240 sack of OPC Cement (Rs. 850 per bag) and 80 sack of PPC Cement ( Rs. 780 per bag): Rs. 2.65 Lakh

3. Brick:
No.of Bricks: 11-12 Thousands; Cost of one brick: Rs. 15/-; Total: Rs. 1.80 Lakh

4. Sand:
Per Tipper cost of Sand: Rs. 27-28,000; Requires 6 Tipper  of Sand; Total: Rs. 1.68 Lakh

5. Pebbles:
Per Tipper cost of Pebbles: Rs. 30,000; Requires 7 Tipper of Pebblesne; Total: Rs. 2.10 Lakh

6. Window-Door:
No. of windows: 6, No. of doors: 7; Cost of one window: Rs. 25,000 and Cost of One of door: Rs. 18,000; Total: Rs. 2.83 Lakh

7. Bathroom: Rs. 60 thousand

8. Kitchen: Rs. 1 lakh 1.50 Lakh

9. Coloring : Rs. 1.80 Lakh

10. Contractor's Fee: Rs. 4.50 Lakh

11. Water Tanks: Total Rs 1.65 Lakh
- Safety Tank: Rs.40,000/-
- Reserve Tank: Rs. 80,000/-
- Water Tank (1000 litre): Rs. 45,000/-
- Tank-Stand: Rs.15,000-30,000/-

12. Railing: Rs. 70-80 Thousand

13. Electricity/Wiring Fittings: Rs. 2.50 Lakh

14. Pipe Fittings: Rs. 1.50 Lakh

15. Compound Gate: Rs. 50 Thousand

Approximate cost of Building a one Storey Home in Kathmandu per square feet starts from Rs. 32 lakh onwards.

Price of iron and steel in Nepal

"Price of iron, steel fluctuating in market ‘depending on demand’"

Price of iron has been fluctuating in the domestic market over months.

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The price of iron and steel has, of late, been fluctuating by Rs. 10-15 per kilogram in the market, depending on their market demand, said Rabi Singh, president of the Federation of Contractors' Association Nepal (FCAN).

The market price of a kilogram of iron is now Rs. 65-67 which was Rs. 72 two months ago. In December last year, iron price had increased to Rs. 72 from Rs. 58 per kilo.


"The suppliers increased the price of iron artificially when the construction works resumed in the country. The iron price went up with its increasing demand," he said.

They have hiked the iron price by 30 per cent to Rs. 72 per kilogram from Rs. 58 without any reason, he said.

However, the suppliers claimed that they increased the iron price after its demand increased, as they faced losses by selling at a cheaper price than the cost price due to declined demand.

The price of iron increased noticeably two months ago after the government amended the Procurement Act, thinking that the amendment would lead to an increase in the demand for the construction materials.

However, the demand for iron could not increase as they had expected, prompting the suppliers to cut steel price again.

"Not only this time, every year, have the supplier tended to increase iron price at the end of Poush when the construction works normally begin," he said.

"The suppliers are cheating the people by taking advantage of the facilities provided to them by the government to import iron ore paying only 5 per cent customs. We have to pay 30 per cent tax for importing the finished goods. So, the suppliers are cashing in on the facility," he said.

He said that there was space for the suppliers to hike price of iron in line with the imported ready iron.

Singh asked the government to allow the contractors to import finished goods at 15 per cent tax which would help control the artificial price hike of suppliers.

The current price of iron has been lower than five years ago when the price of iron had reached Rs. 90 per kilogram.

The price of cement had remained the same. Per sack of cement (50 kg) is now available at the range of Rs. 550 to Rs. 650 in the market. A year ago, the customers had to pay Rs. 850 to Rs. 950 for the same amount of cement

An increase in the production of cement following the establishment of many cement factories contributed to the decrease in cement price.

Kiran Sakha, chairman of Sakha Group, said that the price of iron rods had been fluctuating in the domestic market as per the import price of iron billet.

“The price of iron rods increased to Rs. 70 per kilo a month ago in the domestic market as the price of iron billet rose to US$ 430 per tonnes from US$ 340,” he said.

The iron and steel suppliers have been compelled to sell their products at a price lower than the purchased price only to give continuity to their businesses, he said.

Saroj Kumar Pradhan, spokesman at the Ministry of Physical infrastructure and Transport, said that they had not received any information on artificial price hike of iron rods in the market.

He, further, said that the contractors had no right to delay the construction work citing that an increase in the price of iron rods.

source: risingnepaldaily, 4 March 2020