I was expecting some detailed replies :/

Hello Rahul,

There is no doubt that a corner plot provides you more open space.

However as per your details, there is a difference of 35% land area available at the same price that too in the same locality. It's a subjective choice but if I had that dilemma, I would likely choose the row plot at this much difference.

Thanks,
Nitin
CORNERSTONE DESIGNS, Bangalore

Thanks to both of you for your opinion.

I would like to add one more thing (Though I added that thing but looks like you guys missed that point.)

It has 24m wide facing road on both sides. So it has got huge (5 metre green belt on both sides) of the plot. (Plot 1 - Corner Plot)

or maybe I am using a wrong term for this green belt. I am attaching a screenshot below for more clarity.

Please check above screenshot. By greenbelt I am referring to this green area surrounding the house. Though note that in above image that green belt is hardly of 1-2 metre.

I calculated that green belt area of first plot (corner plot), it came out to be of around 330 sq yards. So if I add that area to my plot area it makes it equal to 1050 sq yards. On the other hand, area of green belt in second plot is around 107 sq yard.

First Plot Area including green belt = 720 + 330 = 1050 Sq Yards.

Second Plot Area = 968 + 107 = 1075 Sq Yards.

I know technically it's not my area and I can't do any construction on it except creating entrance stairs and car ramp but considering the fact that the built up area will be same in both plots I can use that green belt area to place some refreshing trees on both sides of the house and place gamlas on the boundary of green belt (I saw a corner house doing this and it was really soothing).

So what's your opinion now? I am totally confused.

Dear Rahul,

Going through your above mentioned query, it appears that you have a very deep love for Nature which is great.

And you are very right when you say that a corner plot provides much possibilities of doing something out of the box.

Built-up area of any home is considered by the requirements of the family members who will be living there. So overall it is going to be the same in both the cases for you,

As you are getting both plots at the same price you must realize that Plot 1 is smaller in area plus its a corner plot so if you see things with a appropriate perspective, Plot 1 is having a higher land value, which will remain same in the future also as compared to other plots.

Coming to my perspective as an Architect;

First, i believe both plots are good as per Vastu considerations as East is common in both but Plot 1 is having north too which is the best side to bring in that indoor outdoor relation you are looking for. (If its in India.)

Second, Any home is not just the area we are living in but also the area we are surrounded by. In Plot 1, you get double opportunity for everything; green belts, balconies, windows, facade and even the walkway parking.

So if I was in your place I would go with Plot 1 as I am myself a fond of nature and corner plots.

Hope this will help you a bit.

Good luck and share when you make your final decision. :)

Regards,

Ar. Ravi Prakash

Thanks a lot @Ravi for your detailed opinion :)

Hello Rahul,

May be the image shared is not to scale but the black bold line doesn't appear to be 5 m wide , considering that the corner house is 20 m wide. It appears to be 2-3 mtr odd.

If it is 5 m wide then you are lucky and already living in a jungle/park with 5 + 5 metres of yard in the entire neighborhood and to add to it you also have 30-40 metre of backyard parks marked in green for both the plots. Greenery wouldn't be a luxury in this community then.

Do you know what is the FSI and setback rules of this community. If for example FSI is 2 then the area that you are going to live in will differ substantially between the two plots.

No one would disagree with the looks of a corner home being better and airy specially if it's open from 3 sides. For us function prevails over design anyday , but as I said it's a subjective choice which would vary for individuals :) Hope you make the best choice.

BTW , just curious, which builder/city is having this 5 mtr front yard.

Thanks,
Nitin
CORNERSTONE DESIGNS, Bangalore.

Hello @Cornerstone Design Studio India

No. I don't have any idea about FSI. I will try to learn more about it.

Regarding the size of green belt, I have confirmed it from the patwari that Plot 1 has got 5 metre green belt on both sides. He told me that:

All plots with 24 metre facing road are having 5 metre green belt whereas plots with 12 metre facing road are having 2.5 metre green belt. (It's 4 or 3.5 metre in case of 18 metre road, I don't remember exactly).

About that bold line, I am sure that it is not representing width of green belt. (Check below image as that bold line is having same width for 12 metre facing plots).

So what do you think now? Should I become that lucky guy to own plot 1? Check out whole map and there are hardly 3-4 corner plots which are having 24 metre wide road on both sides. (and there are just 2 plots having North East direction) whereas there are around 50-55 plots which are similar to Plot 2nd.

About your query, It's Suncity Township - I (Sector 35, Rohtak). It's around 45 kilometres away from Delhi border.

Would you please mind elaborating this point a little bit more - "For us function prevails over design anyday". If built up area is going to be same in both plots then how it affects functionality?

Thanks a lot for your detailed input.

Hi again,

Well, you have made up your mind then go for it, the positioning the vastu is good for plot 1. You will have a home that will look bigger.

FSI indicates the built-up ratio permissible on a plot.

So, if a plot size is 2000 sqft. and the FSI of the area is 1.5 it implies that a maximum of 3000 sqft. (2000 x 1.5) of built-up area on the plot is permitted. In other words, this will allow you to build a two-storeyed home with 1500 sq.ft. area on each floor.

As you have two plots with different areas the difference in the usable or let's say built-up area will increase with FSI. If I am not wrong, it should be 1.6 in your case. Hope it is clear now that the bigger plot will become still bigger (in function) with that.

If a smaller built up area will serve your purpose go with the corner one. It is quite good plot and you will have a lot of visibility there.

Thanks,

Nitin
CORNERSTONE DESIGNS Bangalore.

hello, I am planning to build a house on a plot which has roads towards south and west. plot size is 3600 sq ft. need advice on the vastu aspect , especially the front opening of the house, I am attaching the dimension and orientation of the house. Thank you in anticipation

Dear Deepak,

S-W orientation is considered worst while considering the Vastu Aspects and architectural aspect also as temperature is very high in this zone.

But there are always solutions.
S-W is most suitable for master bedrooms and storage. Heavy built-ups should be in this zone plus the highest structure should be in this corner as well as it helps to control the temperature in other living areas.

Entrance is another major aspect of vastu and should preferably be in East, So it has to manipulated in the layout. So your main gate would be in South road but your entry door would be in east.

There are many many other things, which I may not be able to express here. For now hope this will help you a bit. :)

Let me know if you need more insights onto it.

Regards,

Ar. Ravi Prakash

Dear Deepak, the good thing of this plot is the NE corner is extended. RestMr. ravi has commented.

thank you Ravi and Libra. may I please have your number so that I can discuss the matter over phone.

Thank you all for your detailed inputs. I bought first plot yesterday :)

Congratulations from Cornerstone family!! Wish it brings a lot of luck and happiness to you!

Congrats and Good Luck Rahul :)