Building an Epic Office in 30 Days: The Versatility of Precast Concrete Panels

Kingdom Precast decided to use their technology to build their 2-floor office block. The structure was put up in a month, while Sammy and his team took their time with the finishing of their office. This office design can also work as a house design.
Here are some details:
-The structure is built entirely using precast panels and steel
-Even the slab base is made of precast panels
-The floor area is 147 SQM
-Structure cost = KSh 2.8M (USD 19.9K)
-Finishing cost = Ksh 1.2M (USD 8.4K)
-Total cost = Ksh 4M (USD 28.2K)
-It has a flat rooftop balcony.
-The panels height: ground floor = 3m, 1st floor = 2.5m, parapet wall = 1m
-MasterSeal waterproofing was applied for the roof top balcony
-Crown's Transeal clear sealer was painted on the exterior walls of the office as a varnish
-The steel columns were plastered and hidden with concrete to blend in with the façade of the structure
Enjoy the construction updates in the video. I'll come back and do a final tour of the office later on.
CONTACTS:
Sammy Wambua (Client & Supplier of precast panels) [phone]
Location: Northern Bypass Road, Ruaka
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CHAPTERS
0:00-25th February update (introduction to the office project)
2:40-11th March update (casting the 3 inch concrete slab on top of the panels)
6:25-25th March update (discussion with Sammy; casting the roof top slab; structure complete)
15:21-22nd April update (Arch. Raphael's walkthrough of the office structure)
31:35-Finishing update (walkthrough with Sammy)

[@PropertyNoma]

Kingdom Precast decided to use their technology to build their 2-floor office block. The structure was put up in a month, while Sammy and his team took their time with the finishing of their office. This office design can also work as a house design. Enjoy the video. CONTACTS Sammy Wambua [phone] Arch. Rafael Njoroge [phone]

[@tfl4963]

💯🙏.

[@Firog6004]

This is the best video on this precast series because it's shows proof of concept by the actual manufacturer.

[@paulmusyoka7310]

Now this is an actual specimen project. Step by step guide and an admirable outcome. Loved it.

[@chrismartinshazz]

I see myself borrowing the whole architectural idea for my maisonette. I have watched almost all your videos about precast and this video has sold me on the idea of precast, since I only saw precast for bungalow's, now with the precast slab, a big game changer. And I love nature, natural light, big windows is a plus.

[@PropertyNoma]

Go for it!

[@mariediauma5766]

Thanks showcasing the maisonette style with precast for my future house building God willingly soon my project will be commencing🙏🙏

[@Antonio-ti2he]

Excellent video! Thank you. Amen. We honor God first.

[@cyprianotieno7088]

Doing a great job & Mr. Rafael the architect understands his job well . 👍

[@brodwellington1626]

Well done guys. Sammy's concept looks fabulously natural and neat too. I love this show case.

[@briannjoroge2344]

wow! Nick you have outdone yourself with this one! Seeing the project from beginning to completion is just so wonderful and wholesome. I have so many ideas for my own future project. Shukran sana!

[@PropertyNoma]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@mathendumuia9984]

I visited the office before it's completion. An excellent one

[@Dan-gh1xk]

Great stuff ...kudos guys👍🏼

[@freddiejuma6245]

Am now More convinced that precast concrete is the way to go

[@ianjesse8525]

Not alone me too I would use precast concrete build my house

[@theoddacitymentor]

Interesting twist. Best advertisement. Supplier as client !

[@PropertyNoma]

I know, right?

[@theoddacitymentor]

Yep@@PropertyNoma

[@Nelcn]

Wwwooooooowwwww!!!! This project is amazing!!

[@ireneN3380]

Thanks Nick, I hope to visit their office and finally see a finished product practically and get a better understanding especially how the panels connect with the foundation.

[@susangichuhi]

Very detailed, that's a good job done.

[@PropertyNoma]

Thank you very much!

[@kmash05]

This is excellent👏🏾👏🏾 the best way to market one's products will definitely visit kingdom precast👌🏾

[@williamamwayi7888]

Big up Nick. This technology is revolutionary. Excellent coverage.

[@DouglasMkulima-rl9ox]

Great job 👍👍👍

[@ClaytonOmwanga]

Very impressive. The best video I have watched on precast panels. I had many questions that this video has answered. Kudos.

[@PropertyNoma]

You're welcome Clayton

[@tfl4963]

❤ Love this Beautiful 3 level Private Business Office block! Excellent interview Nick with Client Wambua and Architect Njoroge supervising his innovative ideas on the whole project 💯 💯 🙏 🙏.

[@georgeochieng6625]

Nice job guys ❤❤❤

[@th82m26]

Good presentation, the constructor has confidence in his work

[@zippynjeri8984]

Ni kwa camera tu. Try at your own risk.

[@johnmugambi5170]

​@@zippynjeri8984bona ?

[@purityfrancis813]

@Zippy,have u had bad Experience with them or the product?

[@markweekes8858]

I love the a Efficiency of the assembly work and the lower cost. Would love to use pre cast in Ghana.

[@marash3231]

I really enjoyed seeing the project, an innovative solutions for building 👍🏾. I would love to see this in Caribbean.

[@lionelcox9119]

I'm seeing you all putting 🎉some colored broken glass in some of the panels mix, then polishing them and used them as counter top

[@esthermaina3825]

I know what you mean, as in to come up with a "precast concrete granite top" 😅😅

[@kuragididat3402]

Thanks for this upload . Been wondering how the storied precast rentals went through and this upload comes and addresses all the questions I had . Thinking of a couple projects and ideas , will definitely get in touch with the Architect and Wambua amazing work . To think how much I wanted to do a pre cast house 10years ago but couldn’t do so because it was still new and expensive .

[@PropertyNoma]

Glad it was helpful!

[@user-sz9hq6qx1w]

This is pretty amazing. Thank you for sharing. Just one question regarding access to the upper floors for persons with disabilities.

[@BerylAkullah]

Great video, and a big fan of your work. structurally you have showcased a lot what is still missing is on the aesthetics bit since precast are so modular how can the architect modify especially the exterior it would be great to see videos on moulding, window sills and other exterior aesthetic work that can be done on precast walls

[@PropertyNoma]

Coming up in the next video

[@mustolourien5823]

Nice job, majaliwa

[@cashauto3349]

this is good

[@tomumutiso]

Content worth watching... Thanks guys... Looking forward to contact you soon...

[@PropertyNoma]

Always welcome

[@vincentagalo4062]

I really love Raphael's work. There is a video you did with him of two floors bet sitters. How far is the project, kindly do a video on it please

[@cashauto3349]

waiting too

[@loishaldemann6166]

Show us soon

[@zippynjeri8984]

Hmm. I gave him a job na ni ulcers tu ananipea. I have been diagnosed with ulcers and pressure na anxiety juu yake. Approach at your own risk. I regret to my grave.

[@loishaldemann6166]

@@zippynjeri8984 what was the problem

[@vincentagalo4062]

@@zippynjeri8984 this is serious. I would request Nicholas muema to kindly make a follow up on this, for the sake of the good work you are doing on the channel, help the lady please coz am sure he knew Rafael through your channel

[@jackienjunge5134]

This is really nice. I look forward to make visit to your office and see this development. Well done 👍

[@i.luttah7610]

Always impressed

[@moseswafulakhaemba8052]

This is very nice ,I am thinking of using your materials for a four storey rental house.

[@jessykerigo4857]

Hi, super interested in your videos. You're team is doing a wonderful job- Great work! Would you guys showcase a construction in Mombasa- where often enough the environment is different- would construction be similar or have a different set of benefits and challenges?

[@DouglasMkulima-rl9ox]

Wish to see you in kisii guy, i want to build a house at my place

[@jamesmwangi6004]

Nice presentation. Can precast technology be used for for 5 storey building

[@Firog6004]

While we are complaining about the rise in the cost of construction, new technologies are making it cheaper to build.

[@nyarjaber4080]

Great project 👏🏿👍🏾. How many months has it taken to construct?

[@PropertyNoma]

It took a month to set up the structure, but the finishing took a while according to the pace of the clients

[@Welcome_Gaminh123]

In this project sammy said it's 145sqm is it per floor or for the whole building? Please specify for me..Thanks

[@grichmantosh4156]

Good job. Tried getting in touch with Kingdom precast and no response

[@user-og1nn9qu4n]

Kindly show the completed structures with air-conditioners installed that is, cassette AC or Split AC please.

[@realproperty7]

Ruaka is a cold area, no AC necessary.

[@fredrickokoth1578]

Good job Nick,are the slab precast panels customized to the length of the floor slab?

[@PropertyNoma]

Yes they are

[@fredrickokoth1578]

@@PropertyNoma Nice, am finally convinced to use RHS and precast panels to build a mansionate

[@TevinKonde]

Are there any training courses on this technology

[@CurtisAlbert]

amazing. how much for the whole project so far?

[@PropertyNoma]

Ksh 4M

[@EliasGikonyoMogul]

Quick question, was the support for the floor done purely with metal or was there use of concrete beams?

[@PropertyNoma]

Purely steel

[@NickiChannel]

Can the pre cast panels be delivered to ghana?

[@Akhi-Mo]

hi nick , The wall panels & roof panels used are they the same panels ? if not so what is the differents between them panels ?

[@PropertyNoma]

Yeah the walls and roof used the same panels

[@Akhi-Mo]

@@PropertyNoma thank you for the quick answer bro , Keep going my brother you are doing great jop with your chanel

[@gilbertnyachae5079]

Chinese technology in Kenya 🤔...I appreciate your job

[@kuragididat3402]

Can this be done in phases if one doesn’t have the full amount ready ?

[@PropertyNoma]

Yeah it's possible

[@lionelcox9119]

You all should make beach fatalities, for, Black acres of the Gambia.. ah lil beach ⛱️🏖️⛱️ house, would be great publicity, on your way to go Africa wide..

[@mcjuliushills6649]

I need to know more about this precast wall. I do have a investment plan with this company.

[@markweekes8858]

Any pre cast concrete in Ghana!

[@jamesw-g5094]

Well done Sammy. God bless your good work. I plan to do a 3 bedroom bungalow in rural , some 45km away from your office in Githunguri soon. Kindly send your contacts. James

[@PropertyNoma]

Kindly check his contacts in the description or pinned comment

[@kevoprezzo]

Nick, thanks for the Informative contents on different building Technologies. My question however is, how strong is the precast concrete as a slab, how much weight can it hold?

[@PropertyNoma]

This will be determined by your structural engineer. A precast panels slab will need steel beams and columns for support

[@stephenchomba9770]

You forgot to ask the number of panels used. I would really like to know

[@dicksonnjeru]

The work is awesome...very beautiful can l get the contact of the architect please...

[@PropertyNoma]

Arch Rafael Njoroge [phone]

[@KenOgweno]

I have been watching your videos and I must admit that they an eye opener. However, I have a question. Can one use this method to build slowly especially if you are limited financially? That is can I do the structure first and then take a break and continue later?

[@PropertyNoma]

Yes, you can start with the structure first, then continue with the finishing at your own pace

[@FredOtieno]

​@@PropertyNomaI did not see usual pillars being used. Does that mean that the steel beams can hold the weight?

[@PropertyNoma]

@@FredOtienoSteel RHS columns were used in conjuction with steel I and RHS beams

[@KaburuMNgariama]

Great work. One observation......the architect has used technical abbreviations that are not quite known to many viewers. It would help if he used full descriptions which you can then abbreviate. Lest we get lost in rewinding the vid as we pause to ask Mr. Google for the meaning of terms

[@PropertyNoma]

I've noted this for better quality presentation of my videos

[@newtonmurugu6195]

Where's this building located? I want to see

[@PropertyNoma]

Northern Bypass Road, Ruaka Kenya

[@roseceasar8322]

Hello,can slab panel be used in construction of a house,ama tu ni office.

[@PropertyNoma]

It can be used for a house design as well

[@gaithumakiarie3990]

can we also come for opening?

[@PropertyNoma]

Yeah you can

[@balancedviewpoint7418]

I want exactly the same structure at my compound in Ngong. Please work out the total number of materials for the same less finishings ofcourse and cost of labour, I organise that cash and send. Then transport logistics and labour can be negotiated after payment of precast materials. Avoid steel materials too. I have them on site. Thank you

[@solomonmurithi]

is this recommended for residential spaces?

[@PropertyNoma]

Yeah it can work for residential spaces

[@solomonmurithi]

What about structural integrity compared to the beam and block system?

[@PropertyNoma]

@@solomonmurithi It's just as good as beam and block technology. Precast panels are a versatile material as it can be used for walling, fencing and making concrete slabs

[@carolinenjema7225]

🎉 Marvelous 👍 Can we get the contact of Mr Raphael Njoroge, the architect?

[@PropertyNoma]

Check pinned comment or description section

[@zippynjeri8984]

Ukuje na testimony juu kazi nilimpea anafanya vile anataka.he is very rude na hataki kuulizwa anything. It's a month plus na hajaanza nyumba na nilimlipa according to contract agreement. Kama kwa ii life kuna kitu I regret..is giving him a job.

[@carolinenjema7225]

@@zippynjeri8984 Oops 🤫

[@mustolourien5823]

Such a building has a lifespan of how many years?

[@PropertyNoma]

Modern concrete has a lifespan of 100 years

[@mustolourien5823]

@@PropertyNoma viable, thanks.

[@honeykasim2299]

Where are your offices located?

[@PropertyNoma]

In Ruaka

[@ianjesse8525]

I have come conclusion i will buid my house with precast

[@zippynjeri8984]

Its been a whole month..nilipea uyu raphael job..ni madharau tu anafanya.

[@Agyotis]

hWo Hoe great this is, well done but you forgot to write the phone number of this competitive Achitecher, he can maneuver his way out until as a home owner is satisfied!

[@Agyotis]

Raphael they forgot to write you phone number for us?

[@ettoh100]

@propertyNoma Hi Nick well I got alfred Murimi from your channel n trusted him with my project but it turns out he is a quack fundi and after i gave him a project in Kisumu he messed up and ran away without even paying casual workers,he is currently on the run but it's just a matter of time he will be in the dock....all prospective builders BEWARE "ALFRED MURIMI "and Nick I dare u confront him about the Ugunja project....let him not spoil your good name and Trust 😢😢😢

[@zippynjeri8984]

Uyu raphael ni the same. Gave him a job. Ni ulcers tu na he is so rude. I have asked him to refund my money I start over.. amekataa..you would think its his house anajenga juu he listens to nothing I tell him. I regret. I wouldn't recommend.

[@zippynjeri8984]

Uyu Raphael nilimpea job..ni ulcers tu ananipea..he has done nothing..uongo tu na he us so rude. Na amelipwa. I do follow up myself nikama nambembeleza..amefanya nimepatwa na ulcers ata. Try him at your own risk.

[@johnmugambi5170]

Ni job hakufanya au , ? Mungu amuguzee aje akupigie job juu naona job yake kwa ground ni lit