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April 2014 Vol 10 N o. 04 

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Architecture 

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Interior 

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The Making of a Museum: The 

City Museum of Kathmandu 

The City Museum Kathmandu is the 

only organisation in Nepal, thus far, 

built by design and philosophy to 

meld contemporary curation and 

social preservation with a promise 

of curation for social preservation. 

The Siddhi Polyclinic and 

Path Lab 

The building’s dynamic design 

form and use of out-of-theordinary 

materials strongly 

reflects a belief and desire to 

prioritize concern for sustainability 

and green design in Nepal. 

The Embassy Restaurant at 

Pani Pokhari 

Earlier a manicured private garden, 

the design concept is simple and 

minimalist, playing primarily with 

nature and natural elements such as 

greenery, stone, water and interestingly 

on essential Vaastu principles. 

Cover Story 

58 

Information Technology 

Lessons 

In tune with global technological 

advances, Nepal is making parallel 

endeavors to sustain technological 

developments . Globalization, 

urbanization and an increasing literacy 

rate in Nepal contribute substantially 

towards compliance with these global 

technological trends. 

63 

46 Miki Yu 

As an International Sales 

Director of NINGBO 

OSDA SOLAR CO.LTD, she 

represents and promotes 

products and services mainly 

on solar panels, lanterns 

and lighting products goods 

through P.S.S. Renewable 

Energy Nepal, Pvt, Ltd. 

61 

61 Manuj Babu Mishra 

The artist’s painting tales the 

harrowing story and depicts 

the fragmentation chaos in the 

contemporary society. 

63 

46 Mustang 

Serenely beautiful Mustang is a 

treasure of Nepal in it’s pristine 

state glowing it’s beauty that 

words are not enough to 

describe 

54 From the Shelf: BUDDHIST STUPAS IN ASIA 70 Go Gadget: Xperia Z1 72 Store Watch: SONY Showroom 68 Open Space 

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Editorial 

As SPACES picks up momentum with our monthly issues - it is interesting to note 

the diversity of the projects available within our vicinity for feature. 

The City Museum of Kathmandu, a work in progress catches the eye for it’s 

broader goal of developing a public institution related to it’s setting and space. 

It is not unusual to see galleries springing up and weathering away in the valley, 

but what does stand out in this particular project is the energy it already imbues 

within it’s space which we sense will go the distance. For example the reuse of 

12,000 old bricks recovered from recent demolitions during road expansion in the 

city ! and the core motif of the built space based on the gulley or the inner lanes 

of the valley are interesting practical concepts featured in the project. Kashish Das 

Shrestha, the Director of the Museum puts it simply and directly when he states 

that ‘We need a sense of history to understand the present and the future, an aim 

to bring in a sense of the outdoors and of old Nepal.’ The story of the City Museum 

Kathmandu endevours a crucial dimension and mix of public policy and sustainable 

urban development. 

Our Cover feature this issue is a contemporary expression radiating a concern 

for sustainability, one of the first Platinum LEED attempted buildings in Nepal - 

the Siddhi Polyclinic and Path Lab stands out as an iconic building designed 

by the well experienced Architect Bibhuti Man Singh. The building’s design form 

and use of modern materials reflects a belief and desire to prioritize concern for 

sustainability and green design in Nepal from an urban perspective. What we 

need to learn from this project are the passive design techniques, double glazed 

windows and appropriate planning of the openings for the shade the building from 

excessive sunlight and use this knowledge to perhaps experiment with a new 

vocabulary of Architecture and space which is more rooted to the place. 

With technology seeping into every walk of life, in this issue we also interview 

and present valuable insights from a wide cross-section of personalities related 

to this field to coincide with the 7 th .ICT (Information Communication and 

Technology) Expo at Bhrikuti Mandap which is Nepal’s landmark IT exhibition. 

Coordinated by the ICT Association of Nepal - key technological trends, products 

and solutions are on display with a focus on ‘Smart devices’. The slogan for the 

expo ‘Connecting the Future’ is even more relevant and perhaps could also be a 

lot of work enough already if we can connect to the present only too. 

Other design and architectural exemplars showcased within this issue range from 

the Siddhi Manakamana Hotel to the Embassy Restaurant which also brings to 

the fore Kathmandu’s experiments and love for design expressions. Buddhist 

messages find a renewed voice in ‘The Shape of Perfection’ book review. 

Namaste ! 

Sarosh Pradhan 

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Contributors 

TEJITA VAIDYA AMATYA is the director & chief interior designer 

at CONCEPTION INTERIOR PVT. LTD., the design company founded 

together with her husband Er. Kundal Shekhar Amatya in 2004. She 

completed her three year Diploma in Interior Designing from New 

Delhi. She started her career with Astra Development Networks. 

She has also shared her knowledge as interior design instructor 

at Kristal Institute. She has showcased her talent through various 

prestigious projects like branch offices for Century Commercial 

Bank, offices for UN organizations, Hotel Indreni Himalaya, 

Tamarind restaurant to name a few. 

Nischal Pradhan, Founder and CEO of Braindigit IT Solution, 

the company behind open source CMS - SageFrame. Since its 

inception in 2008, Braindigit has been involved in Business 

Application Development, Enterprise Content Management, 

Mobile Apps Development and Collaborative eCommerce Solution. 

Developed an affinity to ICT sector during university years and 

formed Braindigit while pursuing Master’s Degree. 

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President - Society of Nepalese Architects 

Ar. Jinisha Jain (Delhi) 

Ar. Chetan Raj Shrestha (Sikkim) 

Barun Roy (Darjeeling Hills) 

Pradip Ratna Tuladhar 

Hemant Kumar Shrestha 

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Fascinated by Space - she loves to eat, read, sketch, talk (in 

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environemnt. An art enthusiast by nature she is fascinated by the 

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Asha Dangol is a contemporary Nepali visual artist. He is the cofounder 

of Kasthamandap Art Studio and E-Arts Nepal. He holds 

Master’s Degree in Fine Arts from Tribhuvan University. He has 

been creating and exhibiting his artworks since 1992. He has 10 

solo art exhibitions to his credit. He has taken part in numerous 

group shows in Nepal and has been exhibited in different 

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Corrigendum: We would like to apologize for failing to introduce 

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NEWS 

Czech Castles 

the exhibition 

Established in 1987, the Siddhartha 

Art Gallery has proactivelypromoted 

contemporary Nepali art and helped 

to garner an international perspective 

while providing an insightful 

perspective on art and culture in 

general. The exhibition titled ‘Czech 

Castles’ was inaugurated by the 

Minister for Culture, Tourism and 

Civil Aviationand His Excellency 

Miloslav Stasek, Ambassador of the 

Czech Republic. The exhibition will 

remain open till May 25, 2014 at the 

Siddhartha Art Gallery in Babar Mahal. 

The Czech Republic in the heart of 

Europe is renowned for its many 

medieval towns, castles, elegant 

chateaux and folk architecture. Known 

for its diverse landscapes of fields, 

meadows, lush forests and for the 

mountainsin the historic region 

of Bohemia, Silesia and Moravia, 

the Czech Republic is considered 

to be atthe cultural crossroads of 

the East and West for more than a 

century. Thriving trade, industry and 

culturealongside wars and revolutions 

have each given rise to stories, myths 

and architectural wonders often linked 

with the history of Europe itself. 

The exhibition was organized by 

the National Museum of the Czech 

Republic and the Embassy of the Czech 

Republic in New Delhi in collaboration 

with the Honorary Consulate of 

the Czech Republic in Kathmandu. 

Approximately 250 people participated 

at the ceremonial inauguration including 

the Government of Nepal, the business 

community and the art fraternity further 

augmented by the Czech traditions 

of fine cuisine, beer and Moravian 

wine. The exhibition presented 

paintings, sketches, drawings, 

lithographs and photographs of 37 

castles for their architectural, artistic 

and historical significance - mainly 

from the Bohemia region and Moravia 

supported by historical records. 


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Interior Schema 

Expo III 

Date/Venue: 11 April – 12 April, Yak and Yeti 

The Interior Schema Expo III was 

held on the 11th and 12th April, in Yak 

and Yet Hotel and was organized by 

students of IEC College for Art and 

Fashion, where 24 senior students 

showcased their designing ideas. 

This event was prepared by the final 

year students (2011 batch ) on interior 

designing models and paperworks 

and also by the junior students of 

the college who primarily focused 

on product and printing designs. 

Interior Schema Expo III even was 

inaugurated by His Excellency, Mr. 

W.M.Senevirathna, the ambassador of 

Sri Lanka (Nepal) on 11th April, 2014. 

Interior design comprises the 

arrangement of living space to 

accomplish greater functionality and 

the creation of the perfect atmosphere 

for the space’s intended purpose. 

Interior designers makes use of 

diverse aspects of other disciplines 

such as architecture, product design, 

environmental psychology and 

decoration. It emphasizes the essential 

characteristics of all design styles: 

color, concept, proportion, ergonomics, 

balance and function of design. 

Along with the models display, the 

exhibition also included a product 

design competition, students paper 

work display and Interior design 

counselling. The principal objective of 

the Interior Schema Expo III event 

was to educate the public about 

interior design principles and practices 

to bring awareness and recognition 

opportunity to fresh interior designers 

among various businesses sectors 

for future job recommendations for 

the young students in this field. 

As this study field is new in Nepal, 

such events will definitely give a 

boost to younger generation who are 

creative, innovative and are looking 

for a prospectus career on the field 

of exterior and Interior designing. 

The aim of the event was apparently 

to spread awareness regarding the 

growing demand for interior designers 

in Nepal, to increase the flow of 

information about interior designing, 

to promote fresh interior designers 

in the market and to increase 

knowledge about interior and exterior 

products that are available in the 

country. 

The scale models on display 

covered different areas of interior 

design, focusing on residential 

and commercial buildings which 

included movie theatre, banks, café 

and library, night clubs, jewelry 

stores, boutiques, holiday house, 

beauty salon with spa, schools and 

food courts based on traditional to 

modern design that are suitable for 

consumers in the Nepali market. 

Constructive responses was 

collected both by the students and 

the visitors alike, more than 3000 

visitors had participated in the event, 

making Interior Schema Expo III a 

successful event. 

Title sponsor for this event was 

Berger Paints and other sponsors 

were Greenply, The Carpenter, Capital 

Decors, Ultra Interiors, Creative Décor, 

Nethil, Civil Bank, Mercantile office 

system, DA Interio, BBM bricks and 

Mahaja Bricks and media partner for 

this event were Terai TV, Sagarmatha 

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Club, Anjil Awal best model for Newari 

architetcure and Sushovit Ranjitkar 

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spaces. This new meaning has given 

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Cover story 

The 7th ICT Expo - with the slogan ‘Connecting the 

Future’ - is all geared up to bring together ICT product 

importers, distributors, dealers,professionals and the 

general public. The ICT Association of Nepal is a nonprofit, 

non-governmental organization comprising ICTrelated 

businessesin Nepal. This year, the expo is set 

to catalyze new technology businesses, brands and 

organizations and serve as a platform for information 

and innovation with the goal of facilitating a sustainable 

future for IT products, services and education. The 7th 

ICT Expo is scheduled from 24th April – 28th April, 

2014 at BhrikutiMandapExhibition Hall. 

Ar. Shishir Upadhyaya 

President, ICT Association of Nepal 

Please brief us on the 

plans and vision of the ICT 

Association? 

The ICT Association is a non-profit 

organization; this year, we attempt to 

merge information technology with 

consumer electronics directly linked 

to information and communication 

technologies - this is value addition for 

the Expo visitors and exhibitors. The ICT 

Expo is a platform and we are ready to 

Mr. Shishir Upadhyaya, President of the ICT Association of Nepal is 

an architect who has worked on national and international projects 

with organizationsincluding the Ministry of Health, Ministry of 

Urban Development, the Kali Gandaki Hydro Power Project and the 

International Airport Project in Kathmandu. His insights on the 7th 

ICT Expo follow. 

meet the challenges and opportunities 

in ICT development in Nepal.The 

Association provides training seminars 

and programs to computer engineers, 

teachers and social service organization 

in remote areas of Nepal. 

Is there a promising outlook 

for the ICT Sectorin Nepal? 

The progress of any country is directly 

related to technological advances 

and harnessing the potential of 

ICTs. We have tied up with the 

Ministry of Education and other 

government organizations, this 

year; we are going to showcase the 

‘VidyalayaSoftware’during the Expo. 

Approximately 500 new software 

solutions are going to be introduced 

in the ICT Expo- we are positive 

that this on-the spot-experience 

and education by IT specialists 

will be beneficial.Our visitors have 

always been keen on the ICT Expo, 

particularly the younger generations 

and the feedback is positive.In terms 

of education, students can learn 

about new developments in the world 

of IT similar to raising consumer 

awareness in the business sphere. 

The ICT Expo has now become an 

important exhibition for people in all 

walks of life to learn more about new 

technologies. 


Cover story 

at BhrikutiMandap 

By Pujan Joshi 

Mr. RoshanBhandari 

2 nd Vice President, ICT Association of Nepal and Director, Human Click 

Enterprise 

Human Click Enterprise, a platinum sponsor of the 7th ICT Expo,has 

recently launched InFocus, an American corporation known for its 

industry pioneer establishmentand a global leader in the visual 

communication market. This year, Human Click Enterprise will 

showcase new products such as the Digital Interactive Whiteboard 

and the Interactive Projector from InFocus. Mr. RoshanBhandari, the 

Director of Human Click Enterprise and 2 nd Vice President of the ICT 

Association of Nepalhas specialized on design and analysis at Research and Development of 

InformationSystems in Technical Management Center, Singapore. 

Please brief us on 

developments in the IT market 

in Nepal? 

As technology is ever evolving, we, 

as a company, have to adjust and 

accordingly. We face many challenges in 

raising awareness and delivering quality 

productsto Nepali IT Market. Reliability 

is crucial; research and exhibitions such 

as the ICT Expo can help us gauge 

consumer and business needs. 

Which products can we expect 

to see launched this year? 

We are introducing the InFocus Digital 

Interactive Whiteboard and Interactive 

projectorwhich can also be used 

for interactive digital content in 

classrooms and conferences. 

Screen sizes range from 60, 70and 

85 inches; they were first used 

by the Nepal Army Hospital for 

medical purposes. This interactive 

whiteboard is suitable for 

education, health and other sectors. 

It allows teachers, students, 

trainers and presenters to interact 

together simultaneously. In the 

future, we will focus completely on 

wireless products; for now, we are 

conducting research on the most 

durable products available in the 

global market. 

Mr. Pulkit Bhimsaria 

Director, Call Mobility Pvt.Ltd, HUAWEI 

Please brief us on the HUAWEI 

company? 

HUAWEI is a leading global ICT 

solutions provider. Our commitment 

towards customer-centric innovation 

and partnerships has enabled end-toend 

capabilities and network strengths 

across carrier networks, enterprises 

and cloud computing fields. Our 

aim is maximum value for telecom 

carriers, enterprises and consumers via 

competitive ICT solutions and services. 

The HUAWEI vision is to enrich life 

through communications. By leveraging 

our experience and expertise in the ICT 

The Huawei Mobile Brand is a China-based company and is also 

the third largest Smart Phone company in the world.HUAWEI is set 

to showcase their products and services during the ICT Expo - an 

interview with the Director, Mr. Pulkit Bhimsaria follows. 

sector, we help bridge the digital divide 

with broadband services regardless of 

geographic location.Our products and 

solutions have been deployed in over 

140 countries thereby serving more 

than one third of the world’s population. 

HUAWEI helps create green solutions 

that enable customers to reduce power 

consumption, carbon emissions and 

resource costs. 

Which new products and 

concepts will you be launching 

at the ICT EXPO? 

We are launching a Smart Phone by 

HUAWEI this year – the HUAWEI 

P6 which is the thinnest and 

slimmest Smart Phone in the world 

equipped for dual Simcard phone 

both on GSM and CDMA.This is our 

first collaboration with the Nepal 

Telecommunication Corporation; 

we are providing 1000 rupees free 

internet on the P6 model everymonth 

and the buyer,thus, gets 12 months 

of internet free with this specific 

brand. We also have a showroom 

and an experience zone in New 

Road where interested customers 

can check our products and services 

and also use the free Wi-Fi available. 

This is the first ever concept of 

interaction between clients and 

customers in Nepal. In terms of 

contributions towards sustainable 

development, economic progress and 

environmental conservation, HUAWEI 

develops ‘green solutions’ that 

enable customers to reduce power 

consumption, carbon emissions, and 

resource costs. 


Cover story 

Please brief us on the progress 

of mobile technology and 

other IT products in Nepal? 

In comparison to other sectors, 

the Telecommunication Sector is 

ahead. This is mainly due to the fact 

that the Government established 

a telecommunication corporation 

approximately 40 years back - Nepal 

Mr. SugatRatnaKansakar 

Communications Expert, Nepal Telecom Co.Ltd 

Mr.S.R.Kansakar was a Board Member of the Nepal Engineering 

Council, Nepal Telecommunication Corporation and the Managing 

Director of Nepal Telecom as well as the Executive Chairman of 

Nepal Airlines Corporation. His insights on the Nepali IT market and 

capabilities follow. 

was among first few countries in 

Asia. Secondly, the World Bank has 

assisted the Nepal Telecommunication 

Corporation from the very start. The 

World Bank Nepal Office’s Telecom 

Project is considered one of the best 

Bank-assisted projects in developing 

countries. Thirdly, the Government 

allowed foreign telecommunication 

operators to invest in Nepal 

sometime back. Private Sector 

engagement in mobile phones 

and the Internet has played a big 

role in the fast deployment of both 

services. 

What are the advantages of 

new technologies for your 

business? 

I think events such as the ICT Expo 

help drive home the point that ICTs 

have become a vital part of life; 

Nepal must keep in tune in terms 

of ICT development. In fact, ICT is 

the sector which can be developed 

faster than any other sector; if the 

Government and Private Sectors 

cooperate and collaborate, we can 

sustain this momentum. 

Mr. Deepak Malhotra 

Executive Chairman, International Marketing Service Pvt. Ltd and Advisor, 

ICT Association of Nepal 

Which IMS IT services and 

products will be showcased 

at the ICT Expo? 

There will be a ‘Smart Table’ and an 

experience counter for the visitors; we hope 

to showcase the latest ‘smart functions’. 

This year, we have involved Samsung 

Product Coordinators who will counsel 

Chairman of the International Marketing ServicePvt.Ltd(IMS), title 

sponsor of the 7th ICT Expo, Mr. Deepak Malhotra is currently an 

advisor for the 7th ICT Expo. Established in 1993, IMS started by 

importing mobile phones from Samsung and Nokia and in 2001 

began the Samsung distribution. By 2013, the market reach was 2.5 

lakh customers which is set to double by the end of this year. 

visitors on Smart Phone automation. Our 

new product –the Samsung Galaxy S5 – 

will be exhibited. Customers will get 5000 

rupees discount on Galaxy S5 model at the 

ICT Expo with 5 GB free internet provided 

from Nepal Telecom. A further 3000 rupees 

discount is available for the gear watch with 

the Galaxy S5. 

How has the Expo helped in 

customer outreach? 

The ICT Expo at Bhrikuti Mandap is very 

important for Nepal - we must realize 

its full potential. We now have people 

eagerly awaiting the Expo on a yearly 

basis - it offers visitors information on 

many IT products. We aim to sell quality 

products; as Samsung is a major IT 

corporation, people are naturally drawn 

to our stalls. I believe the expo will play 

an essential role in bringing awareness 

of innovative information and 

communication technologies available in 

the global IT market. 


Cover story 

Please brief us on the ICT 

Association of Nepal’s 

collaboration with businesses, 

Education and Governmental 

Sectors in Nepal? 

The ICT Association of Nepal represents 

IT companies throughout the nation. 

Mr. Suresh Lamichhane 

Executive Member, ICT Association of Nepal and 

Director, Digitek Kathmandu Concern 

Director, Teleworld Pvt. Ltd 

Director of Digitek Kathmandu, Mr. S. Lamichhane is responsible 

for sale and distribution of a wide range of IT products. Teleworld 

Pvt. Ltd is currently engaged in the sales and distribution of Smart 

Telecom products in Nepal and collaborates with channel partners 

across the 75 districts. An interview with Mr. S. Lamichhane follows. 

We work as bridge between the 

Government and businesses for the 

growth of the IT Sector. The ICT Expo 

brings all IT businesseson a single 

platform; consumer awareness and 

information is a key function. The ICT 

Association of Nepal also participates in 

social responsibility campaigns such as 

raising awareness of IT in education in 

rural areas. 

Can you brief us on the 

response to the ICT Expo over 

the years? 

The ICT Association has a wide vision 

for IT development in Nepal – it plans 

to establish IT centers in five regions 

in coordination with the Ministry of 

Education and the Ministry of Science 

and Technology. Many of the exhibitors 

are IT companies that provide important 

products and solutions We would like 

to welcome all visitors and exhibitors 

to the 7th ICT Expo at Bhrikuti Mandap 

Exhibition Hall. 

Mr. Tandim Wangdi 

President, Bhutan ICT and Training Association (BICTTA) 

The Bhutan ICT and Training Association (BICTTA) represents the 

ICT and related training sectors of Bhutan. The organization aims to 

facilitate the growth and development of the ICT and training sectors 

in accordance with the Royal Government of Bhutan’s ICT Policy 

and Strategy (BIPS). Based on the directives of the Bhutan Chamber 

of Commerce and Industry (BCCI), BICTTA was formed in 2004 with 

a mandate to support and coordinate ICT activities in the Private 

Sector. The elected BICTTA board members meet on a quarterly basis 

to discuss the performance, policies and operational issues of the Secretariat. An interview 

with the President of BICTTA, Mr. Tandim Wangdi, follows. 

What are your views on ICT 

development cooperation 

between Bhutan and Nepal? 

Recently, BICTTA has approached 

the ICT Association of Nepal in this 

regard. Bhutanese IT graduates 

are growing in numbers on a yearly 

basis. BICTTA hopes to work on this 

issue. The ICT Sector must come 

into focus in countries such as Nepal, 

India and Bangladesh where there 

is a great potential for learning and 

growth. Nepal and Bhutan must 

direct their focus on developing IT 

resources, particularly the growing 

pool of IT personnel. 

Please give us a brief on the 

BICTTA event scheduled to take 

place this year in Bhutan. 

The Bhutan International IT and Training 

event is the first ever mega IT event in the 

country. As a public private partnership 

project, it will incorporate other private 

sector industries. It aims to improve 

growth in Bhutan by facilitating the move 

towards a knowledge-based society and 

as a destination for ICT investment. This 

event is also a platform for local ICT and 

Training industries to explore international 

business opportunities. We are determined 

to promote, develop and regulate the ICT 

and Training industries by bringing together 

all concerned sectors under one roof. 

Who is the target audience for 

BICTTA event? 

The target audience for the event 

includes officials from government 

ministries, departments, private sector 

and the general public as well as the 

industry and associations related to IT 

training. This year’s event will focus on 

mobile technologies and applications, 

computer products, services and 

networking along with telecommunication 

systems and design, cloud infrastructures 

and wireless communication technology. 

Bhutan is not a huge market for IT but we 

can be a niche market. 

What are the roles and 

objectives of BICTTA? 

BICCTA functions as a forum for the 

ICT industry in Bhutan; it addresses 

problems and policy issues at the 

national, regional and international levels 

for the development and promotion of 

the Bhutanese ICT industry. As a country, 

we can facilitate ICT development by 

identifying and assisting ICT businesses 

as well as information technology 

development and promotion, in general, 

by assessing and assisting the needs and 

performance of the ICT Industry. 




Interior 

The Making of a Museum 

The City Museum 

of Kathmandu 

text by Veneeta Singha 


Interior 

The city and a story of a museum 

A tale of a city museum can only begin with a city. Kathmandu is a story, a city, 

a space and an ambient reality. Harbour to people and structures, cultures and 

communities, this growing semi-metropolis is chief among the avant garde’s list 

of inspired places now transpiring to hold its own. Conversations, transactions and 

festivities flow here. Simultaneously urbane and traditional, the city often addresses 

a challenge, an ambiguity and offers respite from overwhelming skylines. We bicker 

and bemoan the loss of fresh air and smiling faces. Yet, the city is still home as 

it changes colour and shape while continually reimagining itself around a sketchy 

frame of lanes and historical parameters. 

The City Museum of Kathmandu is a work in progress. It reflects and summates the 

aspirations of many people for a shared space, convention and memory. Kashish 

Das Shrestha, Founding Director of the Museum, is chipping away at the design 

specs, the construction work and curation details even as we speak. Spaces is 

proud to present an insight and a sneak preview of what is sure to be among 

Kathmandu’s epic landmarks. 

Vision and evolution 

The concept of the Museum was 

born 10 years back in a conversation 

between Kashish and his grandfather. 

An eminent figure in Kathmandu’s 

creative scene, Kashish’s grandfather 

pioneered the use and popularization of 

photography in Nepal. An exhibition of 

historical photographs in 2007 presented 

an opportunity to explore the idea - a 

permanent space in which to understand 

and exhibit a city’s transformation. “We 

need a sense of history to understand 

the present and the future,” says Kashish. 

The key challenge was to translate 

and optimize this dream. With three 

partners on board receptive to the 

ideals of a city museum, a new social 

enterprise and public art venture began 

to take on functional and philosophical 

solutions. “How could this idea be sold?” 

Construction and architectural issues 

not withstanding, the Museum founders 

soon drafted a design, promotion, 

management and curation strategy. 

Spatial design and motif 

The core motif of the built space is 

based on the “gulley” - Kathmandu’s 

answer to mobility and the mobilized. 

“We aim to bring in a sense of the 

outdoors and of old Nepal. We have 

used 12,000 old bricks recovered 

from recent demolitions during road 

expansion in the city. All our design 

plans and processes are done in-house 

and custom-made by craftsmen here.” 

Photographs currently on display in 

the Museum space are almost entirely 

from its founding and permanent Das 

Archives. The themata for the Gallery are 

Contemporary Arts and Motion Pictures 

while the Museum exhibitions will focus 


Interior 

on photography. “This is and will be a 

shared space for the sustainable urban 

development paradigm,” says Kashish. 

The spatial dynamics in the final 

section of the Museum is based on 

the ‘Light box concept’; it will host, 

among others, vintage photography and 

the traditional arts of old Kathmandu. 

The City Museum Kathmandu is the 

only organisation in Nepal, thus far, 

built by design and philosophy to meld 

contemporary curation and social 

preservation with a promise of curation 

for social preservation. An upcoming 

exhibition of a group of graphic artists 

who have drawn inspiration from their 

own roots in Nepal exemplifies the 

foundation on which the Museum’s 

philosophy rests. The branding influence 

also derives from this socio-cultural 

message. “There is room for both 

the contemporary and the traditional. 

We are uniquely positioned and 

organizationally structured as a place 

of public discourse, to bring together 

people from diverse fields and offer an 

open forum for the Arts,” says Kashish. 


Art as public discourse 

It is widely believed that a global 

connection for Nepali arts and crafts 

is a vital means of keeping the skills 

and cultures alive. “Is there enough 

domestic demand for Nepali artisans? 

Do we, as a society, say that we are 

willing to let go of such refined and 

valuable community craftsmanship?” 

As we ponder these questions, 

Kashish gives an example of a wellknown 

contemporary artist who has 

successfully used his Tibetan artistic 

background. Importantly, the City 

Museum Kathmandu is designed 

as a place to promote young artists 

with related plans underway for 

merchandising their art and rendering 

it more accessible. “How do we help 

make art a natural part of how we live, 

more accessible to the young?” 

As a public institution, the story of 

the City Museum Kathmandu brings 

in a crucial dimension of public policy 

and sustainable urban development. 

“There are many lessons to be learnt 

from Kathmandu as Nepal traverses 

through the transitional phase. We 

hope the Museum will be instrumental 

in incubating young artists. Forging 

international connections can help the 

artists gain international renown. It is 

critical that we build collaborations with 

galleries around the world. There will be 

six formal exhibitions each year which the 

Museum will host and bear the costs for. 

An online ordering system can go a long 

way in sustaining the daily operations. 

Our website will also serve as a proxy 

website for the artists. The Fig Café, 

the Museum Shop and our Friends of 

the Museum scheme will provide vital 

resources.” 

A city has earned its laurels. The City 

Museum Kathmandu is shaping into a 

seminal urban influence. Resilience is a 

part of the Nepali way of life. As the city’s 

denizens move towards a sustainable 

ethos, an exciting new space will present 

itself as a hub of creative dialectics. 

Fusing diverse strains within the city, it 

promises to be an archive of thought and 

narrative but, equally, a design ethic that 

narrates far into the future.


Architecture 

UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Bouddhanath 

A Temple and stupa was built in the 14thCentury– 

it is a sacred and revered Buddhist pilgrimage site 

and listed as one of the largest stupasin the world 

and is also referred to as a wish–fulfilling stupa. 

It is said there are more than 37 monasteries 

in and around Bouddhanath. Eleven kilometers 

from central Kathmandu and four kilometers from 

Tribhuwan International Airport, it is an urban locality 

for both tourists and locals. Teeming with tourists 

and pilgrims alike, the search for calm and silence 

has found its way to the area. Siddhi Manakamana 

Guest House inside the Bouddhanath temple area 

offers a chance to step into history and for a sacred 

pilgrimage without relinquishing modern amenities. 

Many often question the juxtaposition of a guest 

house built in the traditional Newari architectural 

style amidst a hub of Tibetan people and culture. 


Architecture 

Siddhi Manakamana 

Guest House 

in Bouddhanath 

By Pujan Joshi 

Serenity of Silence 

April 2014 / 31The

Architecture 

The guest house draws inspiration from 

traditional Newari Architecture and 

exhibits exquisite Newari craftsmanship 

in every room and in the courtyard. 

Handcrafted wood by Nepali artisans 

and hand laid bricks of local clay 

create a restorative ambience which 

focuses on an eco-Buddhist design 

perspective and features. The space and 

the building is designed by Architect 

Umesh Tamrakar and the proprietor, 

Mr. Karma Sherpa who are both 

passionate about old heritage buildings 

built in the Newari and Tibetan styles. 

Inspired by historical cities such as 

Patan, Bhaktapur and Kathmandu, the 

design of and conceptual ideas for the 

Siddhi Manakamana Guest House are 

remarkably well translated. 

“I always loved visiting the Durbur 

Squares in Patan, Bhaktapur and 

Kathmandu. Ar. Umesh Tamrakar has 

visited many monasteries in Himachal 

Pradesh (India) and DurbarSquares in 

Nepal – together we developed the 

initial idea of an authentic Newari space 

dramatized with Tibetan influences. 

Newari architecture is serene, detailed 

and historical. It also bears a close 

connection with Buddhist philosophy, 

art and culture. As you enter the guest 

house, a small stupa filled with relics, 

mantras and ‘tsa- tsa’ miniature stupas 

in the courtyard creates a beautiful 

center piece leading to a peaceful and 

meditative environment. The Newari 

style dhungedhara –a traditional stone 

spout - helps neutralize and energize the 

negatives and imbalances,” says Karma 

Sherpa. 

Experientially, a harmonious blend of 

natural elements and artistic features 

allows the building itself to act as 

homage. The guest house also provides 

pilgrimage excursions and a variety of 

tour packages alongside yoga classes 

from trained yoga instructors and 

Buddhist teachings from qualified 

Lamas. Siddhi Manakamana is a Nepali 


Architecture 

Six Newari painters to come to Tibet in the 11th century and do 

their pieces of art and sculptures know as the ‘Beri’ a different 

style that is one of the oldest paintings ever researched in Tibetan 

painting. 

translation of a Tibetan master saying: 

“may all your aspirations be fulfilled” 

Hotel services include free wireless 

internet, LED TV, air conditioning, 

luxurious cotton sheets, hot water 

and laundry facilities. Adjacent to the 

garden is the Ananda Restaurant where 

guests can enjoy Chinese, Continental, 

Indian,and Nepali and Tibetan 

cuisines. The guest house is further 

complemented by a splendid view of 

the Bouddhanath Stupa and dramatic 

views of the sunrise and sunset from 

the rooftop. 

“People love visiting the Bouddhanath - 

they can enjoy the serenity of silence in 

this enshrined stupa.People are mindful 

of the contributions of Newari art and 

culture to Tibetan Buddhism. We have 

attempted to reflect this in the design 

and the layout of the Guest house. We 

have further plans to create an ecofriendly 

garden,” adds the proprietor. For 

the architects and design team, it was a 

challenge to articulate the tranquility of 

the name while retaining traditional art 

and heritage elements through design. 


Architecture 

Ar. Umesh Tamrakar has designed key 

monasteries, schools, bungalows and 

residences in Nepal and studied at the 

School of Planning and Architecture in 

Delhi. “In Nepal, there is a lot of scope 

for design because space is a natural 

constraint. Nepal is in an earthquake 

zone, therefore we must find ways 

to work around natural disasters – 

the focus must be on eco-friendly 

environments with natural sunlight, 

air and ventilation. Though it can be 

expensive, we must use renewable 

energy such as solar and wind. The site 

of the guest house is on two ropanis; 

there are 38 rooms, comprising suites, 

single rooms and double rooms further 

enhanced by a relaxed atmosphere and 

an appealing terrace, bar and spacious 

garden” he affirms. 

“The Bouddhanath stupa is not seen 

from the guest house, we want the 

visitors to live within the ambience 

of the World Heritage Site and also 

experience the serenity of silence and 

willingness to explore the area. As a 

country and as a reality, we are rich in 

culture and heritage - this is what we 

wanted to display along with our love 

of architecture. The building is a product 

but it expresses a sense of belonging 

through the architecture and designs. 

I believe a building has a spirit, it has a 

charm and a beauty in its own symbolic 

way” explains Ar. Umesh Tamrakar. 

The Bouddhanath stupa represents 

the mythical Mt. Meru - the center 

of the cosmos. The13 rings that form 

the stupa’s base symbolize the path 

to enlightenment or Bodhi which is 

reflected in the stupa’s name. It is 

believed that the stupa looks like a giant 

Mandala of the Buddhist cosmos - four 

Dhyani Buddhas mark the cardinal 

points and the fifth is enshrined in 

the center. These five Buddhas are 

believed to personify the five key natural 

elements - earth, water, fire, air and 

ether. The mantra of Avalokiteshvara 

– Om Mani Padme Hum- is etched on 

the prayer wheels. Siddhi Manakamana 

Guest House represents silence and 

the symbolic meanings of Newari and 

Tibetan architecture, art and culture. 


Architecture 

Ar. Umesh Tamrakar 

The lead architect who designed Hotel Siddhi Manakamana Guest House has designed institutions 

from monasteries, schools, bungalows, and homes has always been inspired to build the hotel 

from his love for architecture of old Newari buildings, courtyards, and Buddhist monasteries around 

Nepal and India. Educated from School of Planning and architecture, Deemed University, Delhi 

India, Ar. U. Tamrakar has worked seven years on consultation projects after which he formed his 

own company based in Kathmandu as Architecture Alliance. He is involved in designing apartments, 

housing complexes and has also been a foremost outsourcing architect and interior designer for 

outsourcing to companies in Australia and the United Kingdom and worked as a manager for six years 

in Town House Designs. 




Architecture 

Siddhi Polyclinic 

Health Service and Path Lab 

Concern 

Sustainability 

for 

text by Ar. Dristi Manandhar 

One of the first Platinum LEED attempted buildings in Nepal 

– the Siddhi Polyclinic Health Service and Path Lab situated 

at Dillibazar in Kathmandu - stands out as an iconic building 

and is designed by Architect Bibhuti Man Singh who has 

successfully translated Dr. Iswar Lal Shrestha’s overarching 

vision. The building’s dynamic design form and use of out-ofthe-ordinary 

materials strongly reflects a belief and desire to 

prioritize concern for sustainability and green design in Nepal. 


Architecture 

Spanning an area of 645 square 

meters, this four-storey complex 

was an restoration of an older 

building that was partly demolished - the 

original structural framework was reused 

for the Siddhi Polyclinic Health Service 

and Path Lab with additional retrofitting. 

The front elevation material palette 

consists largely of a domical glass 

structure. Ar. Bibhuti Man Singh explains 

that the design concept has a scientific 

function along with a well-fitted, high 

tech and futuristic appearance. The 

domical structure was conceived to 

work as an atrium assisting in thermal 

displacement and ventilation. 

Planning and design 

With structural planning given absolute 

priority, the steel framework, closely 

integrated to the RCC framework 

of the existing building, creates an 

interesting interior condition in which 

the full space is closely and efficiently 

planned. The entrance canopy on first 

floor is a stunning cantilever of the 

domical atrium structure and above it 

leads to the reception area. The atrium 

spaces on the first and second floors 

are accessible from an intricately 

designed, open metal staircase on the 

right side of the building and functional 

spaces all accessible from the central 

Integration of metal framework 

with the RCC structure to create 

dynamic spaces. 


Architecture 

State-of-the-Art Laboratory. 

The spacious waiting area for the visitors. 

space. An extension of the steel 

framework serves as a waiting area for 

visitors. This double-glazed dome offers 

an open, well-lit area that is calibrated 

for maximum daylight and manifold 

functions in each floor. 

The ground floor accommodates 

internal medicine, dermatology, digital 

x-ray, ultrasound, echo cardiography, 

ECG, orthopedic and the Pharmacy. 

Similarly, the first floor comprises the 

laboratory zone fitted with state-of-theart 

machines, a quality control area and 

a sample collection zone. The second 

floor houses the OPD services e.g. 

endocrinology, eye, ENT, pediatrics, 

dental, laser facility, obstetrics and 

gynecology while the top floor is a 

penthouse for Dr. I.L. Shrestha. The 

designed spaces demonstrate increased 

functionality through accommodation 

of large groups of facilities, flexibility 

through use of lightweight partitions 

and accessibility as well as transparency 

providing direct and indirect connections 

to allotted spaces. Transparent glass 

facades along the interior walls 

allow views of the interior as well as 

interaction. The subtle and clean design 

elements are captivating; the well-lit, 

ventilated areas enhance the aura of the 

soothing interior. 

Passive design techniques have been 

utilized by appropriately planning the 

openings. Additionally, double glazed 

windows are used on the domical 

structures. To shade the building from 

excessive sunlight, expressive facade 


Architecture 

The time for green design has come, particularly for 

a country where investments in design and material 

are so heavy. Energy efficiency techniques must be 

implemented from the commencement of the design 

process itself. 

Calibration of maximum daylight in interior spaces. 


Architecture 

The well lit double glazed atrium. 

treatment on the exterior with 

semicircular horizontal panels appear 

to envelope the entire building. The 

design shades the building from the 

harsh sunlight and somehow reclaims 

the space that has been cut down 

after leaving the setback for the 

complex. 

Technology 

In addition to the atrium, a turbine 

ventilator is placed on the roof to 

facilitate ventilation. High albedo 

material covers the major part of the 

roof; the rest of the roof is green 

roofing. Provisions for floor vents are 

made for additional cooling. However, 

Air Conditioners are also assigned in 

case of excessive heating. Among the 

considerations addressed by the Siddhi 

Polyclinic Health Service and Path Lab 

for aimed LEED Certification were Site 

Selection, Development Density and 

Community Connectivity, Alternative 

Transportation Provision, Storm 

Water Management, Heat Island 

Effect, Water Efficiency, Energy and 

Atmosphere, Materials and Resources, 

Indoor Environment Quality and 

Innovation in Design categories. 

However, it has not acquired Platinum 

certification yet. 


Architecture 

The domical structure serves 

as a waiting area at two 

consecutive levels. 

“Buildings are everywhere, this has to 

be different,” says Dr. I. L. Shrestha. 

Inspired by the King Power Building 

in Bangkok, he knew he wanted an 

iconic energy efficient building. “Green 

building is the next big thing. You 

have to start from somewhere so that 

other people have an example to start 

with too.” Ar. Bibhuti Man Singh is a 

pioneering architect in green design. In 

the present context, green architecture 

and sustainable design are among the 

most hyped topics. However, in Nepal, 

people are relatively unaware of its 

significance. “The time for green design 

has come, particularly for a country 

where investments in design and 

material are so heavy. Energy efficiency 

techniques must be implemented from 

the commencement of the design 

process itself.” We must also begin 

looking at different design parameters 

when Nepal is struggling with severe 

energy dependence and a series of 

energy crises. The Siddhi Polyclinic 

Health Service and Path Lab is almost 

an oasis in an increasingly urbanized 

and crowded neighborhood, perfectly 

incorporating processes of continuous 

change and generating a contemporary 

design idiom. 

The U.S. Green Building Council 

developed the LEED Certification 

Program in 2000. The main objective 

behind LEED was the assessment and 

validation of design, construction and 

operation of high performance green 

buildings. It even has a provision to 

verify whether the building is operating 

exactly the way it was designed to. 

On the basis of the priority Points 

secured the certification is categorized 

as Certified, Silver, Gold and Platinum. 

Siddhi Polyclinic Health Service and Path 

lab has been constructed aiming for the 

Platinum Certification.. 


Interior 

The Embassy 

Restaurant 

at Pani Pokhari 

text by By Tejita Vaidya Amatya 

(Interior Designer, Director, Conception Interior Pvt. Ltd.) 


Interior 

The Embassy Restaurant presents an 

elegant ambience offering fine cuisines and 

live music alongside a well-equipped bar. 


Interior 

Spread over an area of 16,000 sq.ft., 

the Embassy Restaurant offers a 

blend of the indoors and the outdoors. 

Earlier a manicured private garden, it 

is located in Pani pokhari where many 

diplomatic missions are housed. The 

design was conceived by Kundal and 

Tejita Amatya at Conception Interior. The 

design concept is simple and minimalist, 

playing primarily with nature and natural 

elements such as greenery, stone and 

water. Interestingly, Vaastu principles 

were considered during the planning 

stage - Vaastu Shiromani Madhav M. 

Joshi was consulted for Vaastu ideology 

and knowledge. Translated as bare areas 

and water elements in the north and 

heavier configurations in the south, spatial 

planning for this project incorporated 

crucial components including utility and 

garbage disposal areas. 

The Embassy Restaurant presents an 

elegant ambience offering fine cuisines 

and live music alongside a well-equipped 

bar. It is also designed to host private 

receptions, seminars, exhibitions, live 

stage performances and much more. 

Spatially complete, a large gate leads to 

a well-designed parking space which is 

blended by a soothing atmosphere of 

natural crushed stone and flora. The entrance 

leads to a spectacular view of the 


Interior 

entire restaurant - a fountain forms the 

focal point. The courtyard also comprises 

a large coffee bar that serves pastries 

and ice creams. Again, a flowing water 

body lies at the northeast corner with 

underground water tanks in consonance 

with key Vaastu principles. Lighting has 

been used strategically to create an 

atmospheric ambience. 

Iron pergolas with clear sheet roofing 

and cement flooring allow for a perfect 

place in which to enjoy dining outdoors. 

The bar area is a large covered space 

with a platform stage for performances. 

A disco–jockey booth lies in one corner 

with facilities for controlling and mixing 

sound effects. Special attention has 

been given to avoid unnecessary direct 

light. Bare brick walls give this area a 

unique substance complemented by a 

hand painted wall replete with musical 

instruments. A large bar counter serves 

some of the world’s finest and choicest 

cocktails. The bar counter facade is 

further embellished with hidden lights 

for emphasis. 


Interior 

The building in the east is reserved 

for formal dinners, seminars and 

conferences. Live paintings adorn 

the wall thus adding life and warmth 

to the restaurant – vibrant colours 

breathe life into the surrounding 

walls. The furniture in this section 

is draped with soft fabric to imbue 

a soft aura. Large sliding windows 

open into the central courtyard 

connecting all the spatial elements. 

A garbage disposal zone close by 

ensures that garbage is collected 

efficiently. An office space is also 

maintained in the utility block for administration 

and service operations. 

Crystal pyramid and terminators 

have been placed around the restaurant 

to augment a positive vibe both 

in design and function. The positive 

radiance of the space also adds to 

a serene environment. Natural elements 

such as air, water, fire, earth 

and minerals are used in balance 

and evoke a sense of equilibrium. 


Interior 


Journey 

Mustang 

a serene tranquility 

Test and Photos : Ashesh Rajbansh 

View of Lo Manthang, the city within walls. 


Journey 

“ 

Mustang is one of the few places in the Himalayan region 

that has been able to retain its traditional Tibetan culture 

unmolested...authentic Tibetan culture now survives only in 

exile and a few places like Mustang, which have had long 

historical and cultural ties with Tibet. 

” 

-The Dalai Lama 


Journey 

Serenely beautiful Mustang is a treasure of 

Nepal in it’s pristine state glowing it’s beauty 

that words are not enough to describe but 

one has to feel the exuberance by being 

there at least once in a lifetime. 

Nesting on the Tibetan boarder, Upper 

Mustang region comprising the northern 

two-thirds of Mustang District of Dhaulagiri 

Zone is dominated by giants Annapurna 

and Dhaulagiri massif. Situated at the 

head of the Kali Gandaki in north central 

Nepal, the little-known district of Mustang 

is naturally and culturally attractive, in 

particular, origin of Tibet. Tourists in Upper 

Mustang can opt for the strangely eroded 

landscape of this remote territory that 

presents a vibrant mosaic of earth colorsred, 

yellows, browns and blues. Upper 

Mustang is bestowed with ecological 

diversities, delightful views of snowy 

peaks, colorful village, monasteries, ancient 

palaces. 

After landing in Jomsom form Pokhara 

we continue our walking to east bank of 

Kaligandaki river, through the impressive 

village of Tangbe (3060m), Chhusang 

(2980m) & Chele (3050m) overlooking the 

fantastic landscapes. There is a small, but 

impressive cave gompa in Chhusang which 

is dedicated to White Tara, the buddha of 

Success and Achievement. After 45 minutes 

continue walking to Chele; we can see the 

good view of back down the Kaligandaki 

valley, with the peaks of Tilicho and Nilgiri. 

After another 11/2 hours slow pace walking 

we arrive at the Dajori La Pass (3735m) 

The terraces of almost all households maintain the 

stockpile of wood for the winter at Lo Manthang. 


Journey 

with views down the valley. After another 

30 minutes walking we arrive at Samar, a 

small picturesque village. 

Climbing a steep uphill just above the 

2 gompas and continue walking to a 

pass (4025m) from where we can enjoy 

overlooking back towards the Annapurnas. 

Then we trek down to Ghemi (3520m), a 

small settlement of few tea houses, then 

continue trek down to a stream and cross 

a suspension bridge and ascend the upper 

valley where we can see the longest mani 

wall in Mustang region. Following the 

trail beside the mani wall, we climb up 

another pass of Tsarang La (3870m); and 

we descend to Tsarang, the old capital of 

Mustang. 

Short and moderate walking to Lo - 

Manthang, the medieval walled city. We 

walk following the Tsarang river to the 

north and gradually climb up to the Lo La 

(3950m) from here we can see the good 

views of Lo - Manthang and northern 

Mustang. From the pass, it is an easy 

down hill walk to ancient walled capital of 

Lo- Manthang. 

There are four major gompas which are 

worth visiting: Jampa Gompa, the oldest, 

built in the early 15th century and also 


Journey 

known as the “God house”, Thubchen 

Gompa, a huge, red assembly hall and 

gompa built in the late 15th century and 

located just southwest of Jampa Gompa. 

Chodey Gompa, now the main city gompa 

and the Choprang Gompa, which is 

known as the “New Gompa”. 

UNESCO sums it up – ‘there is no 

comparison to this unique settlement’. 

UNESCO has conducted international 

symposium of experts that intends to 

contribute to a better understanding of 

Lo Manthang, the capital of the former 

Kingdom of Lo in Upper Mustang, and to 

assess the outstanding cultural, spiritual 

and natural values of the city and the 

cultural landscape surrounding it. These 

values are increasingly coming under 

threat from various factors, for example 

greater accessibility to the site to the 

hitherto very remote areas, the impact of 

climate change and social transformation. 

However, both the tangible and the 

intangible assets of the site can be 

powerful drivers for the development of 

the whole Upper Mustang region. 

A common glimpse of interior of local household. All locally available natural materials are 

used. A water tank preserves the unfrozen water for domestic use when the supply and 

streams freeze outside. 

Ashesh Rajbansh, photographs and text 

Started early as a hobbyist, eventually earing form the passion 

for photography and serving for Canon as technical advisor in 

Nepal was more that I could ever dream. Conceptualizing and 

promoting SPACES was yet another reason that I feel very lucky. 

Conducted numerous workshops in Nepal on behalf of Canon and 

serving mostly corporate and international clientele has given me 

the level of satisfaction that I can say I’m blessed. 

Simple yet authentic and very beautiful exterior of a house. 


Book 

BUDDHIST STUPAS IN ASIA 

THE SHAPE OF PERFECTION 

he Shape of Perfection’ 

‘Tencourages readers to take 

a deeper look at devotional sites 

such as the stupas that dot our 

country and imbue it with an 

aura of transcendental spirituality. 

Transcending architecture and 

archaeology, the stupa is a living 

embodiment of Buddhist teachings 

- a harmonizing of the physical with 

the spiritual. For many Buddhists, 

the simple contemplation of a 

monument’s divine form draws them 

closer to enlightenment. Every year, 

thousands of travelers, pilgrims and 

devotees find themselves awed 

by the splendor of the stupa. With 

classical Indian origins, the stupa 

was popularized by the spread of 

Buddhism in Asia - from Sri Lanka’s 

sprawling lost cities of Polonnaruwa 

and Anuradhapura to the symmetrical 

purity of Japanese wooden pagodas. 

Kathmandu Valley is blessed with 

over 200 stupas – from towering and 

grand Mahachaityas (great stupas) 

to humble waist-high Chaityas. In 

the Himalayan foothills, Tibetan 

Chortens are built according to 

principles laid out in ancient Sanskrit 

texts that detail intricate rituals for 

raising and consecrating these sacred 

monuments. Yet all these varying 

styles share a unified significance - to 

preserve both the relics reputedly 

enshrined within and the cosmic 

dharma manifested in the form of 

these ‘Sermons in Stone’. With a 


Book 

The book was kindly 

provided by Mandala 

Book Point, Katnipath, 

Kathmandu Tel: 422771 

comprehensive photographic study of 

Asia, ‘Buddhist Stupas in Asia: The Shape 

of Perfection’ gives detailed overlays that 

reveal the holy symbolism woven into 

stupa design. 

This is a book for people who not only 

observe and appreciate culture but 

are keen to immerse in the history, 

myths and rituals surrounding stupas. 

Undoubtedly, a basic, if unspoken, 

reason many of us become stupawatchers 

is the fact that the monuments 

are, simply, so accessible. It is not 

necessary to breach hallowed halls, walk 

musty corridors, ask for a key to the 

gate, hop across wall, bribe a guard or 

obtain a permit. Stupas are not closed 

on Sundays or Saturdays or full moon 

days; in fact they are more dependable 

than the neighborhood tea shop. You 

do not have to be Buddhist to approach 

one, and, in even the strictest religious 

settings, they are open to all - regardless 

of race, nationality, gender or social 

class! 


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Our overriding goal is to make you, our customer, feel comfortable and satisfied with your experience here. Our commitment to sales quality and 

customer satisfaction is second to none. The entire premise of our store is based upon your ability to come in, touch, feel, experiment, ask, and 

discuss your needs without sales pressure. At Snapper, we have strong feelings about our customers and, to that end, our sales and support teams 

are dedicated to making your experience with us a pleasant and lasting one. 


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Technology 

Information Technology 

Lessons & 

Trendsfor Nepal 

by Nischal Pradhan 

In tune with global technological advances, Nepal is making parallel endeavors to 

sustain technological developments despite the much-discussed political deadlocks and 

struggles. Globalization, urbanization and an increasing literacy rate in Nepal contribute 

substantially towards compliance with these global technological trends. Gartner Inc. 

has forecast 10 strategic technological trends for 2014. In addition, these trends have 

become the major focus of tech bazaars and domains in the international arena. Nepal 

has also shown signs of quickly adapting some of these trends to its own public domain. 

A discussion of these trends, the manner in which they enter the technology market as 

well as the lessons therein follows. 

Mobile 

Sales numbers of mobile devices such as 

Smart Phones and Tablets are predicted to 

be exceptionally high in 2014. The 12 and 18 

percent worldwide growth in Smart Phones and 

Tablets respectively will continue. This sales 

result as over 60 per cent of total IT market 

growth while PC sales continue to decline 

2014is forecast to be a good year for servers, 

storage devices, networks, software and 

related services. In Nepal, sales 

of mobile devices have 

been satisfactory. Of 

particular consumer 

interest is the 

Samsung 

Galaxy S5. 

Mobile Applications 

It is predicted that applications (or apps) will continue 

to grow. In Nepal, media houses, technology 

companies and businesses are rapidly harnessing the 

‘app revolution’. Additionally, banks and the Corporate 

Sector have already taken advantage of the web 

applications surge. There exists a large number of 

Ecommerce sites such as muncha.com, harilo.com, 

foodmandu.com, yeskantipur.com, kathmandumart. 

com, netfornepal.com, pasal.com, 

thamel.com, nepalirudraksha. 

com that provide vital online 

services and products.

Technology 

Everything Internet 

Globally, the Internet has 

connected the world beyond 

early expectations and this trend 

continues to rise. Among the 

myriad services, location mapping 

has helped map supply chains and 

calculate carbon footprints. Health 

services have been augmented 

via services such as the Health 

Map. In 2014, the Internet will 

bring products and services 

closer to clients and customers 

in an increasingly interconnected 

world. Digitization of products, 

services and assets will continue 

and Ecommerce is set to rise 

concomitantly. In Nepal, data is 

beginning to take centre stage 

in many spheres. In the Banking 

Sector, mobile internet banking 

is fast becoming the norm rather 

than the exception. ‘Smart 

classes’ and online teaching 

methods are being incorporated in 

schools and universities including 

MOOCs. According to the Nepal 

Telecommunications Authority, 

the country’s Internet Penetration 

Rate was 19.32 percent in August 

2012. 

Printing 

printing is a real, viable and cost-effective means to 

3D improved designs, streamlined prototyping and shortrun 

manufacturing.3D applications in architecture, construction, 

industrial design, the automotive industry, engineering, the 

medical and biotech industries and Geographic Information 

Systems are currently being explored. 

Cloud Architecture 

It is forecast that 2014 will be increasingly 

driven by cloud services as a consequence of 

the rise in demand for data including Big Data. 

Cloud-based enterprises, applications and data 

brokers will continue to grow. Additionally, 

personal cloud computing will see a significant 

rise. 

Cyber Security 

Without a doubt, cyber crime and attacks 

are on the rise worldwide. In 2014, cyber 

security and cyber security management will 

become crucial as a result. Enterprises will 

continue to invest in identity management, 

security analytics, cyber intelligence as well 

as risk analyses and compliance. The need for 

Secure Communications and communication 

environments will necessitate a critical rethink on 

IT and Cyber laws and policies. 

Smart Machines 

Technology trends and forecasts show that enterprises 

investments in smart machines will grow in 2014. Smart 

machines can greatly contribute to the Manufacturing and 

Education Sectors. Gartner estimates that smart machines 

will begin to deliver higher benefits. Smart machines are 

also seen as beneficial to the Nepali Corporate Sector. Smart 

machines are important in the Natural Resources Sector. 


Store watch 

SONY 

SHOWROOM 

& SERVICE 

CENTRE 

Sony-authorized service and outlet centre in 

Kantipath is a state-of-the-art service centre 

and outlet offering international standards of 

after-sales service. Customers will benefit from 

the services, support and added convenience 

that offers with an enhanced network of Sony 

authorized products and service center in 

the capital. After more than 15 years, the 

Sony service centre is measured to be the 

first authorized service centers for a global 

corporation in the country which is a testimony 

to the increased commitment of the company 

to the Nepali market. Nepa Hima Trade Link are 

the sole authorized dealers for Sony, the world’s 

most loved electronics giant who are constantly 

on the lookout to increase the network of 

service centers and outlet in the capital by 

providing consumers with quality products and 

worthy after sales service and support. 


Store watch 

The main Sony service centre is located in 

Kantipath and Kesha Plaza, New road for Sony 

Xperia smartphones products with main outlets 

located in Jawalakhel, Min Bhawan, New Road 

and Kantipath. Since Sony corporation has its 

own research and development department it 

caters to the needs of their consumers in an 

effective method with its intensive and specialized 

products and services. Trained by Sony engineers 

the service centre staff are highly qualified to 

address customer enquiries and queries using 

latest technologically advanced equipment for 

diagnostics and repair. “Sony is one of the best 

loved brand in electronics in Nepal, and we focus 

to provide goods and services that will reflect the 

value for money to our customers” affirms 

Mr. Subash Shrestha , Manager , sales and 

Marketing, Nepa Hima trade Link Pvt.Ltd. 

Products ranges from Sony Xperia mobile series, 

Home Entertainment (LED + LCD TV, Home 

Theatre, BLu Ray disc players), Digital Imaging 

(Digital Still camera, camcorder, Inter changeable 

lens cameras) Personal Entertainment (Mp3 + Mp4 

players, headphones , smart phones, speakers) 

and superior technology such as Triluminous 

display for most comfortable yet vivid viewing 

imaginable and Near Field Communication or NFC 

technology. The Sony service and outlet centre in 

Kantipath also promises to showcase the latest 

offering from Sony Corporation bringing in all the 

international product ranges incorporating latest 

and global innovations to Nepal. 

Address 

Kantipath, Kathmandu 

Phone 00977-1-4259289 


Artspace 

My Dear Mona 

y dear Mona, I have created 

“Mmany of your images are 

scattered in my mind, visualizing your 

beauty and appearance.” 

Manuj Babu Mishra’s painting depicts 

the fragmentation and chaos of 

the contemporary life. His painting 

delves into social evils and victimized 

figures with recurrent images of missiles, 

the ‘trishul’ and the descent of 

science and religion into destruction. 

In this painting, he protects his Mona 

Lisa from temptation blending in it 

his own self portrait as an animal. 

He believes that every individual has 

a special character hidden beneath 

the face. The ‘trishul’ and missile 

symbolize a conflict between the 

metaphysical and the physical. He 

has attempted to capture all the images 

in a Nepali context including the 

Mona Lisa in Nepali ‘gunyo cholo’ and 

‘doko’. 

Manuj Babu Mishra 

Manuj Babu Mishra is among the senior artists of Nepal. With a Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Art from Dhaka Art College and a Master’s in Ancient History and Culture from Tribhuvan 

University, he has held numerous art shows in Nepal and abroad. He is also a writer and has published several books on art history and culture along with personal essays. 




Personality 

Miki Yu 

International Sales Director. 

NINGBO OSDA SOLAR CO.LTD 

Shandong Province, China 

P.S.S. Renewable Energy Nepal Pv. Ltd was established for the 

development of renewable energy in the country specializing in the field of 

Solar PV System. Since the establishment P.S.S. Renewable Energy Nepal 

has always believed that electricity as a strong means of development, 

so it deals and distribute world class quality Solar PV components from 

different countries for Solar electrification. The head office operates on 

6,000 sqft, of build up space, two branch offices, eight dealer/agent, seven 

ASS centers and more than fifty qualified staffs equipped with advanced 

tools and machines for state-of-art services to its patrons and customers . 

Miki Yu received her Master’s degree on International 

business studies from Quzhou University, Zhejiong 

Province city, China. As an International Sales Director 

of NINGBO OSDA SOLAR CO. LTD, she represents 

and promotes products and services mainly on solar 

panels, lanterns and lighting products goods through 

P.S.S. Renewable Energy Nepal, Pvt, Ltd, a company 

reputable for the development of renewable energy 

in Nepal, specializing in the field of Solar PV System. 

NINGBO OSDA SOLAR CO. LTD is based in 

Shandong Province, China. Founded in 2005, OSDA is 

a high – tech enterprise mainly engaged in Research 

& Development (R&D), production and installation of 

solar products including solar cell, solar home system, 

solar lighting etc. This China based company has 

received various international recognition certificate 

such as ISO 9001 : 2008 Quality Management 

System, ISO 1400 ( Quality Control System), German 

Nord Laboratory which is the highest standard in EU 

market, CEC Certification for Electrical and Mechanical 

products in United Kingdom, UL certification for USA 

and many more. NINGBO OSDA SOLAR CO.LTD was 

recently recognized by NEPQA 2013 compliance , a 

certificate issued by Renewable Energy Test Station, 

NEPAL. These various recognition makes OSDA’s solar 

panel more reliable for the Nepali market. 

As we being neighboring countries, does China have plans 

to help Nepal on awareness level on Renewable Energy? 

“I would say, there is a big market for solar 

products and on various renewable energy products 

in Nepal. As Nepal suffers from the lack of proper 

electricity or load shedding , our country wants to 

help Nepal in awareness, importance, education, and 

installation of solar products through our business 

partner in Nepal, P.S.S. Renewable Energy Nepal 

pvt.ltd, which has provided many job employments 

form the Nepalese people. 

Can you brief us about your company’s mission? 

Our company’s headquarter is located in Shandong 

Province, China and has a branch office in Ningbo city 

Zhejiang Province. OSDA Shandong plant covers an 

area of 60,000 sq mtr with a total investment of USD 30 

million. We have also employed more than three hundred 

employees in our company; we focus on business 

marketing, Research & Development (R&D), trial order 

and sample preparation. OSDA contributes to a cleaner 

and greener environment, a bright and prosperous future 

for all mankind to be aware on the important use of 

alternative energy. I would say our company’s mission 

is to exceed the expectation of the customers by our 

dedication on continual R&D and excellent service. 

Does your company’s product meet with our standards? 

We have been supplying our products to countries 

like , India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Australia, 

Mexico, Iran and many European countries . I think 

brand is of prime important and as we provide 

higher quality products with reasonable pricing, 

NEPQA 2013 compliance has issued a certificate to 

our company by Renewable Energy Test Station, 

Nepal. All our products have a quality control (QC) 

passed stamp in all our products. 

What is your outlook on NEEK Electro Tech 2014 ? 

This is our first year taking part in NEEK Electro Tech 

2014 through our business partner P.S.S. Renewable 

Energy Pvt. Ltd. As I have mentioned earlier that 

Nepal lacks sufficient electricity power, so it is of 

utmost importance to bring all concerned businesses, 

individuals and policy makers under one roof. As 

Nepal and China neighboring countries, we are ready 

to bring specialist, technicians and engineers for 

the next electro –tech exhibition in Nepal. Through 

such exhibitions we can have a better outlook on the 

drawback and prospect for Nepal’s future on energy 

saving products and services. 


Market 

InFocus 

Interactive 

White Board 

Human Click Enterprises 

New Road 

Tel.: 4224348, 4230961 

Price MRP :4,25,000 Nrs 

Human Click Enterprise recently launched 

the InFocus Interactive White Board for 

the Nepali market. Also regarded to 

be the main eye catcher for the 7 th 

ICT Electronics & Branding expo this 

year. This 60” diagonal screen size has a 

touchscreen display to engage audiences 

with its 1920x1080 resolution. Users can 

also connect the Jtouch touchscreen 

display to your laptop to create a bright, 

colourful touch experience that engages 

the audiences in classrooms and beyond. 

Every content in your laptop’s system 

application can be made interactive, 

bright and superbly clear in any light. Its 

accurate and responsive touch overlay 

with multi-touch capability showcases 

multiple ways to quick connect and 

display your notebook. It supports 

computer compatibility from PC to 

Mac. The Input connection has 3 HDMI 

ports ,VGA(HD15 VEGA, 2 USB ports, 

RCA stereo Audio in, and 3.5mm stereo 

audio in, LAN and output connection 

of 3.5mm stereo audio . With these the 

input or output connection for transfer 

of digital HD video and multichannel 

audio over a single cable is amazingly 

clear in both audio and video. The Touch 

Screen supports edge-to-edge multitouch 

support for Windows 7/8 with 

its 4 point Touch point. Easy to interact 

with its built in 10Wx 2 stereo integrated 

speakers, refresh rate of 200 Hz and E-LED 

and LCD technology , Infocus Interactive 

White Board is suitably the best for every 

sector from private and government 

organizations in the country. It supports 

power AC from 100 to 240V with included 

accessories like power cord, remote 

control and user guide. Combining all 

these state of the art technology and 

specifications, Infocus Interactive White 

Board combines precise touchscreen 

technology with a bright, colourful 

LED display to engage audiences in 

classrooms and beyond. 

Samsung Tab 3 T111 

To add flavour in the tablet 

series, International Marketing 

Services Private Limited, the 

authorized distributor of Samsung 

Mobiles, in Nepal has introduced 

the most affordable 3G tablet 

from Samsung—Tab 3 T111 in 

the market. Powered by 4.2.2 

Jellybean and 1.2 GHz dual core 

processor, all new Samsung 

Tab T111 T comes with 7” TFT 

touchscreen and supports the 

resolution of 600x1024. The tab 

supports a single micro SIM for 

calling and messaging capabilities 

and comes with an internal 

memory of 8 GB that can be 

expanded up to 64 GB with an 

external memory card. Packed 

with multiple features, the Tab 

3 T111 will prove to be a handy 

tool for people from different 

sectors and professional fields. 

Students will be able to prepare 

their notes and presentation and 

study e-book with great ease 

on 7” screen. Similarly, mid-level 

executives and Organizational 

Heads can save a lot of time 

with by preparing reports and 

conducting conference while on 

the run. The 3600 mAh battery 

helps the tab to go longer 

without charging with multiple 

connectivity features like 3G, Wi- 

Fi, Wi-Fi direct, Bluetooth v4.0, GPS 

and AGPS and has an option for 

tethering and portable Hotspot. 

Samsung Tab 3 T111 - 27,000 Nrs 

3GB Ncell Data, (1 GB per month for 3 months) 


Market 

IMS joins the list of 150 plus 

countries to launch the Galaxy 

S5 together on April 11, 

2014International Marketing 

Services Private Limited (IMS), 

the authorised distributor of 

Samsung mobiles in Nepal, 

has launched Samsung Galaxy 

S5, designed focusing on 

what matters most to the 

consumers. Launched along 

with S5, are the new series of 

Samsung Gears—Gear 2 and 

Gear 2 neo with improved 

design and added features. 

Dedicated at offering the 

consumers a refined experience 

with innovation of essential 

features for everyday use the 

Samsung Galaxy S5 blends 

iconic design with modern 

trends to appeal to a range of 

consumer tastes and interests. 

The new Galaxy S5 offers 

superior camera functionality, 

with an intelligence and 

output of a DSLR camera. Its 

camera features a 16 megapixel 

camera with the world’s 

fastest autofocus speed up 

to 0.3 seconds. Its advanced 

High Dynamic `Range (HDR), 

reproduces natural light and 

colour with striking intensity 

at any circumstances with 

innovative new Selective 

features. For consumers seeking 

fast connection the Galaxy 

S5 offers the most advanced 

LTE experience and Wi-Fi 

performance available today, 

ensuring blazing fast data 

speeds for unrivalled media 

consumption and productivity. 

It also features Download 

Booster an innovative Wi-Fi 

technology for boosting data 

speed. With the enhanced S 

Health 3.0, the new Galaxy S5 

offers more tools to help people 

stay fit and well. Additional 

tools including a pedometer, 

diet and exercise records, and a 

new, built-in heart rate monitor 

provides a personal fitness 

tracker to help users monitor 

and manage their behaviour. 

Samsung achieved a significant 

improvement with Samsung 

Gear 2 and Gear 2 Neo offering 

users to accept or ignore 

incoming calls and messages, 

and providing instant 

notification options based on a 

user’s activity and habits. 

Samsung Galaxy S5 - 76,000 Nrs 

Samsung Gear2 - 35,000 Nrs , 

Gear 2 Neo and Gear Fit – 23,000 Nrs 

Pre activated NTC SIM with 5GB of Data 

Samsung Mobile Plaza, Hotel Royal Singi Arcade, 

Kamaladi, Kathmandu, Tel : 4428378 


OPEN Spaces 

The School of Creative Communications is a unique 

blend of creativity and communication. We provide 

a platform for those who dream of nurturing one’s 

creativity through communication. We offer training 

programs on art, photography, writing and languages. 

We have been conducting SCC Explore Photography 

workshops since its establishment in 2009. We have 

been organizing SCC Blue Bag,sharing program 

with scholar once a month. It is located at Kupondol, 

Lalitpur, Nepal. (Link road to Bagmati river) 

www.scc.org.np 

facebook.com/scc.kathmandu 

This picture is a product of the photo assignment 

during the SCC Explore Photography Workshop 

in Butwal. The picture portraits eternal 

communication between human and the bird. The 

soft touch symbolizes the connection and their 

chemistry. This photo was taken at Manimukunda 

Park in Butwal. Manimukunda Park still has 

ruins and antiquities of the majestic palace of 

Manimukunda Sen, an ancient king of Palpa. 

About Photographer: 

Jip Bahadur Thapa is from Butwal. He is a tech 

guy who had handful years of experience as a 

graphics designer. He is fond of exploring new 

places and collecting ancient coins and stamps. 

He is passionate about photography and he thinks 

photography has added value in his professional 

career as a designer. 


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Go Gadgets 

Xperia Z1 

a stunning waterproof 

smartphone with a 

groundbreaking camera 

experience 

Xperia Z1, a premium waterproof 

smartphone that combines the 

very best of Sony’s technology, 

entertainment and wide range 

of companion products 

with a unique and 

groundbreaking camera 

experience. 

The world’s leading 

camera in a smartphone 

The elegant, 5” Xperia Z1 is an addition to Sony’s 

premium Z series of products and brings Sony’s proven 

world-class technologies to the smartphone like never 

before - including the very best of Sony’s camera 

expertise. Xperia Z1 features Sony’s award-winning 

“G Lens” with a 27mm wide angle and bright F2.0 

aperture, custom made large 1/2.3-type CMOS image 

sensor Exmor RS for mobile with 20.7MP and a BIONZ 

for mobile image processing engine. The combination of 

these technologies delivers the same level of quality and 

performance as a conventional compact digital camera 

in a slim, waterproof smartphone. Indeed, independent 

testing has confirmed that Xperia Z1 provides the best 

overall image quality of all leading smartphones1. 


Go Gadgets 

Innovative suite of Xperia 

Camera Applications 

Xperia Z1 takes the conventional 

camera experience to a whole new 

level by including an innovative 

set of Xperia Camera Applications 

that deliver new experiences. 

Applications at launch include: 

Social live: Broadcast precious 

moments live from Xperia Z1 to 

Facebook and get your friends’ 

comments right on your screen. 

Info-eye: Innovative visual search 

function that provides related 

information on landmarks and 

on items such as books or wine 

simply by capturing them with the 

camera. 

Timeshift burst: Capture the perfect 

shot every time - Xperia Z1 takes 

61 images in 2 seconds - a second 

before and after pressing the 

shutter - so you can scroll back and 

forth to find the perfect image. 

AR effect: Overlay a selection 

of fun, customizable animations 

to create pictures using Sony’s 

SmartARTM augmented reality 

technology. 

This means that Xperia Z1 captures 

beautiful, sharp and bright images even 

in lowlight conditions. High shutter 

speeds and 3x clear image zoom also 

prevents shots from being blurred 

while enabling them to be captured at 

distance. 

Beautiful design with high power and 

performance 

Xperia Z1 also includes all of the 

features consumers have come 

to expect of a Sony smartphone. 

Its stunning looks combine Sony’s 

acclaimed OmniBalance design with 

premium materials and precision 

engineering in a slim waterproof and 

dust resistant smartphone (IP55 & IP58). 

A solid one-piece aluminium frame with 

tempered glass on the front and back 

ensures beauty and durability as well as 

a consistent viewing experience from 

any angle. 

Xperia Z1 features the fully integrated 

Qualcomm® Snapdragon 800 

processor with 2.2 GHz quad-core 

CPU and 4G LTE to provide a seamless 

connected entertainment experience, 

industry leading battery performance 

and amazing speed. The Qualcomm 

Snapdragon 800 processor features the 

latest GPU and dual ISP for incredible 

graphics, 3D games and videos. The 

Xperia Z1 also includes a 3000 mAh 

battery for a high battery performance. 

Sony’s Battery STAMINA Mode 

automatically turns off functions to save 

power when you don’t need them and 

restarts them when you do. 

Immersive viewing experience 

Thanks to the inclusion of Sony’s 

BRAVIA TV technology, Xperia Z1 

features Sony’s unique TRILUMINOS 

Display for mobile, creating a wider 

palette of rich natural colours for an 

immersive viewing experience. It 

also includes X-Reality for mobile - 

Sony’s intelligent super resolution 

technology which analyses 

each image and optimises the 

quality to deliver super sharp 

videos. Xperia Z1 also brings 

Sony’s audio expertise to play 

with Sony’s ClearAudio+ which 

automatically optimises the audio 

experience without the need to 

adjust individual settings. 

Xperia Z1 comes with an incredible 

entertainment offer that includes 

five great movies plus an 

exclusive movie access pass 

to the digital release of Sony Pictures’ 

summer blockbuster Elysium as well as 

a two month free trial of Sony’s Music 

Unlimited4 streaming service plus 

much more. 

Unrivalled ecosystem of companion 

products and smart accessories 

Xperia Z1 is supported by an 

ecosystem of innovative companion 

products and accessories. All are 

underpinned by Sony’s one-touch 

functions with NFC technology 

which will number approximately 100 

compatible products by the end of the 

year including TVs, headphones, audio 

speakers, tablets, and more. 

Based on consumer 

research conducted 

by Strategy Analytics 

conducted on 23rd 

August 2013 


connects 

02 JK White Cement 

14 Kuleshwor, Naya Basti, Kathmandu 

Ph: 977-9851050650 

prashant.chaturvedi@jkcement.com 

www.jkcement.com 

03 Technical Associates Services Pvt. Ltd. 

Thapathali, Kathmandu 

Ph: 977-1-4219999 

ta@ta.com.np 

www.tas.com.np 

04 Beko 

Putalisadak, Kathmandu 

Toll Free No: 1660 01 12345 4422190 

www.beko.com.np 

05 Parth International 

Babarmahal, Kathmandu 

Ph: 977-9802044440 

info@parthinternational.org 

www.parthinternational.org 

07 ICT Association of Nepal 

Computer Bazaar, Putalisadak 

Ph: 977-1-4419290 

ictnepal@live.com 

www.ict.org.np 

09 Index Furniture 

Metro Park Building, 1st Floor, Lazimpat 

Ph: 977-1-4415181 

info@indexfurniture.com.np 

www.indexfurniture.com.np 

11 Deluxe Trading Company 

Putalisadak, Kamaladi, Kathmandu 

Ph: 977-1-4245317 

deluxe@mail.com.np 

12 Starnet Enterprises Pvt. Ltd. 

Shankhamul, Pragatinagar Marg, Kathmandu 

Ph: 977-1-4781945 

info@starnetenterprises.com 

www.starnetenterprises.com 

15 Mercantile Office System Pvt. Ltd. 

Hiti Pokhari, Durbarmarg 

Ph: 977-1-4440773 / 4445620 

raj@mercantile.com.np 

www.mospl.com.np 

17 E3 Security Solution Pvt. Ltd. 

Kumaripati, Lalitpur 

Ph: 977-1-5008730 / 5554961 

info@e3solution.com.np 

www.e3solution.com.np 

18 Media Nine Pvt. Ltd. 

Narayan Chaur, Naxal, Kathmandu 

Ph: 977-1-4410440 / 4426655 

marketing@media9.com.np 

19 Skylight Pvt. Ltd. 

Naxal (Opp to Police HQ), Kathmandu 

Ph: 977-1-4423851 

info@skylight.com.np 

www.skylight.com.np 

19 Somany Ceramics Limited 

Rajesh Sanitaryware 

Tripureshwor, Kathmandu 

Ph: 977-1-4260714 

rajeshsanitary@gmail.com 

24 Worldlink Communication Pvt. Ltd. 

Jawalakhel, Lalitpur 

Ph: 977-1-5523050 

sales@wlink.com.np 

www.worldlink.com.np 

25 Kitchen Concepts Pvt. Ltd. 

Teku Road (Near to Bakery Café) 

Ph: 977-1-4221858 

nepalkitchen@wlink.com.np 

29 Kedia Organization 

399 Ganeshman Singh Path, Kalimati 

Ph: 977-1-4273987 

hemrajkarki@gmail.com 

www.kediaorganization.com 

36 Nepal Republic Media Pvt. Ltd. 

JDA Complex, Bagh Durbar 

Ph: 977-1-4265100,4261808 

circulation@nagariknews.com 

37 MD Furniture 

Maharajgunj (Opp. U.S. Embassy) 

Ph: 977-1-4721484 

mdfurniture@snet.com.np 

www.mdfurniturenepal.com 

37 Pioneer Electrocables Pvt. Ltd. 

MLK Building, Kupondole 

Ph: 977-1-5544771 

electric.cable@yahoo.com 

www.sardaonline.com 

49 Balterio - Navin Distributors Pvt. Ltd. 

1st Floor, A.T. Complex, New Plaza, Kathmandu 

Ph: 977-1-4430785 

balterio@navindistributors.com 

www.balterio.com 

55 Yeti Airlines 

Tilganga, Kathmandu 

Ph: 977-1- 4464878 

reservations@yetiairlines.com 

www.yetiairlines.com 

57 Buddha Air 

Jawalakhel, Lalitpur 

Ph: 977-1-5542494 

www.buddhaair.com 

58 New Snapper Photo 

New Road, Kathmandu 

Ph: 977-1-4224645 

newsnapper@hotmail.com 

59 Pashupati Paints Pvt. Ltd. 

Maitighar, Kathmandu 

Ph: 977-1-4258209 

pashupati@paints.wlink.com.np 

65 Atc Pvt. Ltd. 

336/21, Ganesh Man Sing Path-2, 

Teku Road 

Ph: 977-1-4262220 

atc@wlink.com.np 

65 CNC Craft 

Kolcha Pokhari Tole, Chakupat, Lalitpur 

Ph: 977-1-5260915 / 5260916 

cnccraft9@gmail.com 

66 Bira Furniture 

Patan Industrial Estate, Lalitpur 

Ph: 977-1-5522253 

contact@birafurniture.com.np 

www.birafurniture.com.np 

71 Foto Hollywood 

Civil Bank Building, Kamaladi 

Ph: 977-1-4169060 

www.fotohollywood.com.np 

75 Marvel Technoplast Pvt. Ltd. 

Heritage Plaza - II, 2nd Floor, Kamaladi 

Ph: 977-1-4169122 

info@marvel.com.np 

www.marvel.com.np 

76 Berger Jenson & Nicholson (Nepal) 

Pvt. Ltd. 

Berger House - 492, Tinkune, Kathmandu 

Ph: 977-1-4466038 

info@bergernepal.com 

www.bergernepal.com

4. April 2014

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