Since I plan to build next year or at the latest the year after, I am now starting to look more closely into the topic of house construction and hope to get some suggestions or answers to my questions.
The plot (2400 sqm (about 26,000 sq ft)) is already available, approximately 40 km (25 miles) south of Hamburg. I am not allowed to build a two-story house; otherwise, everything is allowed.
Basically, I want two things: unusual architecture and a very spacious, open design.
- Point 1 is very important to me. I want to stand in front of my house and be impressed by it every day. It should definitely not be a standard design. I have many pictures of houses from magazines and the internet that I like, but I never know what such houses cost or how large they need to be at minimum to realize them. I do not yet know exactly what I want.
- Point 2: I expect a lot of criticism or comments that it is too large, but I am planning about 400-500 sqm (4300-5400 sq ft) of living space. I currently live alone in 190 sqm (2045 sq ft) and do not consider that too large.
Rough idea:
Ground floor: 100 sqm (1075 sq ft) living room as the heart of the house, with ceiling height over two floors. Kitchen 40 sqm (430 sq ft), dining room 30 sqm (320 sq ft), bathroom 15 sqm (160 sq ft), guest room 20 sqm (215 sq ft), utility room 30 sqm (320 sq ft), office 25 sqm (270 sq ft).
First floor: Bedroom 35 sqm (375 sq ft), bathroom 30 sqm (320 sq ft), walk-in closet 30 sqm (320 sq ft), small office 15 sqm (160 sq ft) (all en suite).
Three children’s rooms each 30 sqm (320 sq ft), full bathroom 20 sqm (215 sq ft).
Currently, the area distribution between the ground and first floor does not quite fit yet, but these are just my initial ideas without having spoken to an architect.
Unfortunately, it is quite difficult to find information online about projects of this size—prices, floor plans, pictures, etc.
What is the best way to proceed now? I have two architects nearby who have built quite unusual reference projects that I like and plan to schedule appointments with them soon. Does anyone have recommendations for architects in Hamburg and the surrounding area who could realize such a project? An architect who typically works with more traditional single-family houses is probably not the right contact. Where can I find an architect suitable for my building project?
All trades will be contracted separately. Would the architect also handle the tendering, negotiation, and acceptance, or should I hire a second person for this?
How much time should I plan for the entire project? Three to six months for planning and then another six months for construction, or is that too long or too short?
And now perhaps the most difficult question: What kind of budget should I expect? The house fully move-in ready—meaning kitchen, flooring, painting, lighting for all rooms, incidental construction costs, but excluding garage, furniture, and landscaping, which will be extra. Of course, this question is very general. You can spend $5,000 on a kitchen or $200,000. It should be very high-end quality but no golden faucets needed. Can I expect to manage with around one million euros?
I appreciate any suggestions or experiences; feel free to contact me via PM as well.
The plot (2400 sqm (about 26,000 sq ft)) is already available, approximately 40 km (25 miles) south of Hamburg. I am not allowed to build a two-story house; otherwise, everything is allowed.
Basically, I want two things: unusual architecture and a very spacious, open design.
- Point 1 is very important to me. I want to stand in front of my house and be impressed by it every day. It should definitely not be a standard design. I have many pictures of houses from magazines and the internet that I like, but I never know what such houses cost or how large they need to be at minimum to realize them. I do not yet know exactly what I want.
- Point 2: I expect a lot of criticism or comments that it is too large, but I am planning about 400-500 sqm (4300-5400 sq ft) of living space. I currently live alone in 190 sqm (2045 sq ft) and do not consider that too large.
Rough idea:
Ground floor: 100 sqm (1075 sq ft) living room as the heart of the house, with ceiling height over two floors. Kitchen 40 sqm (430 sq ft), dining room 30 sqm (320 sq ft), bathroom 15 sqm (160 sq ft), guest room 20 sqm (215 sq ft), utility room 30 sqm (320 sq ft), office 25 sqm (270 sq ft).
First floor: Bedroom 35 sqm (375 sq ft), bathroom 30 sqm (320 sq ft), walk-in closet 30 sqm (320 sq ft), small office 15 sqm (160 sq ft) (all en suite).
Three children’s rooms each 30 sqm (320 sq ft), full bathroom 20 sqm (215 sq ft).
Currently, the area distribution between the ground and first floor does not quite fit yet, but these are just my initial ideas without having spoken to an architect.
Unfortunately, it is quite difficult to find information online about projects of this size—prices, floor plans, pictures, etc.
What is the best way to proceed now? I have two architects nearby who have built quite unusual reference projects that I like and plan to schedule appointments with them soon. Does anyone have recommendations for architects in Hamburg and the surrounding area who could realize such a project? An architect who typically works with more traditional single-family houses is probably not the right contact. Where can I find an architect suitable for my building project?
All trades will be contracted separately. Would the architect also handle the tendering, negotiation, and acceptance, or should I hire a second person for this?
How much time should I plan for the entire project? Three to six months for planning and then another six months for construction, or is that too long or too short?
And now perhaps the most difficult question: What kind of budget should I expect? The house fully move-in ready—meaning kitchen, flooring, painting, lighting for all rooms, incidental construction costs, but excluding garage, furniture, and landscaping, which will be extra. Of course, this question is very general. You can spend $5,000 on a kitchen or $200,000. It should be very high-end quality but no golden faucets needed. Can I expect to manage with around one million euros?
I appreciate any suggestions or experiences; feel free to contact me via PM as well.
@DragonyxXL: The entire plot area may be developed, and the floor area ratio is 0.2. I didn’t mention it further because that’s not a limitation for me. I don’t want to build that large anyway.
There are no regulations regarding eaves height, ridge height, etc. A single-story building is definitely the only restriction. An architect also reviewed this beforehand.
@ypg: Of course, costs and gold matter to me. I’m doing exactly as you described: I check my financial framework (€1,500,000, I don’t like banks and dependencies, so I’m paying entirely from my own funds), buy a plot, and review the zoning plan. Now I assess what I can get for my money or what I want.
Others have a total budget of €500,000; I have €1,500,000 plus the land. (My rough plan: €1,000,000 for the house, €200,000 for exterior work and garage, €100,000 for furniture, €200,000 as a buffer.) What’s so wrong about that, or why should I be considered a troll?
Tastes obviously vary, but I just prefer large open spaces rather than several smaller ones. The question is how everything is used. A 30m² (320 sq ft) bathroom with a jacuzzi and sauna isn’t too big, just like a living room isn’t, if you combine a TV area, pool table, fireplace seating, library, and so forth.
@steffen: This wasn’t the best year, but I think it should be enough time to build a project of this size, right?
I’m now looking forward to your input.
There are no regulations regarding eaves height, ridge height, etc. A single-story building is definitely the only restriction. An architect also reviewed this beforehand.
@ypg: Of course, costs and gold matter to me. I’m doing exactly as you described: I check my financial framework (€1,500,000, I don’t like banks and dependencies, so I’m paying entirely from my own funds), buy a plot, and review the zoning plan. Now I assess what I can get for my money or what I want.
Others have a total budget of €500,000; I have €1,500,000 plus the land. (My rough plan: €1,000,000 for the house, €200,000 for exterior work and garage, €100,000 for furniture, €200,000 as a buffer.) What’s so wrong about that, or why should I be considered a troll?
Tastes obviously vary, but I just prefer large open spaces rather than several smaller ones. The question is how everything is used. A 30m² (320 sq ft) bathroom with a jacuzzi and sauna isn’t too big, just like a living room isn’t, if you combine a TV area, pool table, fireplace seating, library, and so forth.
@steffen: This wasn’t the best year, but I think it should be enough time to build a project of this size, right?
I’m now looking forward to your input.
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HilfeHilfe19 Apr 2016 13:04Respect and well done!
Bautraum201519 Apr 2016 13:12Ditto! Someone did everything right there. I find your large project exciting and would love it if you keep us updated. Unfortunately, I have no idea how so many square meters (square feet) feel in a house and am curious to see what kind of floor plan will result.
With the given financial framework, you can afford a nationally recognized (star) architect who will later collaborate with a local project management or construction supervision firm during the building phase. For example, in Hamburg, Hadi Teherani is known for sophisticated, rather cool-technical projects. In Berlin, there are Graft Architects, who have built for Brad Pitt, or Jürgen Meyer H, if you want something a bit spectacular and organic in form. For a classic, minimalist villa, David Chipperfield in Berlin is a good choice. Constructivist-futuristic designs come from Zaha Hadid, who unfortunately passed away recently. Her mentor Rem Koolhaas/OMA in Rotterdam would likely take on the project for around €1 million. Peter Zumthor in Chur, Switzerland might also be willing to design the 4B for you if you ask him nicely and prefer to remain spectacularly modest despite your size.
Throughout Germany, especially in the southern region, there are many smaller offices that build very high-quality, ambitious single-family homes: Titus Bernhard in Augsburg, Kehrbaum Architects in Kaufbeuren, or buchnerbründler in Basel.
In short: With the estimated budget, you can hire any architect you want. You just need to decide whether the design should be spectacular only for you or also – or mainly – to impress and astonish the outside world.
However, for 400-500 m2 (4,300-5,400 sq ft) of living and usable space and the expected level of finish, I would actually budget around €1.4 to 1.7 million – purely construction costs, excluding additional building-related costs, landscaping, furnishings, etc. Building is expensive even for people with a large budget.
Throughout Germany, especially in the southern region, there are many smaller offices that build very high-quality, ambitious single-family homes: Titus Bernhard in Augsburg, Kehrbaum Architects in Kaufbeuren, or buchnerbründler in Basel.
In short: With the estimated budget, you can hire any architect you want. You just need to decide whether the design should be spectacular only for you or also – or mainly – to impress and astonish the outside world.
However, for 400-500 m2 (4,300-5,400 sq ft) of living and usable space and the expected level of finish, I would actually budget around €1.4 to 1.7 million – purely construction costs, excluding additional building-related costs, landscaping, furnishings, etc. Building is expensive even for people with a large budget.
... I would also suggest buying a few glossy magazines that feature architect-designed houses, and of course, you can find plenty online as well. Otherwise, I recommend checking out Hufhaus online; even though it's a type series house, it fits the planned budget and the idea of spacious and distinctive living.
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Peanuts7419 Apr 2016 14:24Steffen80 schrieb:
I’m completely relaxed about this... if needed, I’ll even post my tax assessment notice That doesn’t say much. I think someone once fooled a lot of investors with this. He showed a tax assessment notice listing tens of millions in income, which he could easily report as self-employed. Then, when he was supposed to pay tens of millions in taxes according to that notice, he simply submitted a revocation, claiming he had made a mistake in three digits *lol*
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