Good morning everyone,
after the great advice on the topic of "terrace house" in the general forum, we have now purchased the small plot and will soon have the first more detailed discussions with general contractors (and possibly architects), from whom we would like to have the house built "turnkey."
Since I would like to be well prepared for the discussions and ask the right questions straight away, I would really appreciate any feedback, suggestions, or criticism on the first amateur floor plan draft.
The design and interior layout are not meant to be exact to the centimeter but rather to show what is basically possible within the building envelope. Since it is a terrace house, no windows are allowed on the east-facing wall. We are initially planning with a basement. Compared to many other examples here, this is probably a fairly classic or rather plain design for most, but I’m afraid not much else is possible.
Many thanks in advance!
Development Plan / Restrictions
Plot size – 240 sqm (2,583 sq ft)
Slope – none
Floor area ratio 0.4
Building envelope, building line, and boundary – 8.5 x 11 m (28 x 36 ft)
Border development – terrace house, meaning direct boundary development on the left (still vacant) and right (already developed)
Roof type – gable roof 35°-40°
Maximum heights / limits – ridge height max. 9.5 m (31 ft); eaves height max. 6.0 m (20 ft)
Client Requirements
Basement, floors – basement yes, 2 full floors, attic as potential conversion space
Number of people, ages – 3 persons (32, 34, 4)
House design
Planning source: do-it-yourself
Personal budget for the house: €300,000 + €50,000 basement + €50,000 ancillary building costs
What is the most important/basic question about the floor plan summarized in 130 characters?
Does the floor plan make sense as is, or could a small separate office be included through a smarter layout? Should certain rooms be bigger or smaller?
after the great advice on the topic of "terrace house" in the general forum, we have now purchased the small plot and will soon have the first more detailed discussions with general contractors (and possibly architects), from whom we would like to have the house built "turnkey."
Since I would like to be well prepared for the discussions and ask the right questions straight away, I would really appreciate any feedback, suggestions, or criticism on the first amateur floor plan draft.
The design and interior layout are not meant to be exact to the centimeter but rather to show what is basically possible within the building envelope. Since it is a terrace house, no windows are allowed on the east-facing wall. We are initially planning with a basement. Compared to many other examples here, this is probably a fairly classic or rather plain design for most, but I’m afraid not much else is possible.
Many thanks in advance!
Development Plan / Restrictions
Plot size – 240 sqm (2,583 sq ft)
Slope – none
Floor area ratio 0.4
Building envelope, building line, and boundary – 8.5 x 11 m (28 x 36 ft)
Border development – terrace house, meaning direct boundary development on the left (still vacant) and right (already developed)
Roof type – gable roof 35°-40°
Maximum heights / limits – ridge height max. 9.5 m (31 ft); eaves height max. 6.0 m (20 ft)
Client Requirements
Basement, floors – basement yes, 2 full floors, attic as potential conversion space
Number of people, ages – 3 persons (32, 34, 4)
House design
Planning source: do-it-yourself
Personal budget for the house: €300,000 + €50,000 basement + €50,000 ancillary building costs
What is the most important/basic question about the floor plan summarized in 130 characters?
Does the floor plan make sense as is, or could a small separate office be included through a smarter layout? Should certain rooms be bigger or smaller?
Congratulations on the plot!
I think this is fine as a starting point and completely sufficient for a basis of discussion. I would see the office rather in the basement or the attic (depends on the budget and whether the basement is built with living-height ceilings, etc.).
What makes me a bit hesitant is the size with a $300,000 budget. Isn’t that a bit small? How much does the price per square meter roughly cost in your area? With that amount of money, I would try to add at least one more meter on the garden side.
I think this is fine as a starting point and completely sufficient for a basis of discussion. I would see the office rather in the basement or the attic (depends on the budget and whether the basement is built with living-height ceilings, etc.).
What makes me a bit hesitant is the size with a $300,000 budget. Isn’t that a bit small? How much does the price per square meter roughly cost in your area? With that amount of money, I would try to add at least one more meter on the garden side.
kaho674 schrieb:
What concerns me a bit is the size with a 300K budget. Isn’t that a little small? How much do you pay per square meter approximately? I would try to add another meter on the garden side with that money.Thanks in advance!
You mean it might be possible to build larger with 300K? That would be great. I’m currently planning about 125 sqm (1,345 sq ft). At €2,200 per sqm (€204 per sq ft), that comes to €275,000, and I would like to keep some buffer for the attic conversion and basement.
Well, that’s why I’m asking how much per square meter it costs. It varies a lot depending on the region. With 2200, it’s rather above average. So, it will probably stay about the same. Do you already know who you’re building with?
By the way: Because of the terraced house construction, I would make all the windows as large as possible since every bit of natural light helps. Especially in the living room.
By the way: Because of the terraced house construction, I would make all the windows as large as possible since every bit of natural light helps. Especially in the living room.
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