ᐅ Single-family home on a south-facing slope at an elevation of 900 meters above sea level
Created on: 3 Apr 2019 22:20
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philipok
Hello everyone,
We have now received a floor plan from the architect that we really like. I would appreciate feedback from the forum with constructive criticism and suggestions for improvement. Let’s work from the bottom up:
Basement:
Two rooms are planned for commercial use here. That’s why there is a separate “customer entrance” on the south side. We need the utility entrance for coming back from gardening or skiing in winter. Sports equipment, etc., can be stored directly in the hobby room. Since we have planted a small orchard and I want to start beekeeping, there is a small storage room. A workshop corner in the technical room is mandatory.
Ground Floor:
We want an open kitchen-dining-living area for social gatherings, including a wood stove (we already had one in my parents’ house, and I love the cozy warmth it provides). The southwest view is unbeatable, so we need large windows here. The guest room is sized to fit a 120 x 200 cm (47 x 79 inch) care bed in case a parent is alone and requires care. If the care bed is placed against the wall (it should be on wheels), a wheelchair can approach it. The bathroom is planned to be accessible for people with disabilities.
Upper Floor:
There are five of us. Each child will have their own room. For when they reach puberty, the two girls will share one bathroom, and our son will share the large bathroom with us.
Regarding the heating system, I am still undecided. I have read a lot on the forum. Some say solar thermal systems are too expensive to install and not cost-effective. Does, for example, a ground source heat pump provide enough heat at our altitude (especially when coming in wet from skiing and needing to dry clothes)? The electricity usually comes from a photovoltaic system, which brings storage challenges. With a roof pitch of about 30–32° (86–89°) and typically four months of winter, power production will often be limited.
The local heating installer recommends a gas condensing boiler combined with a water-heated fireplace and a small solar thermal system. But that seems neither sustainable nor innovative to me.
Looking forward to your feedback. And please don’t be surprised if I’m offline for a day or two occasionally—I travel frequently for work.
We have now received a floor plan from the architect that we really like. I would appreciate feedback from the forum with constructive criticism and suggestions for improvement. Let’s work from the bottom up:
Basement:
Two rooms are planned for commercial use here. That’s why there is a separate “customer entrance” on the south side. We need the utility entrance for coming back from gardening or skiing in winter. Sports equipment, etc., can be stored directly in the hobby room. Since we have planted a small orchard and I want to start beekeeping, there is a small storage room. A workshop corner in the technical room is mandatory.
Ground Floor:
We want an open kitchen-dining-living area for social gatherings, including a wood stove (we already had one in my parents’ house, and I love the cozy warmth it provides). The southwest view is unbeatable, so we need large windows here. The guest room is sized to fit a 120 x 200 cm (47 x 79 inch) care bed in case a parent is alone and requires care. If the care bed is placed against the wall (it should be on wheels), a wheelchair can approach it. The bathroom is planned to be accessible for people with disabilities.
Upper Floor:
There are five of us. Each child will have their own room. For when they reach puberty, the two girls will share one bathroom, and our son will share the large bathroom with us.
Regarding the heating system, I am still undecided. I have read a lot on the forum. Some say solar thermal systems are too expensive to install and not cost-effective. Does, for example, a ground source heat pump provide enough heat at our altitude (especially when coming in wet from skiing and needing to dry clothes)? The electricity usually comes from a photovoltaic system, which brings storage challenges. With a roof pitch of about 30–32° (86–89°) and typically four months of winter, power production will often be limited.
The local heating installer recommends a gas condensing boiler combined with a water-heated fireplace and a small solar thermal system. But that seems neither sustainable nor innovative to me.
Looking forward to your feedback. And please don’t be surprised if I’m offline for a day or two occasionally—I travel frequently for work.
Ground Floor Bathroom
The shower measures 1.5 x 1.5 meters (5 x 5 feet), wheelchair access is possible, and assistance can be provided.
The door is 1 meter (3.3 feet) wide, allowing access to the washbasin (not wheelchair accessible). Beside the washbasin, there is space to place a razor, toothbrush, or comb within reach.
The wall-hung toilet installation is supported on both sides with solid wood so that grab bars can be mounted. It can be approached with a walker or wheelchair without needing to back up. Assistance can be provided during toilet use.
The shower measures 1.5 x 1.5 meters (5 x 5 feet), wheelchair access is possible, and assistance can be provided.
The door is 1 meter (3.3 feet) wide, allowing access to the washbasin (not wheelchair accessible). Beside the washbasin, there is space to place a razor, toothbrush, or comb within reach.
The wall-hung toilet installation is supported on both sides with solid wood so that grab bars can be mounted. It can be approached with a walker or wheelchair without needing to back up. Assistance can be provided during toilet use.
haydee schrieb:
Regarding the bathroom on the ground floor
The shower measures 1.5 x 1.5 m (5 x 5 feet), allowing wheelchair access and assistance if needed.
The door is 1 m (3.3 feet) wide, enabling wheelchair approach to the sink (not fully wheelchair accessible).
Next to the sink, there is space to place a razor, toothbrush, and comb within reach.
The support wall for the toilet is reinforced with solid wood on both sides to allow installation of grab bars. It can be accessed with a walker or wheelchair without needing to back up.
Assistance can be provided during toilet use.Thanks for the input!!
Different Topic:
I have received some consumption data from 2018 from the current tenant of the summer toboggan run and Prijut12 (bar/restaurant):
As a family of five, we consume around 2,600 kWh of electricity annually in our 107 m² (1,151 sq ft) apartment in Leipzig.
Question: Based on this data, would you recommend planning electricity and heating in a way that supplies all three properties (Prijut12, summer toboggan run, single-family house)?
I have received some consumption data from 2018 from the current tenant of the summer toboggan run and Prijut12 (bar/restaurant):
- Electricity: 48,000 kWh
- Natural gas: 34,000 kWh
As a family of five, we consume around 2,600 kWh of electricity annually in our 107 m² (1,151 sq ft) apartment in Leipzig.
Question: Based on this data, would you recommend planning electricity and heating in a way that supplies all three properties (Prijut12, summer toboggan run, single-family house)?
The consumption doesn’t decrease. You only save the discount.
How much additional cost would arise during the site development?
How generously is the main connection designed?
With electricity, you pay for different amperage levels. It’s not that it’s enough for a ski lift, toboggan run, and kitchen, but then struggles when the oven in the house is on and the electric car is plugged in.
And then there’s the question of what the supplier says about it.
How much additional cost would arise during the site development?
How generously is the main connection designed?
With electricity, you pay for different amperage levels. It’s not that it’s enough for a ski lift, toboggan run, and kitchen, but then struggles when the oven in the house is on and the electric car is plugged in.
And then there’s the question of what the supplier says about it.
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hampshire16 Apr 2019 17:06Topic Heating System: Take a look at the ice storage heating system. Simple, innovative, and environmentally friendly. Maybe a bit oversized in terms of capacity. Unfortunately, our site did not allow for installing a suitable storage unit underground.
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