ᐅ Modernist Concrete Villa with Cavity Wall Insulation – Experiences

Created on: 11 Sep 2018 07:32
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rick2018
Hello everyone,

I just wanted to briefly introduce myself and say thank you.

For about a year and a half, I have been a silent reader here to gather inspiration and especially to gain more knowledge about construction technology.

Now a bit about me:
After more than a year of searching for a plot of land, I was able to purchase one from a developer who couldn’t move forward quickly with his plans.
So we found our dream plot (good location, 2500 m² (0.62 acres), slight slope, underground private spring that we have to preserve and are allowed to use).
There was an old house on the property, which we have since demolished.
There is no zoning plan, so §34 applies. During an initial informal inquiry at the building authority, almost everything we planned was rejected.
So we submitted an official preliminary building inquiry, involved the right people, and had lengthy discussions. In the end, we received a positive decision.
Therefore, there is nothing standing in the way of the building permit. The building permit should be granted within the next few weeks as there are no changes from the preliminary inquiry.

My wife (37) and I (36) want to build a Bauhaus-style villa in southern Baden-Württemberg.
It will be constructed from concrete (with core insulation) or in combination with insulated precast elements.
A lot of glass (full-glass system), textile shading, KNX, fast network both wired and wireless, strong mechanical ventilation with additional cooling coils, stainless steel pool, large cistern, and more.
The electrical planning must be 100% spot on since it’s almost impossible to make changes afterward.
Since I am friends with an architect from a larger firm, it was clear which route we would take. Such a house can basically only be realized with an architect.
I also personally know the electrician and KNX system integrator, as well as the owners and work approach of the heating, plumbing, and ventilation companies involved.
Some trades have already been contracted, and part of the equipment has already been ordered.

I’m really looking forward to getting started and to the final result. The goal is to move in by the end of 2019.

Once again, many thanks for the information I have received from you so far.
If you have any questions, just let me know.

Attached is the design, though not the final version. There have been a few minor changes.

Greetings from Swabia

Modern villa with flat roofs, terraces, glass surfaces, green surroundings – several views.
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annab377
16 Apr 2020 20:36
No, although there are probably many interesting threads, I simply don’t have that much time. Thanks for the great explanation!
rick201816 Apr 2020 20:38
@Mellina Is it with installation or just the materials? Customs clearance is already in progress...

@K1300S Apparently, they didn’t read the building biology magazine.
The BG guidelines were followed, meaning fans, open windows or facade, safety shoes, and gloves...
We all know that safety regulations on construction sites are often not strictly enforced.
I think the guys probably all smoke anyway.
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Solveigh
16 Apr 2020 20:51
I’m looking forward to seeing how everything turns out when it’s finished!

Which type of acoustic ceiling did you choose? Lignotrend?
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haydee
16 Apr 2020 21:12
I am waiting for goods from Spain and Italy that have been fully produced, with part of the shipment loaded weeks ago, even before the complete lockdown. According to the shipping company, a truck has been waiting at the Spain/France border for 3 weeks. It is probably only the trailer. Freight traffic is reportedly running very poorly in some cases.
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haydee
16 Apr 2020 21:14
@rick2018
I’m looking forward to seeing the finished floor.
rick201816 Apr 2020 21:15
@Solveigh We had a hard time choosing suspended ceilings.
We looked at many different systems. Visually, we liked Lignotrend best from the start. However, it was also the most expensive in comparison.
After the tender process and tough price negotiations, we finally decided on Lignotrend.
It’s quite a big commitment, which we hadn’t really planned for (like a few other things).
I believe there are still a few people in this forum who have Lignotrend. I’m sure about @hampshire.