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
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
Daniel-Sp schrieb:
You can report back soon, I still need to run the cable. One more question: Ubiquiti recommends installing surge/lightning protection at both ends of the outdoor cable. Did you set it up that way? No, but that’s a good tip, as I wasn’t aware of it. Everything is still temporary at the moment, and I can take that into account for the final version if it is really necessary.
@Daniel-Sp
Currently, there are only three access points (APs) truly suitable for outdoor use: the AC Mesh, the AC Mesh Pro, and the Flex HD.
The Access Point Pro is only conditionally suitable (only for covered areas).
The AC Mesh is rather slow but sufficient for a garden. It’s affordable but not very aesthetically pleasing. The problem is that the antennas can move when birds perch on them. Some people even print supports with a 3D printer...
The antennas allow good control over the signal radiation. For shorter distances, it’s not a bad choice.
The AC Mesh Pro is faster but quite large. You should note down the dimensions. On a smaller building, it can easily look out of place.
The Mesh Pro focuses the Wi-Fi signal forward. Its performance drops off quickly at the sides.
The Flex HD has the same speed as the Nano HD. It’s smaller than a slim beverage can and the most modern of the three.
I currently have one running as a standalone on the construction site. Since I found a dead spot behind the house, I will install it there on the facade later. I still had a free cable run to that spot.
Otherwise, the Mesh Pros are used. If the Flex HD had already been available when I made the purchase, I would have chosen the Flex HD everywhere. These are more discreet, more powerful, and receive longer support.
Lightning protection is not necessary. Building practices in the USA differ from ours. There are often no lightning rods, etc.
Currently, there are only three access points (APs) truly suitable for outdoor use: the AC Mesh, the AC Mesh Pro, and the Flex HD.
The Access Point Pro is only conditionally suitable (only for covered areas).
The AC Mesh is rather slow but sufficient for a garden. It’s affordable but not very aesthetically pleasing. The problem is that the antennas can move when birds perch on them. Some people even print supports with a 3D printer...
The antennas allow good control over the signal radiation. For shorter distances, it’s not a bad choice.
The AC Mesh Pro is faster but quite large. You should note down the dimensions. On a smaller building, it can easily look out of place.
The Mesh Pro focuses the Wi-Fi signal forward. Its performance drops off quickly at the sides.
The Flex HD has the same speed as the Nano HD. It’s smaller than a slim beverage can and the most modern of the three.
I currently have one running as a standalone on the construction site. Since I found a dead spot behind the house, I will install it there on the facade later. I still had a free cable run to that spot.
Otherwise, the Mesh Pros are used. If the Flex HD had already been available when I made the purchase, I would have chosen the Flex HD everywhere. These are more discreet, more powerful, and receive longer support.
Lightning protection is not necessary. Building practices in the USA differ from ours. There are often no lightning rods, etc.
untergasse4315 May 2020 10:25The FlexHD are amazing. We also use them in our roof overhangs, where they protrude only 5cm (2 inches). It hardly gets any better than that.
rick2018 schrieb:
@Harakiri Insulation isn’t just for cold protection, as you already mentioned. Ventilated façades offer significant benefits against heat gain as well. They also provide some help against cold.
For us, insulation wasn’t the main issue; it was more about the appearance.
If I could have achieved the desired look more affordably, we would have gone for it. Of course, the design possibilities with a ventilated façade are almost limitless – and the benefits for cooling and moisture management are an added bonus. If budget isn’t the primary concern, this is usually the optimal solution in most cases.
Have your panels already been (partly) installed, or is the construction progress not that far yet?
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