ᐅ Single-Family Home Optimization and Planning (180 sqm + Attic, No Basement)
Created on: 22 May 2020 21:23
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phil1234522 May 2020 21:23Hello everyone,
I was directed to this interesting sub-forum through other threads, and of course, I would like to share our idea pool in the form of Draft 2.0.
First, a few facts about us:
Both 32 years old, no children, working full time. Two children are planned, but only after the house is built and before 40. So, relatively mid-term.
We plan to build in the front yard (650 m² (7,000 sq ft)) of the builder’s parents. The plot is signed, and the partnership agreement is in place. We envision a single-family house of about 180 m² (1,940 sq ft) with a double garage. We do not want a basement.
The house should preferably meet the KfW55 energy efficiency standard despite having a gas heating system. As a guy, I obviously find KNX great, but maybe Somfy Smart Home would also work. However, I would really regret it in the future if I squander that investment.
The cube shown in the drawing, originally made of exposed concrete, has now been clad with Trespa panels. The window shutters should be external Venetian blinds (Raffstores) in the basement and regular shutters on the upper floor. A large covered terrace (not visible here) is also very important to us since we really want to sit in the garden sheltered from the weather.
Additionally, we face the challenge that the driveway is from the southwest side, so we need to combine garden and driveway.
A wood-burning fireplace is very important to the builder. The airlock/transition zone between garage and house, connecting both, is also essential. We like the idea of a shared but “separate” bathroom; a bathtub is not necessary. An additional third, basic bathroom in the garage for garden parties is also planned (we live in a rural area of Lower Saxony, where corn and beer are enjoyed every other day…) but should be kept very simple.
I will actively participate in the thread and look forward to an engaging discussion.
Best regards,
Phil12345
I was directed to this interesting sub-forum through other threads, and of course, I would like to share our idea pool in the form of Draft 2.0.
First, a few facts about us:
Both 32 years old, no children, working full time. Two children are planned, but only after the house is built and before 40. So, relatively mid-term.
We plan to build in the front yard (650 m² (7,000 sq ft)) of the builder’s parents. The plot is signed, and the partnership agreement is in place. We envision a single-family house of about 180 m² (1,940 sq ft) with a double garage. We do not want a basement.
The house should preferably meet the KfW55 energy efficiency standard despite having a gas heating system. As a guy, I obviously find KNX great, but maybe Somfy Smart Home would also work. However, I would really regret it in the future if I squander that investment.
The cube shown in the drawing, originally made of exposed concrete, has now been clad with Trespa panels. The window shutters should be external Venetian blinds (Raffstores) in the basement and regular shutters on the upper floor. A large covered terrace (not visible here) is also very important to us since we really want to sit in the garden sheltered from the weather.
Additionally, we face the challenge that the driveway is from the southwest side, so we need to combine garden and driveway.
A wood-burning fireplace is very important to the builder. The airlock/transition zone between garage and house, connecting both, is also essential. We like the idea of a shared but “separate” bathroom; a bathtub is not necessary. An additional third, basic bathroom in the garage for garden parties is also planned (we live in a rural area of Lower Saxony, where corn and beer are enjoyed every other day…) but should be kept very simple.
I will actively participate in the thread and look forward to an engaging discussion.
Best regards,
Phil12345
What about the questionnaire? The plot? The zoning plan / building permit?
Aside from that:
On the ground floor, there isn’t even space for a single closet (except for the TV rack, which is like Gelsenkirchen Baroque style). No room for a wardrobe closet, refrigerator, oven, or anything similar. No space for a bookshelf in the office.
The fireplace restricts the room layout, and the area intended for the dining table blocks the circulation space in front of the stairs. The hallway is very narrow.
The most important part of the house is too cramped.
Aside from that:
On the ground floor, there isn’t even space for a single closet (except for the TV rack, which is like Gelsenkirchen Baroque style). No room for a wardrobe closet, refrigerator, oven, or anything similar. No space for a bookshelf in the office.
The fireplace restricts the room layout, and the area intended for the dining table blocks the circulation space in front of the stairs. The hallway is very narrow.
The most important part of the house is too cramped.
Just a quick note.
The living and dining area seems quite difficult to furnish. The kitchen might also become a bit tight. In my opinion, the fireplace blocks the room and "gets in the way." Where would a TV corner or the television go? Have you tried placing furniture with your desired dimensions in the floor plan? I find the garage too narrow.
The living and dining area seems quite difficult to furnish. The kitchen might also become a bit tight. In my opinion, the fireplace blocks the room and "gets in the way." Where would a TV corner or the television go? Have you tried placing furniture with your desired dimensions in the floor plan? I find the garage too narrow.
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phil1234522 May 2020 22:12You are of course right. Sorry.
Development Plan / Restrictions
Plot size 650 sqm (7000 sq ft)
Slope no
Floor area ratio
Plot ratio
Building envelope, building line and boundary
Edge development
Number of parking spaces 2
Number of stories 2
Roof type gable roof
Architectural style modern
Orientation south-facing garden / street
Maximum height / limits
Additional requirements
Homeowners’ Requirements
Style, roof type, building type two-story, gable roof, rectangle with cube shape
Basement, floors no basement, two floors
Number of people, age 2, 32; we want 2 children within the next 3-5 years
Space requirement on ground floor and upper floor 180 sqm (1938 sq ft)
Office: family use or home office? both
Overnight guests per year 15
Open or closed architecture open
Conservative or modern construction modern
Open kitchen, kitchen island yes
Number of dining seats 4
Fireplace yes
Music / stereo wall yes, but Sonos
Balcony, roof terrace no
Garage, carport double garage
Kitchen garden, greenhouse
Additional wishes / special features / daily routine, also reasoning for preferences or exclusions
Difficult. Getting up at 6, long warm showers vs. energy costs, working until 7 pm, distractions from sports, PlayStation, garden
House Design
Planning by: architect
What do you particularly like? Why? Cube shape, open kitchen, large terrace front
What do you not like? Why? Cramped despite 180 sqm (1938 sq ft)
Price estimate according to architect/planner 386k
Personal budget for house including equipment: 380k
Preferred heating technology: gas
If you have to give up, which details / extensions
- can you give up: everything
- cannot give up: attic, fireplace, 2x office rooms, large south terrace
Why is the design as it is now? e.g.
Standard design from planner?
Which wishes were implemented by the architect? Cube shape, kitchen, southern orientation, combined bathroom on upper floor, walk-in closet
A mix of many examples from various magazines... exactly
What do you think makes it particularly good or bad? No price transparency
What is the most important / fundamental question about the floor plan summarized in 130 characters?
We are absolute beginners and approached this topic very naively. We really like the floor plan with the cube shape and the open south side with kitchen, dining, living / TV area. The combined bathroom on the upper floor was important to us; initially, we wanted separate parents’ and children’s bathrooms. The utility room on the upper floor is important to the homeowner. Large garage for vehicles and assembled beer tent benches. The kitchen should be open to the garden for outdoor grilling etc.
About the plan: We own 187/6 and the right half of 188/12. It has been newly surveyed, but I just don’t have a scan of it right now.[/U]
Development Plan / Restrictions
Plot size 650 sqm (7000 sq ft)
Slope no
Floor area ratio
Plot ratio
Building envelope, building line and boundary
Edge development
Number of parking spaces 2
Number of stories 2
Roof type gable roof
Architectural style modern
Orientation south-facing garden / street
Maximum height / limits
Additional requirements
Homeowners’ Requirements
Style, roof type, building type two-story, gable roof, rectangle with cube shape
Basement, floors no basement, two floors
Number of people, age 2, 32; we want 2 children within the next 3-5 years
Space requirement on ground floor and upper floor 180 sqm (1938 sq ft)
Office: family use or home office? both
Overnight guests per year 15
Open or closed architecture open
Conservative or modern construction modern
Open kitchen, kitchen island yes
Number of dining seats 4
Fireplace yes
Music / stereo wall yes, but Sonos
Balcony, roof terrace no
Garage, carport double garage
Kitchen garden, greenhouse
Additional wishes / special features / daily routine, also reasoning for preferences or exclusions
Difficult. Getting up at 6, long warm showers vs. energy costs, working until 7 pm, distractions from sports, PlayStation, garden
House Design
Planning by: architect
What do you particularly like? Why? Cube shape, open kitchen, large terrace front
What do you not like? Why? Cramped despite 180 sqm (1938 sq ft)
Price estimate according to architect/planner 386k
Personal budget for house including equipment: 380k
Preferred heating technology: gas
If you have to give up, which details / extensions
- can you give up: everything
- cannot give up: attic, fireplace, 2x office rooms, large south terrace
Why is the design as it is now? e.g.
Standard design from planner?
Which wishes were implemented by the architect? Cube shape, kitchen, southern orientation, combined bathroom on upper floor, walk-in closet
A mix of many examples from various magazines... exactly
What do you think makes it particularly good or bad? No price transparency
What is the most important / fundamental question about the floor plan summarized in 130 characters?
We are absolute beginners and approached this topic very naively. We really like the floor plan with the cube shape and the open south side with kitchen, dining, living / TV area. The combined bathroom on the upper floor was important to us; initially, we wanted separate parents’ and children’s bathrooms. The utility room on the upper floor is important to the homeowner. Large garage for vehicles and assembled beer tent benches. The kitchen should be open to the garden for outdoor grilling etc.
About the plan: We own 187/6 and the right half of 188/12. It has been newly surveyed, but I just don’t have a scan of it right now.[/U]
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phil1234522 May 2020 22:16Muc1985 schrieb:
Just a quick thought.
The living and dining area seems very difficult to furnish. The kitchen might also become quite cramped. In my opinion, the fireplace blocks the space and "gets in the way." Where is the TV corner supposed to be, or where will the television go? Have you already drawn furniture with your desired dimensions into the floor plan?In this design – primarily driven by the client’s preferences – we were actually almost ready to submit the building permit / planning permission, as the architect estimated the house cost at 380k. The TV is intended to go inside the cube structure on the right side. Another user had already pointed out that you would then be sitting directly in front of the TV. We do not want to orient the house around specific furniture, so we haven’t looked at furniture solutions in detail yet.
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