ᐅ Modernist Concrete Villa with Cavity Wall Insulation – Experiences
Created on: 11 Sep 2018 07:32
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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
By now, I really love the floor, and the bare concrete walls as well, but I’m struggling with the kitchen front—it might work better in a different setting. Definitely not my style. But since you like it, it fits perfectly!
What I am really drooling over: the Gaggenau appliances. Now that I see them again, I could kick myself all over again for ultimately choosing Miele. *sob*
I also circled around the wine fridge, though I was looking at the narrower version. Somehow, I just didn’t have the space for it. Do you also have the fantastic Gaggenau fridge with the stainless steel finish? That one completely blew me away—but the price difference compared to the “standard” models was just too big for me. Unfortunately, that was beyond our budget.
What I am really drooling over: the Gaggenau appliances. Now that I see them again, I could kick myself all over again for ultimately choosing Miele. *sob*
I also circled around the wine fridge, though I was looking at the narrower version. Somehow, I just didn’t have the space for it. Do you also have the fantastic Gaggenau fridge with the stainless steel finish? That one completely blew me away—but the price difference compared to the “standard” models was just too big for me. Unfortunately, that was beyond our budget.
@Climbee The refrigerator and freezer are built-in with panels.
Here, we have Liebherr and Miele. Gaggenau does not manufacture the appliances themselves.
All visible appliances (wine cooler, coffee machine, vacuum drawer, warming drawers, microwave/oven, steam oven/oven, oven, cooktop, extractor hood) are from Gaggenau.
Here, we have Liebherr and Miele. Gaggenau does not manufacture the appliances themselves.
All visible appliances (wine cooler, coffee machine, vacuum drawer, warming drawers, microwave/oven, steam oven/oven, oven, cooktop, extractor hood) are from Gaggenau.