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
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MillaMascha12 Nov 2020 16:24But seriously. What advantages does a concrete wall with cavity insulation offer for the comfort of living in a single-family home?
MillaMascha schrieb:
But seriously, what are the benefits of a concrete wall with insulation in the middle for the comfort of living in a single-family home?The same as for any other residential building subject to the energy saving regulations: for concrete purists, only when the insulation layer is placed in the middle of the sandwich does it not interfere with the architectural appearance. Omitting it would require an additional three-quarters of a meter (2.5 feet) or more wall thickness.https://www.instagram.com/11antgmxde/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/bauen-jetzt/
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MillaMascha12 Nov 2020 16:5611ant schrieb:
The same as for any other residential building (within the scope of the Energy Saving Ordinance) for concrete purists: only in the middle of the sandwich panel does the insulation layer not affect the architectural appearance. Omitting it would easily require an additional three-quarters of a meter (approximately 30 inches) in wall thickness.I wanted to emphasize the CONCRETE WALL 🙂
So without insulation = bunker.
Where does the indoor humidity go then? Does it have to be extracted mechanically?
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Pinkiponk12 Nov 2020 17:04MillaMascha schrieb:
With such architecture, the builder wants to convey or demonstrate something to other people....Maybe I’m missing something again, but what do you think a builder wants to convey or demonstrate to others with such architecture?In my view, every house or structure, whether intentionally or unintentionally, conveys something and demonstrates something. The effect a building has on a viewer depends, in my opinion, more on the viewer, on their perspective of themselves and the world, than on the builder.
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MillaMascha12 Nov 2020 17:04rick2018 schrieb:
And we don’t have that at all. That was the original plan.
It was about wanting exposed concrete, as @11ant already pointed out.
The facade is ventilated and insulated.
We now know that the house isn’t your style... You can’t really say it like that 🙂
So the walls are not concrete as shown in the photos, or am I mistaken?
A ventilated and insulated facade is basically great.