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.
Schimi179117 Dec 2020 09:46
Americans tend to exaggerate (in certain areas) ...

I wouldn’t recognize my family in a house like that 😱

Let alone hear my dear wife charmingly calling us to dinner ... 😎
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haydee
17 Dec 2020 09:54
@Schimi1791
Acoustic consultants might still be available. 😉
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matte
17 Dec 2020 10:36
Schimi1791 schrieb:

Americans tend to exaggerate (in some areas) ...

I wouldn’t be able to find my family in a house like that 😱

Let alone hear my dear wife sweetly calling us for dinner ... 😎

In a place like that, the wife doesn’t cook herself either; the food is brought to you by the butler... 😉
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pagoni2020
17 Dec 2020 10:40
haydee schrieb:

@Schimi1791
Acoustic consultants should still be open. 😉
There are now even electric collars for dogs... that could prevent a lot of barking inside the house. Pet stores would also be open. 😀
Schimi179117 Dec 2020 11:06
pagoni2020 schrieb:

There are now even collars for dogs with electric shock......, ...

My wife might like that... 😉 Especially when the child doesn’t listen 😎 😀
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haydee
17 Dec 2020 11:42
Wow, testing collars in the store with a child 🤨