Hey everyone,
I urgently need your opinion on the bathroom layout. There are just so many possibilities. I’ve attached images of the two options I like best so far. Each includes the floor plan of the upper floor and a rendering. Could you let me know which one you prefer? Or if you have any other ideas in general, feel free to share!
A quick note: North is at the top. The sunlight shown in the renderings represents morning light.
Thanks a lot!
I urgently need your opinion on the bathroom layout. There are just so many possibilities. I’ve attached images of the two options I like best so far. Each includes the floor plan of the upper floor and a rendering. Could you let me know which one you prefer? Or if you have any other ideas in general, feel free to share!
A quick note: North is at the top. The sunlight shown in the renderings represents morning light.
Thanks a lot!
Thank you for your thoughts on the floor plan, ypg! Let me quickly explain a few points:
I know the dining area isn’t exactly spacious. The plan I posted is actually a bit misleading here because it shows the glass door swinging the wrong way into the hallway. In reality, only the right door leaf opens, and it opens into the hallway—not into the dining area. This still leaves about a 1 meter (3 ft 3 in) wide passage, even if the chairs are not pushed under the table. In my opinion, that should be enough, right? On the left side, we also have space to move the table there if it becomes an issue. What would be your suggestion to solve this?
Regarding the cardinal directions: The terrace side faces west. There we have a wide view over the fields and have planned large, floor-to-ceiling windows throughout. To the south is the neighbor’s house, so we want to avoid windows on that side. Also, strong southern sun is not everyone’s preference. I actually prefer the gentler western sunlight inside the house.
What is your objection to placing the toilet in the south? What would you put there instead?
About the cloakroom: We have storage space planned under the stairs. The niche is 1.66 meters (5 ft 5 in) long—is that really too small?
The house has 166 square meters (1,787 sq ft) of living space. While it's mostly my own design, it has already been revised and approved by the architect from the building company. We can still change the room layout, so I appreciate any suggestions for improvement.
Regarding the bathroom: Yes, three windows were an idea, but two definitely make more sense. The downpipe will then run down through the utility room.
I know the dining area isn’t exactly spacious. The plan I posted is actually a bit misleading here because it shows the glass door swinging the wrong way into the hallway. In reality, only the right door leaf opens, and it opens into the hallway—not into the dining area. This still leaves about a 1 meter (3 ft 3 in) wide passage, even if the chairs are not pushed under the table. In my opinion, that should be enough, right? On the left side, we also have space to move the table there if it becomes an issue. What would be your suggestion to solve this?
Regarding the cardinal directions: The terrace side faces west. There we have a wide view over the fields and have planned large, floor-to-ceiling windows throughout. To the south is the neighbor’s house, so we want to avoid windows on that side. Also, strong southern sun is not everyone’s preference. I actually prefer the gentler western sunlight inside the house.
What is your objection to placing the toilet in the south? What would you put there instead?
About the cloakroom: We have storage space planned under the stairs. The niche is 1.66 meters (5 ft 5 in) long—is that really too small?
The house has 166 square meters (1,787 sq ft) of living space. While it's mostly my own design, it has already been revised and approved by the architect from the building company. We can still change the room layout, so I appreciate any suggestions for improvement.
Regarding the bathroom: Yes, three windows were an idea, but two definitely make more sense. The downpipe will then run down through the utility room.
Sawdust schrieb:
Only the right wing opens,First design flaw, first compromise Sawdust schrieb:
and even then only into the hallwaySecond design flaw, second compromise Sawdust schrieb:
even if the chairs are not pushed under the table, still about a 1 meter (3.3 feet) wide passage.No, for a comfortable gathering you would actually want at least 70 cm (28 inches) clearance between the table edge and the back of the chairs. Sawdust schrieb:
that should actually be enough, shouldn’t it?Children definitely won’t be able to get past seated adults there. Sawdust schrieb:
What would your suggestion be to solve this?Redesign properly with minimum and standard clearances where they are actually needed. Sawdust schrieb:
I prefer the lower western sun inside the house.From East to East there is no western sun. Sawdust schrieb:
What’s wrong with the toilet in the south? What would you put there instead?Something more livable, for example a lounge or common room. Sawdust schrieb:
The niche is 1.66 m (5.4 feet) long – is that really too small?It’s not deep enough. Sawdust schrieb:
but it was already revised by the architect from the construction company and deemed acceptable.They don’t want to upset a paying client either. They’ll build almost any mistake you give them. The customer is king, and you get what you want to hear.I really appreciate your experienced opinion. It's a pity, though, that there’s always a somewhat reproachful tone to it. Have I done something to you?
And yes, when the budget isn’t unlimited and the plot of land imposes certain conditions, compromises have to be made.
That said, I would still welcome constructive ideas.
And yes, when the budget isn’t unlimited and the plot of land imposes certain conditions, compromises have to be made.
That said, I would still welcome constructive ideas.
I think it would be helpful for you to discuss the entire floor plan here. Even if it might sound tough at first, you can only benefit. We point out weak spots and help prevent potential disappointments. Once it’s built, it’s too late.
It’s best to create a separate thread for this and fill out the questionnaire.
https://www.hausbau-forum.de/threads/grundriss-planung-unbedingt-vor-beitrag-erstellung-lesen.11714/
It’s best to create a separate thread for this and fill out the questionnaire.
https://www.hausbau-forum.de/threads/grundriss-planung-unbedingt-vor-beitrag-erstellung-lesen.11714/
Sawdust schrieb:
And yes, if you don’t have an unlimited budget and the plot imposes certain conditions, you unfortunately have to work with compromises. You don’t have to. A very useful result can also come from about 150/160sqm (1,615/1,722 sq ft). Smaller houses are often planned more efficiently as well.
Sawdust schrieb:
It’s a pity that there’s always such a reproachful tone. Did I do anything to you? I’m not blaming you. But I can understand how it feels to receive criticism when you thought you were completely right.
Use the information and the subforum for floor plan discussions.
By the way: we planned much smaller and with a relatively very low budget, yet the open space is much more generous and works well.
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wiltshire5 Feb 2025 22:20Of your three bathroom layouts, I like the T-shaped design the best. I would simply skip the shower tray and door, and instead of making the T symmetrical, I would give the shower a bit more space.
I wouldn’t extend the walls of the “T” all the way to the ceiling but build them only high enough to prevent water from splashing over when showering. Depending on the ceiling height, this leaves 20cm (8 inches) or more of space between the top of the walls and the ceiling, which immediately creates a much nicer sense of space.
I wouldn’t extend the walls of the “T” all the way to the ceiling but build them only high enough to prevent water from splashing over when showering. Depending on the ceiling height, this leaves 20cm (8 inches) or more of space between the top of the walls and the ceiling, which immediately creates a much nicer sense of space.
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