ᐅ Looking for opinions on window sill height

Created on: 9 Mar 2015 20:00
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Sebastian79
Good evening everyone,

After today’s meeting with the architect, we are facing a decision about how to design the windows on the upper floor – and we’re a bit unsure, so we’re hoping for some input from you.

In the attachment, you can see the view from left to right: Child 1, kids’ bathroom, Child 2.

The windows there are 2.00 m (6 ft 7 in) high with a sill height of 25 cm (10 inches).

Now for the decisions: Should we install full-height windows? Or raise the sill height? We tend to prefer the latter because while full-height windows look nice, they don’t seem very practical... but a sill height of 25 cm (10 inches) feels a bit too low, doesn’t it? On the other hand, a sill at that height offers the advantage of a continuous baseboard and an internal window ledge that you can use for placing items.

One thing that might no longer be necessary is a fall protection in front of the window. For the plastered bay windows, we have already opted for windows with a transom. However, we are requesting quotes for both options for the side windows...

Many thanks for any advice!

South-facing view of a two-story house with red brick and side extension; two silhouettes on the right
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Bauexperte
10 Mar 2015 00:35
Nothing at all!

You submitted the building application including a defined facade. This also involves the number of windows as well as their height and width. If afterwards—meaning after the building permit/planning permission—there are deviations of more than a few centimeters (inches), an amendment is required.

Regards, Bauexperte
Bauexperte
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Sebastian79
10 Mar 2015 06:23
And now? Apart from the fact that it does not help me further with the questions asked
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derstefanm
10 Mar 2015 07:46
It should also be noted that window areas must be one-third of the room’s floor area. Of course, it must be ensured that this requirement is still met if the size is reduced.
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Sebastian79
10 Mar 2015 07:57
That’s nonsense – sorry...
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derstefanm
10 Mar 2015 09:10
This is a regulation
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Sebastian79
10 Mar 2015 09:16
Then show them to me – but it’s going to be difficult.