ᐅ Planning the Patio Roof: How Will It Affect Natural Light in the Rooms?

Created on: 20 Aug 2014 15:40
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Voki1
Hello dear friends,

We have (once again) a question that we would like to hear different opinions on. We are currently planning a roof extension for the terrace of our bungalow, which could potentially cover the entire terrace (a standard roof with roof tiles, so opaque).

We are concerned that this might reduce the amount of natural light entering the rooms (south / south-east side) so much that the rooms could become "too dark." The terrace would extend about 3.60 meters (12 feet) from the windows and be approximately 8.25 meters (27 feet) wide.

What do you think?
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Baufie
5 May 2015 19:34
Bauexperte schrieb:
If I remember correctly, yes; except—of course—the concrete columns.

Yes. That’s why our clients later installed an additional sail below the laminated glass.

Regards, Bauexperte

What do you mean by concrete columns? The two feet on the left and right sides, or?

And the structure that was installed on top is made from glued laminated timber beams, right?

Is it allowed to post a link from the prefab house provider?
EveundGerd5 May 2015 20:54
milkie schrieb:
May I see the pictures as well?

Yes, I will upload them tomorrow. I am not at my computer at home right now.
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Bauexperte
5 May 2015 21:52
Baufie schrieb:

What do you mean by concrete pillars? The two feet on the left and right, right?

Not just the feet, the entire pillars are made of concrete.
Baufie schrieb:

And the structure installed on top is made of glued laminated timber beams, right?

Yes, where the laminated safety glass (VSG) is placed.
Baufie schrieb:

Is it allowed to post a link to the prefabricated house provider?

No. You can mention the company name though.

You probably mean Weberhaus, right?

Best regards, Bauexperte
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Bauexperte
6 May 2015 13:21
Baufie schrieb:

However, it probably won’t be feasible cost-wise.
Yes, they are not inexpensive; on the other hand, they deliver very good quality!

What I would be interested in are the costs of the pavilion of your preferred modular home. In 2010, the costs for a 3.00 x 3.00 m (10 x 10 ft) pavilion were already comparable to the costs of our larger pavilion, although entirely made of wood.

Best regards, Bauexperte
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Baufie
6 May 2015 16:26
Bauexperte schrieb:
Yes, they are not inexpensive; on the other hand, they deliver very good quality!

What I would be interested in are the costs of the pavilion of your preferred MH. In 2010, the costs for a 3.00 x 3.00 m (10 x 10 ft) pavilion were already comparable to the costs for our larger pavilion; however, it was made entirely of wood.

Best regards, Bauexperte

I'm a bit confused. What do you mean by MH?
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Bauexperte
6 May 2015 16:42
Baufie schrieb:
I'm confused. What do you mean by MH?

MH = Show home

Regards, Bauexperte