Hello everyone,
After many intensive discussions and planning sessions with modular and solid house manufacturers, we have now decided on a solid construction house. We have already received some possible plans, but none have fully convinced us so far. Every time, there was something off with the rooms, their orientation, or size. So we took some graph paper and replanned based on the existing plans. Over the weekend, I transferred this plan to the computer and uploaded it here.
Thanks to reading a lot on this forum, I was able to eliminate some sources of error on my own. However, there are certainly things I have not considered yet, and I am hoping for further constructive criticism and improvement suggestions from you.
It is known that the house offers only limited storage space through the utility room. Therefore, a 6 x 8m (20 x 26 ft) garage is planned, as well as a roof pitch of 25 degrees to use the attic space, and an enclosed storage area under the staircase landing.
I have one more question regarding the garage roof. Would you make it accessible and equip it with a railing for an additional cost of €10,000 (about $11,000)? With the 23.5m (77 ft) lot width, maintaining a 3m (10 ft) setback from the neighboring property on both sides would still be possible.
Here are some details:
Development Plan / Restrictions
Plot size: 680 sqm (7319 sq ft) – 23.5m x 29m (77 ft x 95 ft)
Terrain: Level
Site coverage ratio: 0.4
Floor area ratio: 0.8
Number of storeys: 2 full floors
Roof type: Hip roof / pyramid roof
Maximum heights/limits: Ridge height 10m (33 ft), eaves height 6m (20 ft)
Owners’ Requirements
Building type: City villa
Basement: No basement
Number of occupants, age: 2 adults, 30 years old; 2 children planned later
Office: Family use and possibly home office
Overnight guests per year
Open kitchen, kitchen island: desired
Number of dining seats: 6 – 10 possible
Fireplace: nice to have
Balcony: accessible from both children’s bedrooms
Garage: Double garage
House Design
Planner: myself
Estimated cost according to architect/planner: €250,000 – €280,000 (about $275,000 – $310,000)
Preferred heating system: Ground source heat pump with borehole
Thanks very much for your feedback
Best regards
Invi85
After many intensive discussions and planning sessions with modular and solid house manufacturers, we have now decided on a solid construction house. We have already received some possible plans, but none have fully convinced us so far. Every time, there was something off with the rooms, their orientation, or size. So we took some graph paper and replanned based on the existing plans. Over the weekend, I transferred this plan to the computer and uploaded it here.
Thanks to reading a lot on this forum, I was able to eliminate some sources of error on my own. However, there are certainly things I have not considered yet, and I am hoping for further constructive criticism and improvement suggestions from you.
It is known that the house offers only limited storage space through the utility room. Therefore, a 6 x 8m (20 x 26 ft) garage is planned, as well as a roof pitch of 25 degrees to use the attic space, and an enclosed storage area under the staircase landing.
I have one more question regarding the garage roof. Would you make it accessible and equip it with a railing for an additional cost of €10,000 (about $11,000)? With the 23.5m (77 ft) lot width, maintaining a 3m (10 ft) setback from the neighboring property on both sides would still be possible.
Here are some details:
Development Plan / Restrictions
Plot size: 680 sqm (7319 sq ft) – 23.5m x 29m (77 ft x 95 ft)
Terrain: Level
Site coverage ratio: 0.4
Floor area ratio: 0.8
Number of storeys: 2 full floors
Roof type: Hip roof / pyramid roof
Maximum heights/limits: Ridge height 10m (33 ft), eaves height 6m (20 ft)
Owners’ Requirements
Building type: City villa
Basement: No basement
Number of occupants, age: 2 adults, 30 years old; 2 children planned later
Office: Family use and possibly home office
Overnight guests per year
Open kitchen, kitchen island: desired
Number of dining seats: 6 – 10 possible
Fireplace: nice to have
Balcony: accessible from both children’s bedrooms
Garage: Double garage
House Design
Planner: myself
Estimated cost according to architect/planner: €250,000 – €280,000 (about $275,000 – $310,000)
Preferred heating system: Ground source heat pump with borehole
Thanks very much for your feedback
Best regards
Invi85
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toxicmolotof16 Jul 2015 09:14If you consider electric roller shutters, factory-finished tiled floors, TV and network connections in almost every room, stone window sills, various extra power outlets, KFW55 energy standard, brine heat pump, and electric sectional doors as luxury, then that might be true.
I wouldn’t be surprised if you end up around 1,600–1,800.
A double garage as a precast concrete garage can easily cost between 17,000 and 23,000 euros, depending on the length. They still need to be placed somewhere, and these costs are definitely not included in the price per square meter.
Prices have no upper limit, but there is a limit at the lower end. I also wouldn’t be surprised with 350 (without luxury), just with extras.
I wouldn’t be surprised if you end up around 1,600–1,800.
A double garage as a precast concrete garage can easily cost between 17,000 and 23,000 euros, depending on the length. They still need to be placed somewhere, and these costs are definitely not included in the price per square meter.
Prices have no upper limit, but there is a limit at the lower end. I also wouldn’t be surprised with 350 (without luxury), just with extras.
I don’t think the floor plan is as bad as many here have said. Sure, the living/dining/kitchen area is relatively small; I would reduce the office/kids’ room to 12m² (130 sq ft). When ypg said “the rooms are too big,” I literally fell to the floor... but hopefully that wasn’t meant seriously. I’m not a fan of complicated layouts and lots of small storage rooms on the upper floor, etc. I prefer larger rooms with smart partitions, at least while the children are small. That way you are much more flexible. I also really like that you’re not following the terrible “walk-in closet craze” and instead place more value on large children’s rooms. Many “ladies of the house” don’t consider how much time they actually spend in the walk-in closet compared to how much time the kids spend in their rooms (especially as they get older). Regarding the price, I agree with the previous comments, although I am currently building 180m² (1,940 sq ft) including a finished basement and some extras for under 300,000 euros (plus garage).
Hi Invi,
sorry, that was a bit unclear. I agree regarding the total costs. I think that €350,000 (approximately $385,000) could be quite tight, especially with a double garage. If you are doing the landscaping yourselves, don’t forget to include the cost of materials. You might manage the house costs if you keep a tight rein on the selections and other extras. Many here prefer prefabricated construction and, in my opinion, pay far too much – but that’s up to each individual. If your solid construction builder has good references and you have already talked to other homeowners, then you should be able to make it work.
sorry, that was a bit unclear. I agree regarding the total costs. I think that €350,000 (approximately $385,000) could be quite tight, especially with a double garage. If you are doing the landscaping yourselves, don’t forget to include the cost of materials. You might manage the house costs if you keep a tight rein on the selections and other extras. Many here prefer prefabricated construction and, in my opinion, pay far too much – but that’s up to each individual. If your solid construction builder has good references and you have already talked to other homeowners, then you should be able to make it work.
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Bauexperte16 Jul 2015 11:53Hello,
If I roughly calculate and exclude the mullioned windows, partly colored plaster, and also the ground source heat pump, I already come to €298,000 just for the city villa.
Best regards, Bauexperte
Invi85 schrieb:That won’t be accurate...
Price estimate according to architect/planner: €250,000 – €280,000
If I roughly calculate and exclude the mullioned windows, partly colored plaster, and also the ground source heat pump, I already come to €298,000 just for the city villa.
Best regards, Bauexperte
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