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
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
What, how, where watches? I trained at ETA, and there you naturally become a watch enthusiast.
My first stamping tool as an apprentice in my third year was the battery cover for a Swatch Irony that went into mass production.
I also have over 30 watches that I haven’t given away for years.
One is from 1950 with a hand-wound alarm. I repaired it myself, but unfortunately, it got scratched a few years ago in a motorcycle accident.
And there is a Rado made of hard metal, quartz movement but the case is special.
And a Rolex? No thanks. If money wasn’t an issue, then a Devon Tread 1.
My first stamping tool as an apprentice in my third year was the battery cover for a Swatch Irony that went into mass production.
I also have over 30 watches that I haven’t given away for years.
One is from 1950 with a hand-wound alarm. I repaired it myself, but unfortunately, it got scratched a few years ago in a motorcycle accident.
And there is a Rado made of hard metal, quartz movement but the case is special.
And a Rolex? No thanks. If money wasn’t an issue, then a Devon Tread 1.
I have a slight watch obsession, but I’m not buying any more.
Right now, only the Apple Watch gets wrist time. I don’t mind if it gets caught on something at the construction site or elsewhere.
@tomtom79 I also still have a watch from my great-grandfather and a few from my father.
Manufacturers from A.. to P.. to Z.. you know what I mean.
Except for Rolex—@11ant expressed it well...
Right now, only the Apple Watch gets wrist time. I don’t mind if it gets caught on something at the construction site or elsewhere.
@tomtom79 I also still have a watch from my great-grandfather and a few from my father.
Manufacturers from A.. to P.. to Z.. you know what I mean.
Except for Rolex—@11ant expressed it well...
I have a 100€ (about $110) watch from Kaufhof that I actually like. Now I somehow feel a bit inferior.
Jokes aside, it’s great when people can afford things like that and enjoy them. When I tell others how much my computer cost and how much money I spent just on organizing the inside, some people just shake their heads.
So what, it’s fun!
Edit: and that’s despite the fact that I never even look inside. XD
Jokes aside, it’s great when people can afford things like that and enjoy them. When I tell others how much my computer cost and how much money I spent just on organizing the inside, some people just shake their heads.
So what, it’s fun!
Edit: and that’s despite the fact that I never even look inside. XD
I have a bit of a bias and really appreciate the technology and craftsmanship. Some watches are also keepsakes.
But I’m not a collector. The number I own is quite limited. I’ve also sold a few that I didn’t feel connected to and rarely wore.
No one really *needs* a wristwatch anymore. If someone wears one, it just has to appeal to the wearer—whether it’s cheap, expensive, simple, or elaborate...
I just don’t like the flashy types. Most of them usually wear Rolexes...
Tell me about your computer I like to check out others’ setups. Water-cooled? Climate-controlled cabinet? Nitrogen?
With a hobby, you should never add up the costs. As long as it’s fun, that’s what matters.
But I’m not a collector. The number I own is quite limited. I’ve also sold a few that I didn’t feel connected to and rarely wore.
No one really *needs* a wristwatch anymore. If someone wears one, it just has to appeal to the wearer—whether it’s cheap, expensive, simple, or elaborate...
I just don’t like the flashy types. Most of them usually wear Rolexes...
Tell me about your computer I like to check out others’ setups. Water-cooled? Climate-controlled cabinet? Nitrogen?
With a hobby, you should never add up the costs. As long as it’s fun, that’s what matters.
rick2018 schrieb:
I have a bit of a background in this and enjoy the technology and craftsmanship. Some watches are also keepsakes.
But I’m not a collector. The number of watches I own is limited. I’ve sold a few that I had no connection to and rarely wore.
Nobody “needs” a wristwatch anymore. If someone wears one, it only needs to please the wearer. Whether cheap or expensive, simple or elaborate...
I just don’t like the show-offs. Usually, they wear Rolex...
Tell me about your computer I like to peek at others’. Water-cooled? Server rack? Liquid nitrogen?
When it’s a hobby, you shouldn’t add up the costs. The main thing is to have fun.Sure, gladly, but I don’t have any pictures handy.You should know that I’m a hardware nerd. The trigger was when I learned around 2000 that you can overclock GPUs/CPUs.
Since then, my approach has been: upgrade wisely, invest smartly, and when it’s no longer enough, upgrade or replace.
In 2017, I replaced my old computer. It now serves as a server running Windows Server, Active Directory, etc., media server, VM host.
The gaming and work machine is obviously not worth €3,500 (around $3,700) anymore.
Back then, it was quite expensive.
For years, Intel was the standard, including in my old machine.
Secretly, I was always waiting for AMD to come back (memories of my good old Opteron 170 here).
That finally happened in 2017.
Since I wanted to repurpose the old one as a server (playground), I replaced everything.
The computer consists of:
Case: Enthoo Primo Prime (others want it small; I want to be able to hide cables and have space)
All cables were replaced by sleeved cables.
CPU: AMD Ryzen 1800x
GPU: Palit Nvidia GTX 1080
RAM: 32GB Corsair 3000MHz CL15
Motherboard: ASUS Crosshair VI Hero
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D15
Storage: 1x NVMe SSD 250GB (10 inches), 2x SATA 960GB (38 inches)
Power Supply: BeQuiet Dark Power Pro 11
Case/CPU Fans: Noiseblocker NB-eLoop B14 (with more or fewer RPM depending on use)
Other accessories, etc.
In my opinion, water cooling is pointless. Today’s components can’t be overclocked like they could 10 years ago. Noise is not an argument for me either, because a high-quality air cooler is also silent and, above all, more flexible.
Sure, from today’s perspective, it’s no longer high-end. And, admittedly, the urge to tinker is strong.
But anyone with some knowledge knows that the evolution in recent years has been moderate.
I see no need (except for the strong urge to tinker) to change anything.
Soon it will get really interesting again. AMD is on a strong path. We’ll see.
My next project will probably be a VMware-certified server.
My domain controller as bare metal and the rest as VMs in ESXi or Hyper-V.
Fortunately, I have legitimate licenses for Windows Server 2016 Essentials, Standard, and Datacenter.
A change for once
I don’t like the design of Rolex either, but they are of good quality....
In general, for me only Swiss or Japanese brands are an option... but in terms of price/performance, no one can beat the Japanese, they seem to be able to do many things.
Currently, I like wearing a Casio G-Shock G-Steel in all black (sporty, elegant, and sturdy).
I always compare watches to houses and plots of land; the watch has to fit the wrist.
I don’t like the design of Rolex either, but they are of good quality....
In general, for me only Swiss or Japanese brands are an option... but in terms of price/performance, no one can beat the Japanese, they seem to be able to do many things.
Currently, I like wearing a Casio G-Shock G-Steel in all black (sporty, elegant, and sturdy).
I always compare watches to houses and plots of land; the watch has to fit the wrist.
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