ᐅ Modernist Concrete Villa with Cavity Wall Insulation – Experiences
Created on: 11 Sep 2018 07:32
R
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
I actually like the floor surprisingly much – I was quite skeptical at first. The ceiling is amazing, I’ve always liked it, especially on a larger surface (I don’t like it as much in small rooms). I also really like the natural concrete walls!
The sand color wouldn’t be my choice. But I think it looks quite different in real life compared to the photo.
What I really don’t like at all are the kitchen cabinet fronts. They seem too busy to me, especially against the concrete wall. Since I would highlight the concrete wall more, I would have deliberately chosen a very understated cabinet front. Here, I feel like two focal points are competing for attention.
But let’s wait and see how it all looks when it’s finished. So far, I’ve already experienced quite a few surprises here.
The clock is simply amazing!
The sand color wouldn’t be my choice. But I think it looks quite different in real life compared to the photo.
What I really don’t like at all are the kitchen cabinet fronts. They seem too busy to me, especially against the concrete wall. Since I would highlight the concrete wall more, I would have deliberately chosen a very understated cabinet front. Here, I feel like two focal points are competing for attention.
But let’s wait and see how it all looks when it’s finished. So far, I’ve already experienced quite a few surprises here.
The clock is simply amazing!
WOW @Climbee doesn’t think the floor is bad at all. I would have bet anything that this wouldn’t be the case.
The brightness of the kitchen front also changes depending on the angle of the light. There is also a kitchen unit on the sand-colored wall. The color and pattern of the front are also reflected in the base of our floor lamp in the living room. Just like the walnut wood, which repeats throughout (doors, table, kitchen bar counter...).
The eye-catchers are the clock in the kitchen and the lamp in the dining area.
I really think you can only judge this properly once the room is fully furnished. It’s the same for us.
The brightness of the kitchen front also changes depending on the angle of the light. There is also a kitchen unit on the sand-colored wall. The color and pattern of the front are also reflected in the base of our floor lamp in the living room. Just like the walnut wood, which repeats throughout (doors, table, kitchen bar counter...).
The eye-catchers are the clock in the kitchen and the lamp in the dining area.
I really think you can only judge this properly once the room is fully furnished. It’s the same for us.
We also have the clock. I really like it a lot, although unfortunately it has become quite common nowadays, partly due to all the copies.
I was very skeptical about the floor when you first mentioned it, but it really looks good! I would always prefer hardwood flooring in any case, but for a "non-wood" floor... it’s really great and, in my opinion, even nicer than tiles.
I was very skeptical about the floor when you first mentioned it, but it really looks good! I would always prefer hardwood flooring in any case, but for a "non-wood" floor... it’s really great and, in my opinion, even nicer than tiles.
H
hampshire4 Aug 2020 14:43Ideensucher schrieb:
Type clocktwo into the large online marketplace, where you can find replicas.I often find intellectual property theft quite disrespectful. Besides, replicas usually don’t come close to the quality and appeal of the originals. It’s the same with Thonet chairs, Eames lounge chairs, or Cassina Maralunga, and so on. It’s a different matter if the design is no longer under copyright.rick2018 schrieb:
I think you can only really judge once the room is fully furnished. That’s our experience too.Yes, then I can also comment. So many things keep changing throughout the different stages. Thanks to your many pictures and descriptions, I get an idea of where it’s heading and I’m confident the concept will work out.I
Ideensucher4 Aug 2020 15:30hampshire schrieb:
I often find intellectual property theft quite disrespectful. Besides, replicas usually don’t have even half the quality and presence of the original. I completely agree with you, which is why I wrote: plastic replicas as decorative items or the original as a kind of artwork.
Until yesterday, I didn’t know about it. Now that I saw it in Rick’s kitchen, my approach to furnishing is “a premium original or nothing,” and at that price, it’ll most likely be “nothing.” And if I ever see a replica somewhere, I’ll never think, “how original.”
[/QUOTE]
Similar topics