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

Modern villa with flat roofs, terraces, glass surfaces, green surroundings – several views.
rick201825 Jan 2021 13:18
We are already past that stage.
The woman tested negative twice (PCR). Only the antibody test last week confirmed the infection.
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haydee
25 Jan 2021 13:40
Why take an antibody test again?
rick201825 Jan 2021 13:45
She wanted to be sure since both PCR tests were negative.
She had some blood tests done in the course of a blood profile. Now she knows that she had it, and it is also documented.
As a teacher involved in professional development, she is quite exposed. Additionally, she has asthma.
The main thing is that we are healthy again.
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haydee
25 Jan 2021 14:27
She was lucky there.
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apokolok
25 Jan 2021 16:02
At least now you’re immune and don’t have to wait in the vaccination line.

Did you go swimming too? I imagine it must be quite a thrill to go from deep snow into warm water, or vice versa.
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miho
25 Jan 2021 16:02
Schimi1791 schrieb:

If you look around the forums, about 80% of grill owners who spend a bit more tend to have one of the three brands mentioned. I've never heard of Flammkraft. Schickling is a relatively new brand.

Without any personal interest: I bought a Schickling KohGa about 1.5 years ago. It’s a German manufacturer of stainless steel products with good quality and solid customer support. However, it doesn’t stand out as exclusive compared to others in terms of price or appearance. That doesn’t bother me at all.