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
Tarnari schrieb:
@rick2018 my post was a bit unclear.
Regarding your grill, the comment was mainly about the height of the cooking chamber.
The rest of the post was more aimed at those who claim everything else is “cheap.” You have to look at things in context. Comparing a €6,000 grill with a €2,000 one only makes sense if you have the money. Hobby or not. (As I said, this wasn’t directed at you). Such a comparison doesn’t do justice to either grill. It would be bad if your grill couldn’t compete with such a grill.
As for the grates, yes, cast iron retains heat much better. My experience is that if you tend to use a grill 4-5 times a week and actually cook on it, these things unfortunately get ruined quickly. Maintenance or not. That’s just how it is. Iron rusts, after all.
In the end, it may also be a matter of preference. As with many things.
How the grate on a €6,000 grill behaves, I admittedly can’t judge. Maybe it’s different there. No one claimed that everything else is cheap. That is EXACTLY NOT what was said here.
But: Spending more than €2,000 on a Napoleon is wasted money. In that price range, there are significantly higher-quality units, for example, from Bull. Visit a grill exhibition that features Weber, Napoleon, Broil King, and Bull, and trust your own judgment about which ones might be worth the money and which are not.
For a “dry run,” even just comparing weight is enough. The first mentioned have thin sheets and quite a bit of plastic. The lids wobble when you shake them. A Bull of comparable size weighs nearly twice as much. You can guess where that comes from...
Chickens belong on the rotisserie, not stood upright ;-)
Well, in reality, grilling is just like driving a car.
The only thing that really matters is the person in control; everything else is just a tool.
I have also had a small Napoleon grill in almost constant use for 5 years now.
I grill quite a lot, all year round, averaging about 100 uses per year.
It still works perfectly, of course it doesn’t look brand new anymore, but you can’t say it’s poor quality.
The only thing that really matters is the person in control; everything else is just a tool.
I have also had a small Napoleon grill in almost constant use for 5 years now.
I grill quite a lot, all year round, averaging about 100 uses per year.
It still works perfectly, of course it doesn’t look brand new anymore, but you can’t say it’s poor quality.
@Schimi1791 The grilling season lasts 12 months 😉 so fire it up.
My old grill (Weber Summit LX something in stainless steel) was also good. I sold it to a friend. It will serve him well for many more years. I still need to get used to the Flammkraft and the other burners.
The feel and appearance of the Flammkraft are really impressive. However, it doesn’t make the grilling results any better.
My old grill (Weber Summit LX something in stainless steel) was also good. I sold it to a friend. It will serve him well for many more years. I still need to get used to the Flammkraft and the other burners.
The feel and appearance of the Flammkraft are really impressive. However, it doesn’t make the grilling results any better.
Schimi179126 Jan 2021 09:17Unfortunately, there is (still) no suitable shelter yet for the winter barbecue season 🙁
Tassimat schrieb:
Well great, now I want a new grill... thanks a lot... Same here – our cheap entry-level model rusted through after almost five years (no, not the cast iron cooking grates, but the body and the burner supports, which is really disappointing). It was a Profi Cook for around €200 and served its purpose. Since we couldn’t store it indoors in the apartment, it stayed outside on the terrace all year round – of course covered, but still exposed to rain and snow. Considering that, it’s understandable – what annoys me most is just how much waste it is now.
The Flammkraft is really cool – I fell in love with it at first sight. But I’m realistic that it’s out of our budget, unfortunately...
However, we found a very interesting supplier: a pure online retailer, but the gas grills are really good for the price. Just ask Google about Burnhard.
That will probably be our next one...
Of course, it’s not as stylish as the Flammkraft.