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.
11ant27 Jan 2021 14:04
Climbee schrieb:

At 90, the chance of reaching the next "round" birthday is quite limited.
Oh, 91 can be divided by 13 much more easily 🙂
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Climbee27 Jan 2021 14:43
I don’t think that will cheer him up...
11ant27 Jan 2021 16:24
Climbee schrieb:

I don’t think that will cheer him up...
Then "sell" him the 91 as a nice round anniversary: 70 years of adulthood 🙂
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pagoni2020
27 Jan 2021 18:03
Climbee schrieb:

I don't think that will lift his spirits...
We recently went through something similar in the family with "85," which was really sad and difficult to come to terms with... so now there will just be a delayed celebration... 🙁
rick201827 Jan 2021 18:20
At my grandmother’s, the 1993 one also stopped working. Of course, it’s unfortunate, but we will find a way to make up for it. We keep in regular contact. That is more important than a birthday.
Climbee27 Jan 2021 18:26
Yes, everything can be made up later. But he was really looking forward to it, so I just feel sorry for him now.

We were just there. A small champagne reception in the garden at -1°C (30°F). Not entirely compliant with Covid regulations either, but he had tears in his eyes and was genuinely happy. His daughter and son-in-law were also there, and now we’ve planned a whole suckling pig roast event for the summer. Hopefully, he will be as fit then as he is now!