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.
rick20183 Mar 2021 15:49
Thank you for the well wishes.

It’s not enjoyable. I keep imagining how something is supposed to smell and taste.
But I’m not driving myself crazy. I do believe it will get better.
Climbee3 Mar 2021 17:51
Not being able to smell or taste is really tough – I experienced this due to nasal polyps. However, it didn't happen overnight and was somewhat variable (when the polyp wasn’t pressing on the olfactory center but changed position, I was able to smell again temporarily).

In 2019, I had major nasal surgery, and since then I can breathe well through my nose and can smell again. But it took over six months for my sense of smell to fully recover. Unfortunately, I still haven't lost any weight...

I hope your recovery is faster. The sense of smell can also suddenly return; this happened to the sister-in-law of my best friend. She lost her taste and smell due to COVID-19, but after recovering, it came back overnight. She was really happy about that. I hope the same happens for you!
rick20183 Mar 2021 18:03
Thanks. It’s only happening to me. Everything is normal for my wife (if you can say that :p).
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shenja
3 Mar 2021 20:56
It’s also not entirely without risk. You cannot smell or taste when food has gone bad.

Therefore, hopefully it will get better again soon.
rick20183 Mar 2021 20:58
The wife has to act as the taster. :p
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pagoni2020
3 Mar 2021 21:12
shenja schrieb:

It’s not exactly without risk. You can’t always smell or taste when food has gone bad.

...or what you get served by your loved ones 🤨 ... Always be careful