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
Honestly, I don’t understand why many people seem to view neighbors as something annoying or negative... I’d rather have neighbors with whom I can build a good relationship and organize barbecues, instead of living somewhere nice and green but having to get in the car whenever I want to see someone.
Thank you. We’re just relieved that things are finally starting.
The retaining wall really wasn’t necessary. The money could have been spent on other things.
Let’s hope that in a few years, once we’ve moved in, we’ll be able to look back and laugh at all these issues.
There are currently some great projects in this forum (not only on slopes) that I’m following closely.
Overall, I want to express my thanks and appreciation to the community.
I’ll definitely stay involved.
The retaining wall really wasn’t necessary. The money could have been spent on other things.
Let’s hope that in a few years, once we’ve moved in, we’ll be able to look back and laugh at all these issues.
There are currently some great projects in this forum (not only on slopes) that I’m following closely.
Overall, I want to express my thanks and appreciation to the community.
I’ll definitely stay involved.
Yosan schrieb:
Honestly, I don’t understand why many people seem to view neighbors as something annoying or negative... I prefer having neighbors with whom I can build a good relationship and host barbecues, rather than living somewhere nice and green but having to get in the car every time I want to see someone.We get along great with our neighbor and he doesn’t bother me. Unfortunately, there are plenty of “other” neighbors. That’s why many people prefer having more open space around them rather than a potentially “bad” neighbor. I do want to have at least some distance from the next house. Otherwise, everything feels cramped and too exposed.rick2018 schrieb:
We get along really well with our neighbor, and he doesn’t bother me. Unfortunately, there are enough “other” neighbors. That’s why many people prefer to have some space around them rather than a potentially “bad” neighbor. I do want a bit of distance from the next house. Otherwise, everything feels crowded and exposed.I wasn’t referring to you specifically. I just keep noticing this here in the forum. But maybe I’m not the typical case. I grew up in a mid-terrace house and have four siblings... so perhaps I naturally learned to compromise, handle discussions constructively, and simply let minor things go in one ear and out the other... which is certainly helpful when dealing with neighbors.H
hampshire3 May 2019 13:41You are absolutely right, Yosan – a good neighborhood truly enhances the quality of life. It’s also positive when you don’t necessarily “overhear” everything from each other, as is the case in our current row house development. Not that it’s a problem, but some distance and privacy create a more comfortable sense of personal space.
We have great neighbors here and are looking forward to the friendly people in our future neighborhood, whom we have already met and who joyfully celebrated the topping-out ceremony with us.
We have great neighbors here and are looking forward to the friendly people in our future neighborhood, whom we have already met and who joyfully celebrated the topping-out ceremony with us.