ᐅ Modernist Concrete Villa with Cavity Wall Insulation – Experiences
Created on: 11 Sep 2018 07:32
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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
The initial inquiry was also made directly through the architect.
Complaints were raised, for example, about the position on the plot. They requested adherence to a building line from around 1947 or so. A flat roof is not allowed, and so on.
I would say that I don’t know anyone in this area who has built without having trouble with two specific officials at the building authority or even having to fight for their rights in court. Probably a case of rigid bureaucracy...
Constructive discussions were possible with the head of the office and the mayor. They were also able to justify it from an urban planning and development perspective (creating and preserving space, etc.).
Despite its size, the building is more like a floating cube and fits in well.
Complaints were raised, for example, about the position on the plot. They requested adherence to a building line from around 1947 or so. A flat roof is not allowed, and so on.
I would say that I don’t know anyone in this area who has built without having trouble with two specific officials at the building authority or even having to fight for their rights in court. Probably a case of rigid bureaucracy...
Constructive discussions were possible with the head of the office and the mayor. They were also able to justify it from an urban planning and development perspective (creating and preserving space, etc.).
Despite its size, the building is more like a floating cube and fits in well.
montessalet11 Sep 2018 19:51Yes, it is rather spacious. Filling the garage is also a great hobby. Great style, but still much too large for me. The plot would be too big for me as well. Although with a gardener and cleaning staff (or facility manager), it becomes manageable again.
Thanks for posting: large (private) projects are rarely seen for sure.
Thanks for posting: large (private) projects are rarely seen for sure.
Hmm, hm ... that’s not really my style … though it is impressively large.
Maybe I’m just blind, but I’ve been trying the whole time to figure out where the mail carrier would ring the doorbell three times or where a regular visitor would ring. Has anyone noticed that?
Otherwise, exterior views are nice, but I live inside the house and always like to see the floor plan first. From what you can guess through the windows, everything seems really spacious. I would miss having cozier areas.
Maybe I’m just blind, but I’ve been trying the whole time to figure out where the mail carrier would ring the doorbell three times or where a regular visitor would ring. Has anyone noticed that?
Otherwise, exterior views are nice, but I live inside the house and always like to see the floor plan first. From what you can guess through the windows, everything seems really spacious. I would miss having cozier areas.
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Steffen8011 Sep 2018 20:09Am I the only one who thinks it’s not too big? I really like it! We have now been living in our 285 m² (3,067 sq ft) home for 8 months, and there are so many things I would do differently. Especially make it much bigger. Well, that also depends on the fact that today we would have a significantly larger budget. In my mind, I’m already considering building again... unfortunately, there are no more plots available. I fell in love with this location.
@TE: Are you building with an elevator? I would definitely recommend it. One of our neighbors is installing two elevators—one for passengers and one for cars. They also have an underground garage for more than 10 cars (hobby).
@TE: Are you building with an elevator? I would definitely recommend it. One of our neighbors is installing two elevators—one for passengers and one for cars. They also have an underground garage for more than 10 cars (hobby).