Hello everyone,
finally, we have reached an important step… the plot is signed for.
We want to build with an architect and already have some ideas about what we like and what we don’t.
We definitely want to give the architect the opportunity to apply their expertise regarding the floor plan… maybe they can convince us.
But if not, we are currently (almost) quite happy with this self-drawn floor plan.
A few key facts…
Plot size: 660 sqm (about 7100 sq ft), floor area ratio 0.4, no slope, approximately 26m x 25m (85 ft x 82 ft)
Longest building side allowed: max. 15m (about 49 ft)
L-shaped bungalow with covered terrace (southwest side)
We want to build with a basement. This should have windows with natural daylight behind the garage on the east side. There will be 2–3 living rooms down there (playroom, hobby room, later for the kids or grandparents if necessary).
The roof will not be converted into a living space — 20-22° (degrees) pitch, hip roof, for aesthetic reasons.
We know that a basement is more expensive than a second floor, etc. The budget is roughly 650,000–700,000 (currency).
Utility room, laundry room, sauna, etc. will all be located in the basement since there is enough space. 🙂
Now to the floor plan:
We like an open design with a large entrance area.
What we like about this floor plan:
Children’s area separated from parents
Connection from the garage with access to the storage room and basement
Access from kitchen and living room to the terrace possible
Master bedroom with direct view of the garden on the southeast side (in summer the shutters are closed anyway)
Children’s rooms with windows facing west, slightly southwest.
Open questions…
Are the children’s rooms too narrow at almost 3m (about 10 ft)?
Is the living room too narrow at almost 4.5m (about 15 ft)?
The L-shape at the terrace is about 3m (10 ft) deep — here we could possibly adjust a bit to enlarge the children’s rooms.
My wife doesn’t like that the kitchen is visible directly from the entrance area.
(I prefer the kitchen visibility over the living room couch). What do you think is better or worse?
The kitchen window is on the south side, possibly too much sun… maybe we should add an awning if needed.
I can’t fit a second toilet elsewhere without making the children’s rooms even smaller… so it will remain a guest toilet for the parents.
Is a door between the entrance area and the living area for a windbreak useful, or unnecessary? (We have underfloor heating.)
(Maybe a hidden interior door, but I’m unsure what happens if it gets damaged.)
The floor area ratio will be tight… 15m x 15m = 225 sqm (about 11,200 sq ft) + garage + driveway… we might need to reduce the width a bit.
660 sqm x 0.4 = 264 sqm (about 2,840 sq ft).
I have seen many floor plans here… wishes and practicality have to match somewhere.
I’m really curious about the experts’ opinions…
Is it rubbish or usable?
Thanks
finally, we have reached an important step… the plot is signed for.
We want to build with an architect and already have some ideas about what we like and what we don’t.
We definitely want to give the architect the opportunity to apply their expertise regarding the floor plan… maybe they can convince us.
But if not, we are currently (almost) quite happy with this self-drawn floor plan.
A few key facts…
Plot size: 660 sqm (about 7100 sq ft), floor area ratio 0.4, no slope, approximately 26m x 25m (85 ft x 82 ft)
Longest building side allowed: max. 15m (about 49 ft)
L-shaped bungalow with covered terrace (southwest side)
We want to build with a basement. This should have windows with natural daylight behind the garage on the east side. There will be 2–3 living rooms down there (playroom, hobby room, later for the kids or grandparents if necessary).
The roof will not be converted into a living space — 20-22° (degrees) pitch, hip roof, for aesthetic reasons.
We know that a basement is more expensive than a second floor, etc. The budget is roughly 650,000–700,000 (currency).
Utility room, laundry room, sauna, etc. will all be located in the basement since there is enough space. 🙂
Now to the floor plan:
We like an open design with a large entrance area.
What we like about this floor plan:
Children’s area separated from parents
Connection from the garage with access to the storage room and basement
Access from kitchen and living room to the terrace possible
Master bedroom with direct view of the garden on the southeast side (in summer the shutters are closed anyway)
Children’s rooms with windows facing west, slightly southwest.
Open questions…
Are the children’s rooms too narrow at almost 3m (about 10 ft)?
Is the living room too narrow at almost 4.5m (about 15 ft)?
The L-shape at the terrace is about 3m (10 ft) deep — here we could possibly adjust a bit to enlarge the children’s rooms.
My wife doesn’t like that the kitchen is visible directly from the entrance area.
(I prefer the kitchen visibility over the living room couch). What do you think is better or worse?
The kitchen window is on the south side, possibly too much sun… maybe we should add an awning if needed.
I can’t fit a second toilet elsewhere without making the children’s rooms even smaller… so it will remain a guest toilet for the parents.
Is a door between the entrance area and the living area for a windbreak useful, or unnecessary? (We have underfloor heating.)
(Maybe a hidden interior door, but I’m unsure what happens if it gets damaged.)
The floor area ratio will be tight… 15m x 15m = 225 sqm (about 11,200 sq ft) + garage + driveway… we might need to reduce the width a bit.
660 sqm x 0.4 = 264 sqm (about 2,840 sq ft).
I have seen many floor plans here… wishes and practicality have to match somewhere.
I’m really curious about the experts’ opinions…
Is it rubbish or usable?
Thanks
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Iotafreak15 Apr 2021 14:30Bertram100 schrieb:
What I don’t understand about the whole bungalow idea is that everything is supposed to be on one level, but the children should be separated as much as possible. Even if their rooms are individually zoned, they remain on the same floor. And that feels “closer” than having the teenagers hanging around upstairs (or in your case, in the basement).
For me personally, a bungalow never creates the same cozy living atmosphere as a multi-story house. It quickly feels like commercial space: here a dim hallway, there another room, too much open space in the middle of a room.
Here, bungalows are marketed a bit like a hard sell. They’re the houses no one really wants but are bought out of necessity and few alternatives. In the past, there were plenty of bungalows in poorly copied cottage style. In just 20 years, your bungalow will take over the role of that cottage style. It’s probably a matter of taste...
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Iotafreak15 Apr 2021 14:43I have been active in this forum for a few months now and have already received some valuable tips, thank you.
However, it must be said that there are various opinions on many topics… otherwise, all houses would be the same.
I have gone through many floor plans here in the forum and sometimes cannot understand why some are considered good and others are seen as bad.
My drawing has no dark, narrow corridors at all… large, well-lit rooms, dining area and kitchen with plenty of natural light, while the sofa is located on the covered terrace (to avoid getting heatstroke)… All rooms are large enough. I have thought a lot about the comment that I lack a sense of space… Maybe someone can help me with that?
I would also be very interested in the opinion of
kbt09
I have read many great posts from them… Attached is the updated floor plan again.
I would really appreciate your feedback, thank you.
However, it must be said that there are various opinions on many topics… otherwise, all houses would be the same.
I have gone through many floor plans here in the forum and sometimes cannot understand why some are considered good and others are seen as bad.
My drawing has no dark, narrow corridors at all… large, well-lit rooms, dining area and kitchen with plenty of natural light, while the sofa is located on the covered terrace (to avoid getting heatstroke)… All rooms are large enough. I have thought a lot about the comment that I lack a sense of space… Maybe someone can help me with that?
I would also be very interested in the opinion of
kbt09
I have read many great posts from them… Attached is the updated floor plan again.
I would really appreciate your feedback, thank you.
Iotafreak schrieb:
I would also be very interested in the opinion of
kbt09
.. Then you shouldn’t mention them in larger text but use an @ before the username: @kbt09 (only this way they will be automatically notified of the mention).
https://www.instagram.com/11antgmxde/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/bauen-jetzt/
@lotafreak .... there is nothing here that I haven’t already read ... I find the layout suboptimal (children’s rooms, etc.). I also don’t like having to check again where north is or how the property is situated. I think new floor plans should always be shown in context; if they are not, it really reduces my willingness to comment.
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Iotafreak15 Apr 2021 15:49kbt09 schrieb:
@lotafreak .... there is nothing here that I haven't already read ... I find the layout less than ideal (children’s rooms, etc.). I also don’t like having to constantly check where north is, how the position on the plot is, and so on. I think new floor plans should always be presented in context; if they are not, it really kills my enthusiasm for commenting.Okay, I can understand that... North is naturally considered at the entrance rather than the street side...Similar topics