Hello community,
I would appreciate it if you could take a look at the floor plan. We’re not completely sure yet. Perhaps we are simply overwhelmed by the freedom of choice when building a new house. The plot is only verbally reserved—the planner said a bungalow (our preference) would be possible.
Development Plan / Restrictions
Plot size: 740m2 (7,965 sq ft)
Slope: no
Floor area ratio: 0.4
Building envelope, building line and boundary: The building envelope of 12 x 15m (39 x 49 ft) would be fully used by the bungalow. On the garage side, it’s 5m (16 ft) to the plot boundary, on the entrance side 3m (10 ft). The eastern property boundary runs slightly diagonal and narrows to just over 5m (16 ft) at the narrowest point.
Parking spaces: 1 garage, 1 parking space – The plot is located at the end of a dead-end street, so we need to be able to turn around on the property. I rarely drive but could imagine it might be quite uncomfortable or tight in front of the entrance area.
Number of floors: 1
Roof style: hip roof
Orientation: The garden faces northeast
Client Requirements
Style, roof shape, building type
Basement, floors:
Number of people, age: total 4 people (2 children)
Space requirements on ground floor and upper floor
Office: home office
Overnight guests per year: maybe 5
Open floor plan
Conservative or modern design
Kitchen in L-shape
Number of dining seats: we would like to easily accommodate 8 people, although usually there will only be 4 of us
Fireplace: no
Additional wishes / special features / daily routine: I have concerns especially about the north-facing orientation. It might also be important that I work in a laboratory and have no natural light during the entire day. At the same time, I am not a sun lover—bright is enough for me. We are usually up quite early.
House Design
Planning done by: a mix of architect, ourselves, and an original floor plan
We are unsure about the entrance area. It is already narrow at the beginning, but the 2.5m (8 ft) should provide enough space. The layout of the living room also differs somewhat from standard floor plans, but we found it generally suitable.
Personal budget limit for the house including fixtures and fittings: 350,000
Preferred heating system: air-to-water heat pump
The clouds can be ignored. The windows are not yet finalized, and we will probably forgo a pantry, incorporating it instead in the utility room (if we need one at all).
Best regards
I would appreciate it if you could take a look at the floor plan. We’re not completely sure yet. Perhaps we are simply overwhelmed by the freedom of choice when building a new house. The plot is only verbally reserved—the planner said a bungalow (our preference) would be possible.
Development Plan / Restrictions
Plot size: 740m2 (7,965 sq ft)
Slope: no
Floor area ratio: 0.4
Building envelope, building line and boundary: The building envelope of 12 x 15m (39 x 49 ft) would be fully used by the bungalow. On the garage side, it’s 5m (16 ft) to the plot boundary, on the entrance side 3m (10 ft). The eastern property boundary runs slightly diagonal and narrows to just over 5m (16 ft) at the narrowest point.
Parking spaces: 1 garage, 1 parking space – The plot is located at the end of a dead-end street, so we need to be able to turn around on the property. I rarely drive but could imagine it might be quite uncomfortable or tight in front of the entrance area.
Number of floors: 1
Roof style: hip roof
Orientation: The garden faces northeast
Client Requirements
Style, roof shape, building type
Basement, floors:
Number of people, age: total 4 people (2 children)
Space requirements on ground floor and upper floor
Office: home office
Overnight guests per year: maybe 5
Open floor plan
Conservative or modern design
Kitchen in L-shape
Number of dining seats: we would like to easily accommodate 8 people, although usually there will only be 4 of us
Fireplace: no
Additional wishes / special features / daily routine: I have concerns especially about the north-facing orientation. It might also be important that I work in a laboratory and have no natural light during the entire day. At the same time, I am not a sun lover—bright is enough for me. We are usually up quite early.
House Design
Planning done by: a mix of architect, ourselves, and an original floor plan
We are unsure about the entrance area. It is already narrow at the beginning, but the 2.5m (8 ft) should provide enough space. The layout of the living room also differs somewhat from standard floor plans, but we found it generally suitable.
Personal budget limit for the house including fixtures and fittings: 350,000
Preferred heating system: air-to-water heat pump
The clouds can be ignored. The windows are not yet finalized, and we will probably forgo a pantry, incorporating it instead in the utility room (if we need one at all).
Best regards
Mh, yeah, I figured the bungalow would be difficult – that was my suspicion – the kids are 1.5 and 5 years old. Yeah, I thought the bedroom arrangement was okay. At least the hallway won’t get any longer…
Why do you often need to go up to the attic? I mainly saw suitcases, decorative stuff, and other things that you only use once or twice a year…
Why do you often need to go up to the attic? I mainly saw suitcases, decorative stuff, and other things that you only use once or twice a year…
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Myrna_Loy26 Jan 2022 12:32I have sketched a standard-sized dining table into your dining area. There is very little space, and it becomes quite difficult to use with more than four people.
The area is the darkest corner of the house, and you are positioned between three doors.
The area is the darkest corner of the house, and you are positioned between three doors.
Well, the budget is a tricky issue. We both earn well in the eastern region and have secure jobs, but our equity isn’t very impressive—mainly due to parental leave and the fact that, because of studying, we didn’t start earning money at 20… Additionally, the plot of land costs about 180,000 (for local standards, it’s really expensive) but it’s in a good location for us. It’s within walking distance to the grandmothers and the nearest shopping options. Our commute to work by car would be about 30 minutes, although my husband probably won’t be commuting daily after COVID. All schools and daycare centers are available.
When it comes to doing the work ourselves, honestly, we can’t. We lack the skills, time, and patience…
I honestly hope that we can manage with around 550,000, but I have my doubts now. On the other hand, there aren’t any apartments available for purchase or rent. I’ve always been open to that option—but unfortunately, there’s nothing.
When it comes to doing the work ourselves, honestly, we can’t. We lack the skills, time, and patience…
I honestly hope that we can manage with around 550,000, but I have my doubts now. On the other hand, there aren’t any apartments available for purchase or rent. I’ve always been open to that option—but unfortunately, there’s nothing.
Myrna_Loy schrieb:
I’ve drawn a standard-sized dining table in your dining area. There is very little space, and it’s barely manageable with more than four people.
The area is the darkest corner of the house, and you’re positioned between three doors. Yes, I would place a bench directly against the wall.
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Myrna_Loy26 Jan 2022 12:43You are building a house of approximately 180 sqm (1,940 sq ft) and want a dark, cramped temporary dining area in the hallway, like in a 60 sqm (645 sq ft) apartment? With two children?
Why does it have to be a bungalow?
Why does it have to be a bungalow?
Yes, that was actually our original preference with the bungalow, but I also suspect that we might not really like it—that’s why I asked here. I could also accept a 1.5-story house (two full stories probably wouldn’t be allowed—if I remember correctly, the eave height limit is 5.20 meters (17 feet)), and we had already discussed this with our planner. However, he said that would increase the cost by about 50,000 to 60,000.
It’s also the situation in front of the house that keeps making me think—there are only 5 meters (16 feet) from the house to the property boundary, so there isn’t enough space for two cars side by side (and the outdoor unit of the heat pump would also be there). On the other side in front of the house, there are only 3 meters (10 feet). We currently have just one car, but who knows if that will change in the future, and then one car would always have to move first (which I find inconvenient, as it’s the same at my parents’ place).
I’m attaching the first draft from the planner here—it was, well… let’s say it still has room for improvement.
It’s also the situation in front of the house that keeps making me think—there are only 5 meters (16 feet) from the house to the property boundary, so there isn’t enough space for two cars side by side (and the outdoor unit of the heat pump would also be there). On the other side in front of the house, there are only 3 meters (10 feet). We currently have just one car, but who knows if that will change in the future, and then one car would always have to move first (which I find inconvenient, as it’s the same at my parents’ place).
I’m attaching the first draft from the planner here—it was, well… let’s say it still has room for improvement.
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