ᐅ Bungalow for 4 People with Attic Conversion – Which Floor Plan?

Nordlys: thank you very much for your reply
I was just looking for suggestions, not for someone to draw me a floor plan... that's why some people get annoyed.
The plot size is 900m2 (9687 sq ft) with a build-to-land ratio of 0.2.

Why don’t you start by looking through the catalogs from prefabricated house manufacturers? For attractive bungalows, Varioself and Rensch-Haus come to mind right away. But of course, that’s a matter of personal taste.

I’ll just add this again: if you’re planning to fully finish the attic for the kids anyway, then why on earth choose a bungalow? In that case, you might as well build a house with a recessed upper floor, for example.
The whole point of a bungalow is to have ALL living spaces on the ground floor (personally, for four people, I wouldn’t go below 150sqm (1,615 sq ft)). The attic can be accessed with a decent staircase and properly insulated, but it’s intended as storage or a backup in case a third child arrives.

A bungalow is not economical if you want the attic to be expandable and if you need proper connections running up there as well.

I’ll give you some suggestions regarding building technology and KfW standards. They will gladly sell you options that exceed the standard, which typically includes the Energy Saving Ordinance base level, gas heating, and solar for hot water, with Ytong blocks plus plaster. If you stick to the standard, like we did, your gas bill will be around 55-60 euros per month and electricity about 40 euros. That means about 1200 euros per year for energy. If you save 200 euros with additional technical installations but face 12,000 euros in extra costs, you can do the math and decide whether it’s worth it—or better spend your money making your garden nice.

The same goes for roof tiles. High-gloss tiles are only really worthwhile where there are lots of trees around. Otherwise, standard tiles work just as well. But definitely remember outdoor power outlets and sockets—for lighting, for an angle grinder, or for a portable speaker. Also, consider outdoor water points—a tap at the back door for washing paws or shoes, and one on the terrace for watering plants. Equip these with dedicated water meters so you only pay for water without wastewater charges. Such a meter costs about 29.90 euros and really saves money.

Regarding evolith. The plan is for the elderly to live downstairs, and when the children visit, they can sleep upstairs. Otherwise, the upper floor will serve as storage, an ironing room, a quiet corner after marital disputes, and space for Olga from Minsk when a 24-hour caregiver is needed.

Mama1418 schrieb:

A corner bungalow with 120 m² (1,292 sq ft), living room separate from the kitchen (which should be at least 16 m² (172 sq ft)), a guest room, and an attic conversion where two children’s bedrooms fit, as well as a bathroom with a shower.

Upper floor: 2 children’s bedrooms = 30 m² (323 sq ft) & bathroom with shower 8 m² (86 sq ft) & hallway/stairs 8 m² (86 sq ft) = 46 m² (495 sq ft)

Leaves 74 m² (797 sq ft) on the ground floor

Minus 16 m² (172 sq ft) kitchen minus 8 m² (86 sq ft) utility room minus 10 m² (108 sq ft) guest room minus 4 m² (43 sq ft) WC minus 10 m² (108 sq ft) entrance and hallway minus 10 m² (108 sq ft) master bedroom:

Leaves a modest 16 m² (172 sq ft) for a living/dining room.

That’s going to be quite a small place...

By the way, an open-plan kitchen-living-dining area can make small houses feel much more spacious.