Hello everyone,
We are planning to build a bungalow measuring 10x10 meters (33x33 feet) with a pitched roof (38°) that can later be converted into an attic living space.
The question is whether the house is large enough to accommodate a living/dining area with an open kitchen, guest toilet, bathroom, utility room, and 2 bedrooms on the ground floor. Also, is it practical or feasible to install the heating system (gas boiler) in the attic to free up space downstairs for a staircase?
Originally, we wanted a townhouse, but we are considering this option to save costs initially and then finish the attic later when children are planned. What do you think of this idea, and is it even possible?
Maybe someone already has experience with this topic and can give us some tips on what to watch out for.
Thank you in advance.
We are planning to build a bungalow measuring 10x10 meters (33x33 feet) with a pitched roof (38°) that can later be converted into an attic living space.
The question is whether the house is large enough to accommodate a living/dining area with an open kitchen, guest toilet, bathroom, utility room, and 2 bedrooms on the ground floor. Also, is it practical or feasible to install the heating system (gas boiler) in the attic to free up space downstairs for a staircase?
Originally, we wanted a townhouse, but we are considering this option to save costs initially and then finish the attic later when children are planned. What do you think of this idea, and is it even possible?
Maybe someone already has experience with this topic and can give us some tips on what to watch out for.
Thank you in advance.
Hello,
there won’t be much space left ... with a 100m² (1,076 sq ft) foundation slab, subtract the walls and then deduct another 3% of the remaining area for plaster ... you will still need a utility room for the service connections, washing machine, etc. ... from the 100m² (1,076 sq ft) only about 75m² (807 sq ft) will be left ... you also need to factor in space for a staircase somewhere ...
Regards, Andy
there won’t be much space left ... with a 100m² (1,076 sq ft) foundation slab, subtract the walls and then deduct another 3% of the remaining area for plaster ... you will still need a utility room for the service connections, washing machine, etc. ... from the 100m² (1,076 sq ft) only about 75m² (807 sq ft) will be left ... you also need to factor in space for a staircase somewhere ...
Regards, Andy
To be honest, I don’t really see a clear structure in the question. A town villa is a completely different building type compared to a bungalow and usually reflects a different approach to living space.
The later conversion of an attic (or second floor) is a completely separate issue from the question of style.
So, what exactly do you want?
There are plenty of example houses online where the provider offers attic conversion as a shell house. Whether bungalow or 1.5 stories. Two full stories are less common, as the footprint is usually kept small. This makes having a utility room alongside spacious living areas difficult, not to mention a bedroom or study.
You definitely don’t save costs with a “town villa” (not to be confused with a villa).
The later conversion of an attic (or second floor) is a completely separate issue from the question of style.
So, what exactly do you want?
There are plenty of example houses online where the provider offers attic conversion as a shell house. Whether bungalow or 1.5 stories. Two full stories are less common, as the footprint is usually kept small. This makes having a utility room alongside spacious living areas difficult, not to mention a bedroom or study.
You definitely don’t save costs with a “town villa” (not to be confused with a villa).
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