Hello everyone,
We have a plot of land (see site plan) and have started planning our dream house without an architect. Before we move forward in more detail, it would be great to receive opinions, ideas, and perspectives.
On the floor plan, you can see an electrical transformer to the east. It is quite tall and does not provide a pleasant view. Therefore, the utility room is planned here, separated from the house with access to the "breakfast terrace."
We are planning with the future in mind. This means we want all the essential living spaces on one level. Upstairs is for the children and grandchildren when they visit, as well as hobby rooms, an office, etc. The area above the living room is open. Downstairs, it is important for us to have separate areas. The kitchen/dining and living rooms should not be an open, connected space. We often have guests while others want to watch a movie in peace.
We welcome any extraordinary ideas. The house should be unique. But we also appreciate advice on realistic feasibility.
The house will be built as a timber frame house.
The building plan allows for few restrictions. The building envelope is shown on the drawing.
Thank you and best regards,
Andreas
We have a plot of land (see site plan) and have started planning our dream house without an architect. Before we move forward in more detail, it would be great to receive opinions, ideas, and perspectives.
On the floor plan, you can see an electrical transformer to the east. It is quite tall and does not provide a pleasant view. Therefore, the utility room is planned here, separated from the house with access to the "breakfast terrace."
We are planning with the future in mind. This means we want all the essential living spaces on one level. Upstairs is for the children and grandchildren when they visit, as well as hobby rooms, an office, etc. The area above the living room is open. Downstairs, it is important for us to have separate areas. The kitchen/dining and living rooms should not be an open, connected space. We often have guests while others want to watch a movie in peace.
We welcome any extraordinary ideas. The house should be unique. But we also appreciate advice on realistic feasibility.
The house will be built as a timber frame house.
The building plan allows for few restrictions. The building envelope is shown on the drawing.
Thank you and best regards,
Andreas
For heaven’s sake... I am at a loss for words... Are you serious?
The obvious thoughtlessness shown by having a bathroom with no window, yet it’s the only access to the bedroom, is reflected in every area and room throughout the design.
The upper floor does not match the ground floor...
What are the exterior dimensions supposed to be? Why is the questionnaire not filled out? The data is missing here. What about the budget? Does it correspond to the living area?
Tip: a house design is not just a series or arrangement of rooms or geometric shapes. Get yourself an architect!
The obvious thoughtlessness shown by having a bathroom with no window, yet it’s the only access to the bedroom, is reflected in every area and room throughout the design.
The upper floor does not match the ground floor...
What are the exterior dimensions supposed to be? Why is the questionnaire not filled out? The data is missing here. What about the budget? Does it correspond to the living area?
Tip: a house design is not just a series or arrangement of rooms or geometric shapes. Get yourself an architect!
Hi, thanks first of all for the honest but straightforward feedback. As I said, this is not a conventional design. There is a mistake in the bathroom; the wall on the right should be removed and there will be windows there. Yes, access to the bedroom is only through the bathroom, and that is intentional. Why? Because it suits our daily routine. Whenever we enter or leave the bedroom, we go through the bathroom.
The exterior dimensions are 14 by 15 meters (46 by 49 feet). The budget is around 500,000. Plus or minus.
My main concern is the floor plan.
The exterior dimensions are 14 by 15 meters (46 by 49 feet). The budget is around 500,000. Plus or minus.
My main concern is the floor plan.
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Osnabruecker24 May 2020 13:16Too many corners and slants in the building envelope....
Costly, always a weak point, and based on the interior views, also unnecessary.
I have an old rule of thumb in mind: “a bay window costs an extra 30,000 euros.” In your case, I would estimate an additional cost of 100,000 euros for a custom design, without any obvious added value.
If your financial situation allows it, good luck!
Costly, always a weak point, and based on the interior views, also unnecessary.
I have an old rule of thumb in mind: “a bay window costs an extra 30,000 euros.” In your case, I would estimate an additional cost of 100,000 euros for a custom design, without any obvious added value.
If your financial situation allows it, good luck!
B
Bertram10024 May 2020 13:29sciliar schrieb:
I already said, it’s not ordinary. I believe you are confusing "not ordinary" with individuality and character.
I agree with the others: the floor plan is at best "not ordinary" – simply because almost everyone else prefers a functional layout. That is the usual way to build: to combine purpose, form, and means so that the result feels coherent.
Your floor plan has too many dead corners (living room, bedroom, bathroom), and doors placed in corners are just attempts to save space where there is no other option. Otherwise, they only create an outdated appearance and may even block useful space behind the door.
The grey room has only a small window, the hallway lacks a coat closet, and who would want to sit in a reading corner where you can hear the TV and all noises but see nothing? The kitchen is highly impractical (G-shaped layout with the sink on the corner cabinet). This blocks more than one cabinet whenever you are standing anywhere. If a second person wants to work in the kitchen, it can quickly become frustrating in that G-shaped design.
The idea of planning almost everything "around corners" is poor and has rightly not become popular. Classics have earned their reputation through hard work. This applies to music, fashion, food, and probably also to houses.
Where does the aversion to "ordinary" come from? You can bring uniqueness through the interior design and furnishings.
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