Hello dear house building forum,
I registered today because I applied for a building plot in my community and I am hopeful to get it.
Development Plan / Restrictions
Plot size = 700 sqm (8,900 sq ft)
Slope = No
Floor area ratio = 0.4
Floor space index = 1 story (bungalow - no basement)
Building window, building line and boundary = Building boundary according to § 23 Land Use Ordinance (garage on boundary, house set back 3 m (10 ft))
Edge development = No
Number of parking spaces = 2
Number of stories = 1 story (bungalow)
Roof type
Style = Gable roof
Orientation = South
Maximum height / limits = 6.5 m (21 ft)
Additional requirements
Homeowners’ Requirements
Style, roof type, building type = open, gable roof or hip roof, bungalow
Basement, stories = No
Number of people, age = 2 people, 40 and 38 years old
Room requirements on ground floor, upper floor = Entrance hall, WC, utility room, pantry; bathroom, office; kitchen; dining-living room and 1 bedroom
Office: family use or home office? = family use
Guests per year = none (maximum 1)
Open or closed architecture = open
Conservative or modern design = rather modern
Open kitchen, kitchen island = open kitchen
Number of dining seats = 4
Fireplace = No
Music / stereo wall = wall for large TV
Balcony, roof terrace = No
Garage, carport = garage for 1 car
Vegetable garden, greenhouse = garden
Additional wishes / special features / daily routine, also reasons why this or that should or should not be = open design because I might use several air-to-air heat pumps instead of one air-to-water heat pump (still at the beginning of heating planning)
[U]House Design
Who created the plan:
- Builder’s planner = currently me
- Architect = currently none
- Do-it-yourself = Yes, everything possible and permitted
What do you particularly like? Why? = currently unsure
What don’t you like? Why? = currently unsure
Price estimate from architect/planner: no price available
Personal price limit for the house including equipment: €220,000
Preferred heating technology: air-to-air heat pumps (split air conditioning units)
If you have to give up, which details / extensions
- can you give up: pantry
- can’t you give up: office
Why was the design created as it is now? For example
Standard design from the planner? No
Which wishes were implemented by the architect? all wishes implemented, no architect
A mix of many examples from various magazines? No
What makes it particularly good or bad in your opinion? The design is just an idea, I am looking forward to criticism and suggestions
What is the most important / fundamental question about the floor plan summarized in 130 characters?
I want to minimize square meters wasted on hallways and use the bungalow’s space effectively.
I registered today because I applied for a building plot in my community and I am hopeful to get it.
Development Plan / Restrictions
Plot size = 700 sqm (8,900 sq ft)
Slope = No
Floor area ratio = 0.4
Floor space index = 1 story (bungalow - no basement)
Building window, building line and boundary = Building boundary according to § 23 Land Use Ordinance (garage on boundary, house set back 3 m (10 ft))
Edge development = No
Number of parking spaces = 2
Number of stories = 1 story (bungalow)
Roof type
Style = Gable roof
Orientation = South
Maximum height / limits = 6.5 m (21 ft)
Additional requirements
Homeowners’ Requirements
Style, roof type, building type = open, gable roof or hip roof, bungalow
Basement, stories = No
Number of people, age = 2 people, 40 and 38 years old
Room requirements on ground floor, upper floor = Entrance hall, WC, utility room, pantry; bathroom, office; kitchen; dining-living room and 1 bedroom
Office: family use or home office? = family use
Guests per year = none (maximum 1)
Open or closed architecture = open
Conservative or modern design = rather modern
Open kitchen, kitchen island = open kitchen
Number of dining seats = 4
Fireplace = No
Music / stereo wall = wall for large TV
Balcony, roof terrace = No
Garage, carport = garage for 1 car
Vegetable garden, greenhouse = garden
Additional wishes / special features / daily routine, also reasons why this or that should or should not be = open design because I might use several air-to-air heat pumps instead of one air-to-water heat pump (still at the beginning of heating planning)
[U]House Design
Who created the plan:
- Builder’s planner = currently me
- Architect = currently none
- Do-it-yourself = Yes, everything possible and permitted
What do you particularly like? Why? = currently unsure
What don’t you like? Why? = currently unsure
Price estimate from architect/planner: no price available
Personal price limit for the house including equipment: €220,000
Preferred heating technology: air-to-air heat pumps (split air conditioning units)
If you have to give up, which details / extensions
- can you give up: pantry
- can’t you give up: office
Why was the design created as it is now? For example
Standard design from the planner? No
Which wishes were implemented by the architect? all wishes implemented, no architect
A mix of many examples from various magazines? No
What makes it particularly good or bad in your opinion? The design is just an idea, I am looking forward to criticism and suggestions
What is the most important / fundamental question about the floor plan summarized in 130 characters?
I want to minimize square meters wasted on hallways and use the bungalow’s space effectively.
Building a house on rock that you only plan to move into in twelve years (i.e., "after the kids") is already quite unusual, although your rough calculation has at least become more understandable (but unfortunately still not workable!). The house is supposed to be heated by decentralized tankless water heaters and split air conditioning units. You are a layperson but have specific building materials in mind that you want to assemble with (a lot of) divine help—good luck with that. But thanks for the entertainment; someone with house-building experience is still missing in the comedian scene here ;-)
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Robert Bau20248 Jul 2023 17:51Thank you, ypg, for the first constructive response.
Regarding the floor plan – okay, I will discard it and have a new one designed. Of course, I will involve the local construction company.
I really don’t understand why the house is supposed to cost over 300,000. Where do these huge costs come from? I can help myself with installing the shower, laying tiles, fitting the kitchen – I have done all that before. Three months ago, I installed a photovoltaic system (4 kWp) on the roof, connected it with a certified electrician – done. It did not cost more than 3,500€. It’s not rocket science and is affordable with DIY.
The split air conditioning and heating system is cheaper compared to an air-to-water heat pump. I would only build an open roof truss if using sandwich panels (220 mm (8.7 inches)), since the insulation is included in the panels (excellent U-value).
The house we currently live in (fully paid off) will of course not be sold; it’s perfect for families (maybe one of the children will want it). My wife and I want to downsize as we get older. The budget upwards is also flexible.
Regarding the floor plan – okay, I will discard it and have a new one designed. Of course, I will involve the local construction company.
I really don’t understand why the house is supposed to cost over 300,000. Where do these huge costs come from? I can help myself with installing the shower, laying tiles, fitting the kitchen – I have done all that before. Three months ago, I installed a photovoltaic system (4 kWp) on the roof, connected it with a certified electrician – done. It did not cost more than 3,500€. It’s not rocket science and is affordable with DIY.
The split air conditioning and heating system is cheaper compared to an air-to-water heat pump. I would only build an open roof truss if using sandwich panels (220 mm (8.7 inches)), since the insulation is included in the panels (excellent U-value).
The house we currently live in (fully paid off) will of course not be sold; it’s perfect for families (maybe one of the children will want it). My wife and I want to downsize as we get older. The budget upwards is also flexible.
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hanghaus20238 Jul 2023 18:05Is there a site plan of the property showing the north arrow and dimensions? Ideally, it should include neighboring buildings and the street.
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Robert Bau20248 Jul 2023 18:16The road in the building area was just paved last week, and the size specifications of the plots are no longer accurate (they are becoming smaller). North is currently pointing straight up. Plot 2 would be the preferred choice. The plots still need to be precisely surveyed. Therefore, there are no neighbors yet.
Robert Bau2024 schrieb:
Where do the huge costs come from? It’s 2023. Why does a bread roll cost €1.00 when you want one with seeds or grains?
Is it because of the energy crisis? War? Or simply the requirements that a house must now meet?
Robert Bau2024 schrieb:
I can help myself, Help! No one denies that. Help! Sometimes helping the neighbor, sometimes doing something at home.
It’s something else to go to the hardware store to shop for a project.
If you only want to help yourself, you will never be finished.
Those who can afford to keep a property and buy a second home should be able to afford that as well. 😉
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hanghaus20239 Jul 2023 10:32Let's assume you have plot #2 with your floor plan like this?
Is the garage allowed on the boundary? Then definitely place the windows facing east. Even better, add a door.
Your statement that there is no slope is probably a bit optimistic. I see contour lines, but unfortunately, no numbers are shown. Is there a larger section of the zoning plan available?
827 m² (8900 sq ft) is more than 700 m² (7500 sq ft)
Is the garage allowed on the boundary? Then definitely place the windows facing east. Even better, add a door.
Your statement that there is no slope is probably a bit optimistic. I see contour lines, but unfortunately, no numbers are shown. Is there a larger section of the zoning plan available?
827 m² (8900 sq ft) is more than 700 m² (7500 sq ft)