Hello dear house building forum ;-)
We have been planning to build our single-family home for some time now, and after some back and forth, it seems like things might finally work out.
We have communicated our wishes to the construction company to the extent that the following floor plan has been created. Since this is our first house (and ideally the last one as well), we are open to any suggestions regarding what might be impractical or could be improved. So far, the construction company hasn’t provided much feedback—they probably just build what they are told.
In general: as you can see, it’s a fairly conventional “standard” single-family house. The basement is a result of the limited plot size and the need for a not-too-small office, which can also serve as a guest room and retreat, combined with the need for storage space ;-). Since the plot slopes slightly towards the garden, we want to try to extend one side a bit and include a reasonably large window there.
We plan for two children, although one of them already likes to add their opinion with some shouting.
In the large living room, we need a corner where we can set up a nice screen for projector movie nights and also have some seating. We’ll see if that works out...
As mentioned, we are grateful for any input, and if you have any questions: just ask! In general, I think the house could be a bit longer to avoid sacrificing too much garden space. Do you think this would be practical or feasible?
We have been planning to build our single-family home for some time now, and after some back and forth, it seems like things might finally work out.
We have communicated our wishes to the construction company to the extent that the following floor plan has been created. Since this is our first house (and ideally the last one as well), we are open to any suggestions regarding what might be impractical or could be improved. So far, the construction company hasn’t provided much feedback—they probably just build what they are told.
In general: as you can see, it’s a fairly conventional “standard” single-family house. The basement is a result of the limited plot size and the need for a not-too-small office, which can also serve as a guest room and retreat, combined with the need for storage space ;-). Since the plot slopes slightly towards the garden, we want to try to extend one side a bit and include a reasonably large window there.
We plan for two children, although one of them already likes to add their opinion with some shouting.
In the large living room, we need a corner where we can set up a nice screen for projector movie nights and also have some seating. We’ll see if that works out...
As mentioned, we are grateful for any input, and if you have any questions: just ask! In general, I think the house could be a bit longer to avoid sacrificing too much garden space. Do you think this would be practical or feasible?
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Sebastian7930 Sep 2015 14:33We have a pump sump where the washing machine, shower, sink, and floor drain outside the door all drain into, and where a fairly simple pump (or two) pumps everything up once a certain fill level is reached. Additionally, there is a macerator for the larger waste...
In my opinion, a pump sump should definitely be included in the planning, as it also provides some safety in case of emergencies (pipe break, flooding, etc.).
According to our plumber, you should never use such a macerator for continuous operation – it should always only serve as a backup toilet and not be used several times a day. Otherwise, malfunctions over time would be inevitable...
In my opinion, a pump sump should definitely be included in the planning, as it also provides some safety in case of emergencies (pipe break, flooding, etc.).
According to our plumber, you should never use such a macerator for continuous operation – it should always only serve as a backup toilet and not be used several times a day. Otherwise, malfunctions over time would be inevitable...