Development Plan / Restrictions
Plot size: We have two plots and originally wanted to build only on the 529 sqm (5697 sq ft) plot, but this is not sufficient, so we will need to place part of the double garage on the 413 sqm (4445 sq ft) plot. If we want to sell it later, it will need to be remeasured.
Single-story at ground level
Number of parking spaces – 2 -> double garage with storage room, 6 x 9 m (20 x 30 ft)
Number of floors – 2 stories
Roof style – 25° (25°) gable roof
We checked with the local authority – there is no development plan / planning permission applicable to our area
Homeowner requirements
No basement, ground floor plus upper floor with 2 m (6.5 ft) knee wall
Number of occupants and ages: 2 adults, 1 child (about 3 years old at move-in), 1 child planned
House size 168.59 sqm (1815 sq ft), prefabricated timber frame house with a bay window in the living area
Kitchen open plan with island and small bar
Heating system:
Air-to-water heat pump with controlled ventilation
This is the first draft from our architect. What could be done differently? The guest toilet is poorly positioned. The floor plan on the upper floor is acceptable for the moment.
We welcome tips and ideas for the ground floor.
Plot size: We have two plots and originally wanted to build only on the 529 sqm (5697 sq ft) plot, but this is not sufficient, so we will need to place part of the double garage on the 413 sqm (4445 sq ft) plot. If we want to sell it later, it will need to be remeasured.
Single-story at ground level
Number of parking spaces – 2 -> double garage with storage room, 6 x 9 m (20 x 30 ft)
Number of floors – 2 stories
Roof style – 25° (25°) gable roof
We checked with the local authority – there is no development plan / planning permission applicable to our area
Homeowner requirements
No basement, ground floor plus upper floor with 2 m (6.5 ft) knee wall
Number of occupants and ages: 2 adults, 1 child (about 3 years old at move-in), 1 child planned
House size 168.59 sqm (1815 sq ft), prefabricated timber frame house with a bay window in the living area
Kitchen open plan with island and small bar
Heating system:
Air-to-water heat pump with controlled ventilation
This is the first draft from our architect. What could be done differently? The guest toilet is poorly positioned. The floor plan on the upper floor is acceptable for the moment.
We welcome tips and ideas for the ground floor.
We don’t know what type of road it is or how far it is from the house. I see a reflection, possibly indicating a room rearrangement. Children can tolerate more than you might think; sensitivity usually develops later in life. I also wouldn’t install a floor-to-ceiling window facing the street in the bathroom; with a garden-facing location, there is less visibility.
@ypg ... I also immediately noticed the mirror layout because of the children's rooms.
However, mirroring means the ground floor needs to be reconsidered as well. That might actually be a good idea, because currently there seems to be a lot of circulation space that isn't really used effectively.
One could consider making the utility room smaller. When mirroring, the staircase moves further toward the bottom of the plan, allowing for a dedicated technical room behind the stairs on the ground floor. This also brings it closer to the mirrored bathroom on the upper floor.
However, mirroring means the ground floor needs to be reconsidered as well. That might actually be a good idea, because currently there seems to be a lot of circulation space that isn't really used effectively.
One could consider making the utility room smaller. When mirroring, the staircase moves further toward the bottom of the plan, allowing for a dedicated technical room behind the stairs on the ground floor. This also brings it closer to the mirrored bathroom on the upper floor.
However, in your utility room, the building services are also located. If you separate the building services from the utility room function, then perhaps 7 m² (75 sq ft) for the utility room and 4 m² (43 sq ft) for the building services would be sufficient. What exactly should be stored in the basement replacement area? And what else should be accommodated in the rear part of the garage?
That’s why the idea is to reconsider the entire hallway area. Maybe start by mirroring the upper floor, which would give the staircase a new position, and then continue from there.
The hallway is 167 cm (66 inches) wide and 650 cm (256 inches) long up to the second coat rack. That’s almost 11 m² (118 sq ft), including a small coat rack in the front area.
Should the garage be designed for 2 cars? Or for 1 car and bicycle parking for all family members?
That’s why the idea is to reconsider the entire hallway area. Maybe start by mirroring the upper floor, which would give the staircase a new position, and then continue from there.
The hallway is 167 cm (66 inches) wide and 650 cm (256 inches) long up to the second coat rack. That’s almost 11 m² (118 sq ft), including a small coat rack in the front area.
Should the garage be designed for 2 cars? Or for 1 car and bicycle parking for all family members?
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