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richardtr2 Apr 2017 11:35Hello everyone. I’m new here and need help planning the renovation of our barn.
Current status:
- I’m 25 years old and can do almost any kind of handiwork – and have successfully completed almost everything so far
- My father has the same skills as me and will help us completely
- My father-in-law is a master bricklayer and would also fully support us
- No time pressure, but we want to do as much as possible ourselves
The barn is located on my parents’ large plot of land. The footprint is roughly 15 x 10 meters (not quite rectangular). The rear wall of the barn extends about 4 meters (13 feet) into the slope behind it. From the first floor, a terrace into the garden is planned at this part.
The building will have 3 floors, and one half of the roof might be flattened a bit to gain more space. If possible, some of the existing beams should remain at least as decoration. The entire front section consists of sandstone walls about 60 centimeters (24 inches) thick. Basically, we want to insulate the walls as little as possible – our family has already experienced too many mold issues, even though the insulation was done by professionals. For aesthetic reasons alone, we want to keep the sandstone visible both outside and inside. The rest of the barn, which was extended later, is built with hollow concrete blocks – these can be insulated if necessary. The rear part of the barn, which is built into the slope, also consists of hollow blocks – special attention is needed here regarding moisture penetration.
As far as I know, there is no heritage protection. The building will be connected to an existing heating system that is more than sufficiently sized.
Can anyone provide more detailed information about insulation? What costs should be expected for insulating a barn like this?
Thank you very much!
Current status:
- I’m 25 years old and can do almost any kind of handiwork – and have successfully completed almost everything so far
- My father has the same skills as me and will help us completely
- My father-in-law is a master bricklayer and would also fully support us
- No time pressure, but we want to do as much as possible ourselves
The barn is located on my parents’ large plot of land. The footprint is roughly 15 x 10 meters (not quite rectangular). The rear wall of the barn extends about 4 meters (13 feet) into the slope behind it. From the first floor, a terrace into the garden is planned at this part.
The building will have 3 floors, and one half of the roof might be flattened a bit to gain more space. If possible, some of the existing beams should remain at least as decoration. The entire front section consists of sandstone walls about 60 centimeters (24 inches) thick. Basically, we want to insulate the walls as little as possible – our family has already experienced too many mold issues, even though the insulation was done by professionals. For aesthetic reasons alone, we want to keep the sandstone visible both outside and inside. The rest of the barn, which was extended later, is built with hollow concrete blocks – these can be insulated if necessary. The rear part of the barn, which is built into the slope, also consists of hollow blocks – special attention is needed here regarding moisture penetration.
As far as I know, there is no heritage protection. The building will be connected to an existing heating system that is more than sufficiently sized.
Can anyone provide more detailed information about insulation? What costs should be expected for insulating a barn like this?
Thank you very much!
A renovation involving the use of existing building parts can still be classified as "new construction" in terms of the applicable standards and regulations. Even if the building mass is already largely in place, this does not necessarily mean that the project is automatically eligible for approval. In villages, residents are usually happy to keep every inhabitant, but sometimes interim zoning plans impose restrictions. What is already standing as a barn may not necessarily be permitted as a residential building in that location. In such cases, an architect has a lot of investigation to carry out first.
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First, it should be verified whether the building project is permissible under planning and building regulations. Additionally, this is a conversion that requires a building permit (planning permission). The entire project cannot proceed without an architect, structural engineer, or similar specialists. Without clarifying the legal feasibility, for example through preliminary discussions with the building authorities or a pre-application inquiry, further questions regarding structural development or building insulation are premature.
In general, converting a barn is significantly more expensive than constructing a new building of similar size. One recurring issue is the lack of proper foundation in the barn. You will inevitably have to comply with adequate building insulation requirements according to the energy-saving regulations. Therefore, exposed sandstone on the inside and outside will not be feasible. Other points mentioned, such as exterior walls on a slope, are complex structural and building physics challenges that must be addressed by a professional planner. Before construction work begins, not afterward as damage control.
In general, converting a barn is significantly more expensive than constructing a new building of similar size. One recurring issue is the lack of proper foundation in the barn. You will inevitably have to comply with adequate building insulation requirements according to the energy-saving regulations. Therefore, exposed sandstone on the inside and outside will not be feasible. Other points mentioned, such as exterior walls on a slope, are complex structural and building physics challenges that must be addressed by a professional planner. Before construction work begins, not afterward as damage control.
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