Dear building experts and homeowners,
We have found a semi-detached house.
400 sqm (4306 sq ft) plot, large garden, garage, south-facing slope, three stories without a basement, 190 sqm (2045 sq ft) of living space with a pitched roof.
On the first floor, there is a 55 sqm (592 sq ft) open living-dining-kitchen area with direct access to the garden and south-facing terrace.
Additionally, we have a large covered east-facing terrace.
The living room has a 4-meter (13 ft) window front facing south and one window facing east.
The dining area has a door facing east.
The kitchen features one large window of 1.4 m (4.6 ft) and a smaller window of 70 cm (28 in) facing north.
Since it is the east semi-detached unit, there are no windows facing west.
My concern is that the afternoons and evenings may feel quite dark, as we will no longer have direct sunlight during that time.
Currently, the building is still in the shell stage. I believe that once everything is painted white and the flooring is chosen in a light color, it will feel brighter.
Has anyone here had experience with a semi-detached house with a southeast orientation? Could you help alleviate my concerns regarding brightness?
I would appreciate your feedback.
It should also be noted that there are very few properties available in the region where we are searching, and in terms of proximity to the city, we have really found a very good general location with regard to infrastructure, etc.
However, my concerns about the brightness are difficult to put aside.
Best regards,
Sunny68
We have found a semi-detached house.
400 sqm (4306 sq ft) plot, large garden, garage, south-facing slope, three stories without a basement, 190 sqm (2045 sq ft) of living space with a pitched roof.
On the first floor, there is a 55 sqm (592 sq ft) open living-dining-kitchen area with direct access to the garden and south-facing terrace.
Additionally, we have a large covered east-facing terrace.
The living room has a 4-meter (13 ft) window front facing south and one window facing east.
The dining area has a door facing east.
The kitchen features one large window of 1.4 m (4.6 ft) and a smaller window of 70 cm (28 in) facing north.
Since it is the east semi-detached unit, there are no windows facing west.
My concern is that the afternoons and evenings may feel quite dark, as we will no longer have direct sunlight during that time.
Currently, the building is still in the shell stage. I believe that once everything is painted white and the flooring is chosen in a light color, it will feel brighter.
Has anyone here had experience with a semi-detached house with a southeast orientation? Could you help alleviate my concerns regarding brightness?
I would appreciate your feedback.
It should also be noted that there are very few properties available in the region where we are searching, and in terms of proximity to the city, we have really found a very good general location with regard to infrastructure, etc.
However, my concerns about the brightness are difficult to put aside.
Best regards,
Sunny68
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Aphrodithe24 Apr 2020 13:58Bertram100 schrieb:
Apart from this forum, I don’t know anyone who isn’t a bit annoyed by the sensitive cooktop on the island. But indeed, everyone to their own preference.What exactly makes it more sensitive than in any other spot in the kitchen? Especially since my cooktop with integrated extractor not only looks good but also works really well. I never want to go back to a regular range hood!B
Bertram10024 Apr 2020 14:00Well, sliding boards and bowls back and forth, placing heavy items down roughly, knives, and other tools. I actually put everything down more carefully on the glass of the induction cooktop than on the sturdy countertop.
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Aphrodithe24 Apr 2020 14:18I don’t understand why anyone would place anything on the cooktop? I have a Bora Pure, installed on the right side with a width of 80cm (31.5 inches), leaving about 240cm (94.5 inches) on the left side for preparation, placing items, and so on...
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Aphrodithe24 Apr 2020 14:20As mentioned, the best solution is, of course, to integrate a small sink on the island!
Sunny68 schrieb:
The window design is specified by the developer. Unfortunately, we no longer have any flexibility there. Window widths are limited due to the lintels, yes, but sill heights are less so. The more fixed the windows, the more advisable it is to visit the kitchen forum early on.
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Bertram10024 Apr 2020 14:23Yes, I can imagine that you don’t understand why the cooktop is sometimes used as a countertop, especially with a kitchen island at least 3m (10 feet) long.