ᐅ Single-family house with a side entrance – floor plan discussion?
Created on: 12 Aug 2014 08:45
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torsan
Hello forum members!
I’m sharing a floor plan here for discussion! It’s a single-family house with a side entrance. Due to its position on the plot – entrance from the east – this seemed to us the most optimal location for the front door.
On the floor plan, north is at the top.
The house will have a knee wall height of 1.25 m (4.1 feet) and a roof pitch of 40°. It will feature a flat-roof dormer. Overall, there will likely be about 150 sq m (1,615 sq ft) of living space.
What I’ve noticed or would still like to change:
Ground floor
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1. I would prefer the kitchen in the lower right corner, i.e., in the southeast. However, I’m concerned that the room might become too small because of the cloakroom. We are considering installing a sliding door as a divider.
2. The current kitchen area on the floor plan would then merge into the living area.
3. Does it make sense to separate the heating system and utility room? Unfortunately, I have no idea how large a heating unit (air heat pump) is and whether having a wall between these spaces is a good idea.
Upper floor
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4. Bathroom: This is the only space upstairs that immediately catches my eye. What do you think, is it workable with the sloped ceiling, or is the slope annoying? I’m not really happy with this and would appreciate your opinions.
Thanks in advance for your feedback,
Torsan
I’m sharing a floor plan here for discussion! It’s a single-family house with a side entrance. Due to its position on the plot – entrance from the east – this seemed to us the most optimal location for the front door.
On the floor plan, north is at the top.
The house will have a knee wall height of 1.25 m (4.1 feet) and a roof pitch of 40°. It will feature a flat-roof dormer. Overall, there will likely be about 150 sq m (1,615 sq ft) of living space.
What I’ve noticed or would still like to change:
Ground floor
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1. I would prefer the kitchen in the lower right corner, i.e., in the southeast. However, I’m concerned that the room might become too small because of the cloakroom. We are considering installing a sliding door as a divider.
2. The current kitchen area on the floor plan would then merge into the living area.
3. Does it make sense to separate the heating system and utility room? Unfortunately, I have no idea how large a heating unit (air heat pump) is and whether having a wall between these spaces is a good idea.
Upper floor
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4. Bathroom: This is the only space upstairs that immediately catches my eye. What do you think, is it workable with the sloped ceiling, or is the slope annoying? I’m not really happy with this and would appreciate your opinions.
Thanks in advance for your feedback,
Torsan
Oki doki! After the floor plan revealed several weaknesses, we will start over again.
But I have to admit, I’m a bit frustrated. However, it’s better to restart now than to be dissatisfied later. As a layperson, it is really difficult to work on and assess unfamiliar topics.
Thanks again to everyone, torsan
But I have to admit, I’m a bit frustrated. However, it’s better to restart now than to be dissatisfied later. As a layperson, it is really difficult to work on and assess unfamiliar topics.
Thanks again to everyone, torsan
Hello Torsan,
Most points have basically already been covered, so I won’t repeat them.
I’m curious about who created this floor plan. Did you hire a (proper) architect?
If so, why haven’t your requests—which aren’t particularly complex—been taken into account?
Why are some measurements missing, as well as the 2-meter (6 ft 7 in) height line on the upper floor? For example, the living room seems very narrow to me, and the room proportions feel off (large kitchen, narrow living room, leftover corner space).
With a knee wall height of 125 cm (49 inches), I’m puzzled by the location of the bathroom window... it probably won’t fit in the gable if it’s supposed to be at a normal height and should be omitted.
By the way, I understand why the entrance area might not be placed at the back of the house (the entrance is an invitation, is the foyer and should, if possible, be visible from the street). Also, a window facing the street or the yard would always be my preference.
Most points have basically already been covered, so I won’t repeat them.
I’m curious about who created this floor plan. Did you hire a (proper) architect?
If so, why haven’t your requests—which aren’t particularly complex—been taken into account?
Why are some measurements missing, as well as the 2-meter (6 ft 7 in) height line on the upper floor? For example, the living room seems very narrow to me, and the room proportions feel off (large kitchen, narrow living room, leftover corner space).
With a knee wall height of 125 cm (49 inches), I’m puzzled by the location of the bathroom window... it probably won’t fit in the gable if it’s supposed to be at a normal height and should be omitted.
By the way, I understand why the entrance area might not be placed at the back of the house (the entrance is an invitation, is the foyer and should, if possible, be visible from the street). Also, a window facing the street or the yard would always be my preference.
Hello!
We met again with our architect and started from scratch. The result is a floor plan that my wife and I like and that will be built as designed.
We won’t be posting it because it would be hard for me to handle if someone suggested good changes that can no longer be implemented.
And yes, I am very, very sure there will be good ideas here!
Best regards, tosan
We met again with our architect and started from scratch. The result is a floor plan that my wife and I like and that will be built as designed.
We won’t be posting it because it would be hard for me to handle if someone suggested good changes that can no longer be implemented.
And yes, I am very, very sure there will be good ideas here!
Best regards, tosan
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bratwurst10 Jan 2015 19:55Too bad, me too
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