Hello everyone,
My wife (23) and I (27) bought a plot of land some time ago that we plan to build on in the next few years. We don’t have children yet, and since we are still quite young, the topic is still open, but we would like to include two children’s rooms in the plan.
The particular challenge of the plot is that it is located on a steep slope. The length along the building line is 34m (112 feet), and the depth in the middle is about 36m (118 feet). Over the entire depth, it rises approximately 12m (39 feet). Parallel to the building line, the road runs about 6m (20 feet) away. There is no zoning plan/building permit (planning permission), the building line must be adhered to, and the neighboring buildings are a single-family house and a multi-family house with different roof ridge directions. The lower part of the plot (where the building is planned) is somewhat flatter than the upper part.
The ground condition is partly rock (BK6), which is why my idea was to build only a half-basement. The intervention into the slope should be kept as small as possible, so I have imagined a narrow and long building volume. The first sketch ended up at about 7.5 x 14.5m (25 x 48 feet). A garage or carport is not planned; with a half-basement as in my sketch, I could also imagine using the "hobby" area as a carport with a suitable canopy.
To the east is the valley; the view is quite decent, so the seating window is planned there in my sketch. To the south, there are trees and bushes, as this is the edge of the village with no further buildings.
Below is the completed questionnaire:
Zoning Plan/Restrictions
Plot size: 1,244m² (13,386 sq ft)
Slope: yes, steep, elevation difference 12m (39 feet) over 36m (118 feet) depth
Site coverage ratio -
Floor area ratio -
Building framework, building line and boundary: building line parallel to the street
Edge development
Number of parking spaces: 2
Number of storeys: no specifications, I think 2 full storeys are feasible, the attic will probably not be a full storey
Roof shape: I am a fan of the classic gable roof. Since east/west has a rather low pitch because of photovoltaics, max. 35°
Architectural style:
Orientation:
Maximum height/limits:
Further requirements:
Client Requirements
Style, roof shape, building type: modern gable-roof house in the style of Alpine architecture with a wooden facade
Basement/floors: half-basement due to slope, otherwise we wouldn’t need a basement
Number of residents, age: 2 adults, 23 and 27, possibly 2 children planned
Space requirements on ground and upper floors: all rooms should be on the ground floor so that living on one level is possible (except children’s room/office)
Office: family use or home office? One home office space must be included
Guests sleeping per year: -
Open or closed architecture: open
Conservative or modern construction:
Open kitchen, kitchen island: either is fine. The kitchen/dining area should be the center; an island or peninsula would be nice but is not a must. That’s why the kitchen is placed on the south side in the sketch.
Number of dining seats: 4-6
Fireplace would be a dream
Balcony, roof terrace: not needed
Garage, carport: not needed
Utility garden, greenhouse: -
Further wishes/special features/daily routine, including reasons for choices or exclusions:
House Design
Designer:
- Do-it-yourself
What do you like particularly? Why?
What do you not like? The staircase arrangement and the knee wall require a dormer; it would probably be simpler and cheaper to raise the knee wall to normal wall height and make the roof less steep.
An alternative I could also imagine would be to omit the attic completely and install 2 children’s rooms in the basement.
Price estimate from architect/planner: -
Personal price limit for the house including fittings: a difficult topic, I would prefer not to discuss it here. I am a master carpenter myself and will do a lot of the work myself (timber frame construction completely with straw insulation, roof, window installation, drywall, interior clay plaster, partial heating-plumbing-electric, facade, outdoor works). I am aware this will take time; we have no rush and some experience in this area.
Preferred heating technology: air-to-water heat pump with underfloor heating, photovoltaics
If you have to give up on which details/installations:
- can you do without: we don’t need much space; it should be comfortably usable, especially with regard to traffic routes and doors for our age.
- can you not do without:
What is the most important/basic question about the floor plan, summarized in 130 characters?
I really don’t like the attic; either the stairs must be changed or the knee wall raised to 2m (6.6 feet). I like the stairs in the ground and basement floors.
The site plan shows the neighboring buildings and the steepness of the slope. The drawn plan was not implemented.
The sketch represents initial ideas and can be completely discarded. On the north side, no or hardly any windows should be planned. On the one hand, the neighboring house is close to the boundary; on the other, for energy reasons.
Please excuse the poor quality of the site plan; I can have a blank one without the old plan prepared next week.
I look forward to all suggestions and critical comments.
My wife (23) and I (27) bought a plot of land some time ago that we plan to build on in the next few years. We don’t have children yet, and since we are still quite young, the topic is still open, but we would like to include two children’s rooms in the plan.
The particular challenge of the plot is that it is located on a steep slope. The length along the building line is 34m (112 feet), and the depth in the middle is about 36m (118 feet). Over the entire depth, it rises approximately 12m (39 feet). Parallel to the building line, the road runs about 6m (20 feet) away. There is no zoning plan/building permit (planning permission), the building line must be adhered to, and the neighboring buildings are a single-family house and a multi-family house with different roof ridge directions. The lower part of the plot (where the building is planned) is somewhat flatter than the upper part.
The ground condition is partly rock (BK6), which is why my idea was to build only a half-basement. The intervention into the slope should be kept as small as possible, so I have imagined a narrow and long building volume. The first sketch ended up at about 7.5 x 14.5m (25 x 48 feet). A garage or carport is not planned; with a half-basement as in my sketch, I could also imagine using the "hobby" area as a carport with a suitable canopy.
To the east is the valley; the view is quite decent, so the seating window is planned there in my sketch. To the south, there are trees and bushes, as this is the edge of the village with no further buildings.
Below is the completed questionnaire:
Zoning Plan/Restrictions
Plot size: 1,244m² (13,386 sq ft)
Slope: yes, steep, elevation difference 12m (39 feet) over 36m (118 feet) depth
Site coverage ratio -
Floor area ratio -
Building framework, building line and boundary: building line parallel to the street
Edge development
Number of parking spaces: 2
Number of storeys: no specifications, I think 2 full storeys are feasible, the attic will probably not be a full storey
Roof shape: I am a fan of the classic gable roof. Since east/west has a rather low pitch because of photovoltaics, max. 35°
Architectural style:
Orientation:
Maximum height/limits:
Further requirements:
Client Requirements
Style, roof shape, building type: modern gable-roof house in the style of Alpine architecture with a wooden facade
Basement/floors: half-basement due to slope, otherwise we wouldn’t need a basement
Number of residents, age: 2 adults, 23 and 27, possibly 2 children planned
Space requirements on ground and upper floors: all rooms should be on the ground floor so that living on one level is possible (except children’s room/office)
Office: family use or home office? One home office space must be included
Guests sleeping per year: -
Open or closed architecture: open
Conservative or modern construction:
Open kitchen, kitchen island: either is fine. The kitchen/dining area should be the center; an island or peninsula would be nice but is not a must. That’s why the kitchen is placed on the south side in the sketch.
Number of dining seats: 4-6
Fireplace would be a dream
Balcony, roof terrace: not needed
Garage, carport: not needed
Utility garden, greenhouse: -
Further wishes/special features/daily routine, including reasons for choices or exclusions:
House Design
Designer:
- Do-it-yourself
What do you like particularly? Why?
What do you not like? The staircase arrangement and the knee wall require a dormer; it would probably be simpler and cheaper to raise the knee wall to normal wall height and make the roof less steep.
An alternative I could also imagine would be to omit the attic completely and install 2 children’s rooms in the basement.
Price estimate from architect/planner: -
Personal price limit for the house including fittings: a difficult topic, I would prefer not to discuss it here. I am a master carpenter myself and will do a lot of the work myself (timber frame construction completely with straw insulation, roof, window installation, drywall, interior clay plaster, partial heating-plumbing-electric, facade, outdoor works). I am aware this will take time; we have no rush and some experience in this area.
Preferred heating technology: air-to-water heat pump with underfloor heating, photovoltaics
If you have to give up on which details/installations:
- can you do without: we don’t need much space; it should be comfortably usable, especially with regard to traffic routes and doors for our age.
- can you not do without:
What is the most important/basic question about the floor plan, summarized in 130 characters?
I really don’t like the attic; either the stairs must be changed or the knee wall raised to 2m (6.6 feet). I like the stairs in the ground and basement floors.
The site plan shows the neighboring buildings and the steepness of the slope. The drawn plan was not implemented.
The sketch represents initial ideas and can be completely discarded. On the north side, no or hardly any windows should be planned. On the one hand, the neighboring house is close to the boundary; on the other, for energy reasons.
Please excuse the poor quality of the site plan; I can have a blank one without the old plan prepared next week.
I look forward to all suggestions and critical comments.
What is your budget?
I would plan the carport next to the house to manage the slope. Plan the outdoor area now. Think more as a family. Throughout the house, it feels like a young couple is building.
Plan the basement as living space and skip the attic. If possible, a full basement. Place building services, storage, and a workspace underground, with an entrance including a cloakroom (which you currently lack entirely). Upstairs, have the living area with open gables.
The technical layout looks very tight. Cloakroom is missing. The staircase seems too short; measurements are missing. Bedroom: where will a baby bassinet or crib go? Suitable for aging depends on design. You have a straight staircase; stairlifts are available. Bathroom: a bathtub is missing. Years ago, I almost moved in without a bathtub, but my father uses it for pain relief, and you won’t stay that young forever. I would also plan a guest toilet. The bathroom is private, and sometimes there are things you don’t want everyone to see. The living area feels somewhat narrow. There should be about 4m (13 feet) between the sofa and the TV.
The children’s rooms upstairs are small. Try furnishing them. I would consider placing them in the basement instead. Keep in mind that some children aged 6 still have restless sleep, come to their parents’ room, or have nightmares.
The sunken terrace in the outdoor area will be shaded. Plan a play area or pool area, a utility garden or barbecue spot, and a third terrace for sunbathing. Heavy machinery will be needed before the house is built.
I would plan the carport next to the house to manage the slope. Plan the outdoor area now. Think more as a family. Throughout the house, it feels like a young couple is building.
Plan the basement as living space and skip the attic. If possible, a full basement. Place building services, storage, and a workspace underground, with an entrance including a cloakroom (which you currently lack entirely). Upstairs, have the living area with open gables.
The technical layout looks very tight. Cloakroom is missing. The staircase seems too short; measurements are missing. Bedroom: where will a baby bassinet or crib go? Suitable for aging depends on design. You have a straight staircase; stairlifts are available. Bathroom: a bathtub is missing. Years ago, I almost moved in without a bathtub, but my father uses it for pain relief, and you won’t stay that young forever. I would also plan a guest toilet. The bathroom is private, and sometimes there are things you don’t want everyone to see. The living area feels somewhat narrow. There should be about 4m (13 feet) between the sofa and the TV.
The children’s rooms upstairs are small. Try furnishing them. I would consider placing them in the basement instead. Keep in mind that some children aged 6 still have restless sleep, come to their parents’ room, or have nightmares.
The sunken terrace in the outdoor area will be shaded. Plan a play area or pool area, a utility garden or barbecue spot, and a third terrace for sunbathing. Heavy machinery will be needed before the house is built.
D.S._ schrieb:
modern gable roof house inspired by Alpine architecture with wooden facade
Partial basement due to slope, otherwise we would not need a basement First of all, thanks for the drawings. A few more dimensions would have been helpful, but hand sketches are already a relief. Conceptually, you seem quite knowledgeable; that’s pretty good. Homeowners in their mid-30s to 40s often have much less understanding of the potential of their plot.
Alpine architecture, good keyword—this reminds me of a reading recommendation: two threads by @philipok
https://www.hausbau-forum.de/threads/efh-suedhang-grundrissplanung-tipps.30106/
https://www.hausbau-forum.de/threads/efh-suedhanglage-auf-900-m-ue-nn.30651/
https://www.instagram.com/11antgmxde/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/bauen-jetzt/
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Pitigliano7 Jan 2022 19:05ypg schrieb:
P.s. I've probably never seen a building plot with such a steep slope on a site planWell, it’s still manageable. I see 3m (10 feet) within the building envelope. That’s roughly the height of one story.Similar topics