ᐅ When is the right time to consult a home designer and start comparing quotes?
Created on: 8 Nov 2021 13:08
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sonnenallee
Hello!
We plan to build in about 1.5 to 2 years. However, we want to start looking around and gathering information now from the potential prefabricated house providers about what is possible and what costs we can expect (we understand that today’s prices won’t be the same as tomorrow’s ;-))
When did you roughly begin visiting the different providers?
We plan to build in about 1.5 to 2 years. However, we want to start looking around and gathering information now from the potential prefabricated house providers about what is possible and what costs we can expect (we understand that today’s prices won’t be the same as tomorrow’s ;-))
When did you roughly begin visiting the different providers?
sonnenallee schrieb:
The development plan basically outlines how construction is allowed—what regulations need to be followed, and so on. If you don’t yet have the exact dimensions of the plot, it’s obviously difficult.
We’ve already requested some brochures. I really like a house from Wolf. We visited a similar model home. It’s just too big for us. That’s why I asked the Wolf consultant if the house can be made smaller. He replied that it’s possible and suggested we come in for a meeting.
I’m just wondering if it makes sense now or if we should wait until we have the land.
On the other hand, I think it helps to get an idea if it’s feasible and what the price range looks like.Whether it’s feasible is something you’ll need to decide. As a rough guideline for the house itself: 2,500 € * sqm (square meter) plus additional construction costs of 30,000–50,000 € (euro). Then add landscaping, kitchen, furniture, flooring. That will give you a rough overall price for the house. Multiply your net household income (after debts/loans) by 108. That will give you a rough overview of whether you can afford it.
If you find a house you like and want to build it, talk to the construction company. It doesn’t cost anything. But don’t let anyone pressure you. Avoid signing preliminary contracts promising lower prices, etc.
About a year ago, we started preparing. We looked at a few options and then weighed them carefully.
We spoke with an architect and contacted two construction companies.
Then we visited several show homes. In September 2019, we went to an open house event and signed the contract.
After that, we waited for the building permit / planning permission. Construction started in May 2020. The house was handed over in December. 😎
We spoke with an architect and contacted two construction companies.
Then we visited several show homes. In September 2019, we went to an open house event and signed the contract.
After that, we waited for the building permit / planning permission. Construction started in May 2020. The house was handed over in December. 😎
sonnenallee schrieb:
We already requested some catalogs. I really like a house from Wolf. We’ve already visited a similar model home. It’s simply too big for us. That’s why I asked the Wolf consultant if the house could be made smaller. He replied yes, that’s possible; we should come in for a meeting. Don’t reduce a catalog house just because you like it but it’s too large. Either choose a smaller catalog house and, if needed, enlarge it. If that doesn’t work, plan a custom design. Reducing functional and cost-calculated prototype plans is technically and economically unwise. Laypeople have no idea how little many house sellers understand the industry. In conversation, “almost anything” seems possible, because these people don’t know the technical backgrounds and limitations. After signing, there’s no rescuing the situation, at best you can limit the damage.
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sonnenallee8 Nov 2021 15:08Thanks for the tip!
He meant that there are certain grids or patterns used to determine where reductions can be made so that the structural integrity is still maintained afterwards.
He meant that there are certain grids or patterns used to determine where reductions can be made so that the structural integrity is still maintained afterwards.
As 11ant already mentioned, talk to the construction company beforehand. We also modified an existing design. It was easy to implement because we simply moved one wall further back. This eliminated a covered terrace and made the interior rooms larger. It cost “zero” extra. Since the walls were already positioned similarly before anyway.
sonnenallee schrieb:
He said that there are certain grids used to determine where to reduce size so that it fits the structural requirements afterwards.No. Planning grids have nothing to do with structural engineering, but explaining that in detail would be too extensive. The assumption that grid steps correspond to safe reduction increments is a misconception, which roughly matches the average half-knowledge level of house salespeople. Besides, prefabricated houses have not been strictly tied to planning grids for quite a long time (about 30 years), as they are now made to measure.https://www.instagram.com/11antgmxde/
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