ᐅ Corner bungalow: should the terrace be fully or partially covered?
Created on: 7 Jul 2017 20:05
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winnetou78
Hello,
I would like to ask for your help and opinions.
We are building a bungalow with 115 sqm (1236 sq ft) of living space.
It will be an L-shaped bungalow.
Our plan was to fully cover the terrace with the bungalow’s hip roof.
This would create a terrace measuring 5.00 by 4.60 meters (16.4 by 15.1 feet).
The terrace faces southwest.
The living and dining area, about 35 sqm (377 sq ft), faces the terrace.
This room has one window or door opening onto the terrace measuring 1.80 by 2.13 meters (5.9 by 7.0 feet) and another door opening about 0.80 by 2.13 meters (2.6 by 7.0 feet).
In addition, there are two windows facing west, each measuring 1.00 by 1.26 meters (3.3 by 4.1 feet).
The architect has now suggested in the preliminary design to make the roof a Dutch hip roof (gablet roof) for aesthetic reasons.
This would reduce the covered terrace area to 2.75 by 4.60 meters (9.0 by 15.1 feet).
To me, that seems almost too small, and I thought our original idea was more practical for usability during events and gatherings.
My partner suddenly worries that the original design might result in too little natural light entering the room.
Is that really the case? I would appreciate your help with this.
All the people we know so far have recommended choosing the larger terrace.
It’s difficult — after all, this is meant to last forever.
Best regards,
Daniel
I would like to ask for your help and opinions.
We are building a bungalow with 115 sqm (1236 sq ft) of living space.
It will be an L-shaped bungalow.
Our plan was to fully cover the terrace with the bungalow’s hip roof.
This would create a terrace measuring 5.00 by 4.60 meters (16.4 by 15.1 feet).
The terrace faces southwest.
The living and dining area, about 35 sqm (377 sq ft), faces the terrace.
This room has one window or door opening onto the terrace measuring 1.80 by 2.13 meters (5.9 by 7.0 feet) and another door opening about 0.80 by 2.13 meters (2.6 by 7.0 feet).
In addition, there are two windows facing west, each measuring 1.00 by 1.26 meters (3.3 by 4.1 feet).
The architect has now suggested in the preliminary design to make the roof a Dutch hip roof (gablet roof) for aesthetic reasons.
This would reduce the covered terrace area to 2.75 by 4.60 meters (9.0 by 15.1 feet).
To me, that seems almost too small, and I thought our original idea was more practical for usability during events and gatherings.
My partner suddenly worries that the original design might result in too little natural light entering the room.
Is that really the case? I would appreciate your help with this.
All the people we know so far have recommended choosing the larger terrace.
It’s difficult — after all, this is meant to last forever.
Best regards,
Daniel
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winnetou788 Jul 2017 18:51yvonnebo schrieb:
We are also building an L-shaped bungalow and have consciously decided against a covered terrace. The recent hot days reminded us how much light an awning actually blocks.
Your dining area also seems quite dark to me, and I would prefer the YPG option with a larger window. Maybe even just a door to the terrace instead of two side by side? In that case, reconsider placing a window on the right side.But even if you don’t choose a covered terrace now, you’ll still install an awning, right?
winnetou78 schrieb:
So unfortunately, a floor-to-ceiling window is not possible there.
What if I enlarge the two windows there to 1.25 meters (4 feet 1 inch)?
In that case, I would suggest treating all windows with these dimensions in the same way.
However, the arrangement of these two windows does not serve any purpose inside or outside. They have simply been placed symmetrically in the wall without much planning. Who needs a window above their sofa, and why are they symmetrical when the interior layout isn’t, and the exterior view on the west side is further extended by a section that doesn’t have a window at all?
Therefore, I wouldn’t base the design on these two windows... but that’s just my personal opinion.
Best regards, Yvonne
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winnetou788 Jul 2017 22:37I don’t need it above the sofa, but it will definitely brighten the room, so why should I leave it out. The west wall without a window is meant to reduce noise levels to the adjacent children’s room.
And why treat all windows the same with these dimensions?
It’s just about giving this area more brightness.
And why treat all windows the same with these dimensions?
It’s just about giving this area more brightness.
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winnetou788 Jul 2017 22:39And placing it in without planning beforehand doesn’t seem very considerate to me. We put a lot of thought into it.
winnetou78 schrieb:
But even if you don’t choose a covered terrace now, you’ll still end up adding a retractable awning, right?
No, that’s not planned for the time being.
Currently: full south-facing side of a two-story house
Later: southwest side of a bungalow
The roof including the overhang will therefore come down significantly lower and block some light. Last year, we were at the shell of a bungalow with a 2m (6.5 ft) covered terrace and found it quite dark there as well.
By "plan right" I mean the exterior wall on the north side??? where there is currently no window in the living room.
winnetou78 schrieb:
And placing them without any planning isn’t very considerate, in my opinion.
We put a lot of thought into it.
When a layperson takes on a professional’s task, they have to expect that some things may not be done properly. You shouldn’t be offended if a neutral party points out a few errors.
I assumed that the designer from your homebuilding company followed your lighting preferences and quickly or reluctantly arranged two symmetrical windows there.
Anyway... I don’t think I can help you further. I tend to question things because I notice some issues… and I’m only looking at two rooms… while you feel offended because you put in effort.
Regards, Yvonne
P.S. Effort alone is often not enough.
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