Bauexperte
2012-03-08 11:49:31
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Hello,
Yes, I often have to smile as well
The little man is "thrilled" because it will be a new adventure for him and: a construction site is the best adventure playground ever
Our children mostly grew up in rented houses; I don't think they missed anything, because in reality other things matter more than the question "do the parents own the house" or not?
That is also normal, the question of room size only really arises – if at all, because even small rooms can be arranged very cleverly and cozily – when they reach puberty. Then it won't be long before they take their own lives more or less into their own hands; whether through studying (who knows today where they will get a study place or what subject they will choose) or subsequent training, or, or, or...
The statement based on your question is, in my opinion, due to society’s current mindset in its present form. On the other hand, some statements here are also not unjustified, because there really are people who – without rose-colored glasses – should postpone building their own home for a few more years; low interest rates or not – long-term secured existence is more important than reputation in the eyes of probably self-appointed preachers for homeownership!
As for your actual statement, I do not at all find 140 sqm to be too small; especially considering that in the foreseeable future only 2 people – apart from occasional overnight guests – must keep and live in the entire area clean. It is much more a question of clever planning.
I have attached the perspective of a classic "country house" (total: pure living space 130 sqm according to DIN) and the associated attic which we will soon build in the Neuss district. The pure living area in the attic is 59.69 sqm, the room "Guest" is a placeholder for the planned 2nd child, the walls of the central "Play" room will be built in lightweight construction. This way, on one hand, we have taken precautions that the next pregnancy could also bring twins, and secondly, space is "reserved" for a possible later expansion of the rooms "Anna" and/or "Guest" and yet an appealing layout is achieved, which also allows a small air space above the entrance on the ground floor. The loft above the attic will be used exclusively as storage space in this specific case, since the building will be realized on a slab; the building will be built with clinker bricks.
This planning was preceded by many discussions with the builders, especially with our architect, because the different working hours, peculiarities, and ideas of the future residents also had to be brought "under one roof."
Therefore, I would recommend you to free yourself from statements probably coming from friends or acquaintances and pursue your goal, because no one will voluntarily pay out of their own pocket for your bigger space. Very important: You need a creative architect who plans the room layout according to your life situation and does not arrange your life situation around a standard house model.
One more thing. You wrote in one of your earlier replies that the monthly burden would be the decisive factor for you. That is usually correct. Find independent financial advice, then your building project should be put on a solid foundation and perhaps at the same time make room for one or two extra square meters or additional wishes.
Best regards
Actually, I can only laugh about this discussion anymore.
Yes, I often have to smile as well
I loved living in my own home. Also as a child. Our almost 4-year-old is slowly understanding that we want to build and is already thrilled.
The little man is "thrilled" because it will be a new adventure for him and: a construction site is the best adventure playground ever
Our children mostly grew up in rented houses; I don't think they missed anything, because in reality other things matter more than the question "do the parents own the house" or not?
Our children still share a ridiculous 16 sqm children's room. And you know what: they really have a lot of nice toys and where do they spend the whole day? Where I am too: in the kitchen, in the living room... Almost never in their room!
That is also normal, the question of room size only really arises – if at all, because even small rooms can be arranged very cleverly and cozily – when they reach puberty. Then it won't be long before they take their own lives more or less into their own hands; whether through studying (who knows today where they will get a study place or what subject they will choose) or subsequent training, or, or, or...
I also wonder what is supposed to be small about a 140 sqm house.
The statement based on your question is, in my opinion, due to society’s current mindset in its present form. On the other hand, some statements here are also not unjustified, because there really are people who – without rose-colored glasses – should postpone building their own home for a few more years; low interest rates or not – long-term secured existence is more important than reputation in the eyes of probably self-appointed preachers for homeownership!
As for your actual statement, I do not at all find 140 sqm to be too small; especially considering that in the foreseeable future only 2 people – apart from occasional overnight guests – must keep and live in the entire area clean. It is much more a question of clever planning.
I have attached the perspective of a classic "country house" (total: pure living space 130 sqm according to DIN) and the associated attic which we will soon build in the Neuss district. The pure living area in the attic is 59.69 sqm, the room "Guest" is a placeholder for the planned 2nd child, the walls of the central "Play" room will be built in lightweight construction. This way, on one hand, we have taken precautions that the next pregnancy could also bring twins, and secondly, space is "reserved" for a possible later expansion of the rooms "Anna" and/or "Guest" and yet an appealing layout is achieved, which also allows a small air space above the entrance on the ground floor. The loft above the attic will be used exclusively as storage space in this specific case, since the building will be realized on a slab; the building will be built with clinker bricks.
This planning was preceded by many discussions with the builders, especially with our architect, because the different working hours, peculiarities, and ideas of the future residents also had to be brought "under one roof."
Therefore, I would recommend you to free yourself from statements probably coming from friends or acquaintances and pursue your goal, because no one will voluntarily pay out of their own pocket for your bigger space. Very important: You need a creative architect who plans the room layout according to your life situation and does not arrange your life situation around a standard house model.
One more thing. You wrote in one of your earlier replies that the monthly burden would be the decisive factor for you. That is usually correct. Find independent financial advice, then your building project should be put on a solid foundation and perhaps at the same time make room for one or two extra square meters or additional wishes.
Best regards