Floor plan discussion based on existing thread

Budget: So I see more around 140m² rather than 160m² for the two upper floors. In addition, we are located in a very rural area where people still know and help each other well. We have acquaintances in most trades where we sometimes only pay for the materials and will do a lot of work ourselves. We hope to manage with 500k, but are currently waiting for the exact costs from the architect. If necessary, we might have to increase the budget a bit, which is doable.

I have to admit that I find it somewhat incomprehensible that you position these strong slopes so deep without it being necessary. Hence the question about the heights. That in turn affects the square meters and so you probably end up with different sqm numbers. So let’s wait and see what actually comes out in the end. Many try to promote the idea of doing work themselves here. Experience shows that very few actually manage it. I would also advise you not to plan too much for that and especially not to count on regular help from friends or relatives.

Distance rules: As far as I know from the architect, the neighboring municipality only needs to be approved by the community. After first inquiry, there is no fixed rule and we only have to stay "somewhat" away from the street. The architect wanted to plan it that way and clarify it finally.

That could still get interesting. If the community just approves it as currently envisaged, okay. But if not (which is usually to be expected), it will set off a chain of consequences that should not be underestimated.

Reference point height: After the architect’s inquiry with the municipality, the definition is actually not clear. In agreement with the municipality, we plan to use the average value of the four corner points of the house as the reference point.

Ah, well that’s something.

Planned is to build with pumice stone.

Mmh, why is that? That wouldn’t be my first choice due to water and because you hardly find a company that usually builds with it.

The question is just how you’re supposed to clean that...

Little to none. The rain does it for you. :)

Regarding the roof, the current plan foresees a roof pitch of 30°, which, together with the max. ridge height of 8m, means that the space under the roof cannot have sufficient height to make it usable as living space.

It can be planned differently!

Or do you mean that the basement should be omitted for that?

Definitely!

The same applies to you regarding the budget, also with own work:
https://www.hausbau-forum.de/threads/grundstueck-einfamilienhaus-neubaugebiet.45350/

Install skylights that provide brightness. The only question is how to clean them...

They clean themselves.

Hey Katja,

thanks for your further comments

I have to admit that it is somewhat incomprehensible to me that you place this strong slope so deep without it being necessary. Hence the question about the heights. This in turn affects the square meters and so you probably end up with different square meter figures. So let's wait and see what actually comes out in the end.

Attached you will find a representation of the roof slope, which I forgot to attach. I actually find the slopes quite acceptable, or what do you think?

Mmh, why is that? It wouldn't be my first choice because of water and because you can hardly find a company that usually builds with it.

Ultimately because the architect suggested it and recommends it, his shell builder would be available from summer and uses this stone. How critical do you see the water issue? Should we really consider changing the stone here?

If the municipality approves it as currently planned, okay. But if not (which is usually to be expected), then it triggers a chain reaction that should not be underestimated.

Correct, but I’d like to take the topic up again. Maybe I or the architect can clarify that with the municipality in advance before we have the chain reaction.

Little to none. The rain takes care of that for you. :)

Ok, then I think that would be a good solution to get light into the hallway area.

The same applies to you regarding the budget as stated here, also with own contributions:

Hi ypg,

I’d also like to take up the budget topic again. We are curious about what costs the architect will hopefully name next week. Then we’ll have to react accordingly or not.
I understand your concerns…

best regards

The windows were only really finalized at the last appointment; not all are included in the draft. A window is planned both in the guest WC and in the storage room.

So, in summary: - The presented draft is incomplete - Costs have not yet been determined, but the budget is very limited for the size - Nevertheless, you are discussing the final implementation of a draft that has not been shown:

We would be very happy if we could still take something with us before the draft is finally implemented and the financing is completed.

Seems odd to me...

The knee wall would be too small for me at a 30-degree roof pitch. Is the height pushed to the limit like this?

I don't know anyone who has installed the [stone]. That alone would increase my skepticism. What do others in your area build with?