daniels87
2015-07-13 08:01:35
- #1
Hello!
We have bought a plot of land and will start building the house next year.
Since we are in the planning phase, I am wondering how costs can already be reduced during the planning stage.
The house is on an absolutely level ground, sandy and rather dry soil. New development area - fully serviced.
Construction method: ground floor + attic with underfloor heating EDIT: and controlled residential ventilation, whether with basement will be decided once we have concrete offers.
180m² are planned. Completely without dormers, etc.
The floor plan is basically already fixed. A hallway running straight through the house from the east-facing front door and leading without a door into a large room (living/dining/kitchen). Its orientation is southwest. It should be nice and bright there with large windows and 1-2 doors to the terrace. On the ground floor there is also a toilet, utility room, pantry, and a fitness room.
Upper floor: 2 children’s rooms, 1 small bathroom, a large bathroom open to the bedroom, and a dressing room.
Now to my questions:
1. Roof shape: so far a flat (25 degrees) gable roof is planned. Is there anything speaking against this? (In terms of durability/costs?)
2. In this region, brick construction is usually the standard. So it will probably make sense to build like that. Kfw70 is targeted. More doesn’t really make sense if better insulation has to be bought at high cost, right?
3. Does a heat pump make sense with 180m² and Kfw70? Since we would very much wish for a fireplace in the living area, we considered a pellet stove with a water circuit and an external air connection. The idea behind this is to support the heat pump somewhat during the cold season.
4. Where else can costs be saved upfront through proper planning? The staircase is straight, in the bathroom we don’t want an ornate tile design (actually only on the floor, except of course in the shower). Outside, the driveway should only be gravelled. I know that from neighbors/friends and like it. Since we don’t care about expensive cars at all, there will probably be just 2 carports.
5. Building will probably not be done by a general contractor, since I have many craftsmen among friends and acquaintances who will also install what I want (no overpriced tiles/doors/bath fittings, without being bound to certain suppliers) and above all, I know that the work will be done properly!
6. According to the development plan, the ground may be raised by 1 meter. Does it make sense to distribute the excavation material in the garden when building a basement? (As I said, very sandy, loose soil)
There are more questions, but I can’t think of any at the moment. :rolleyes:
Best regards,
Daniel
We have bought a plot of land and will start building the house next year.
Since we are in the planning phase, I am wondering how costs can already be reduced during the planning stage.
The house is on an absolutely level ground, sandy and rather dry soil. New development area - fully serviced.
Construction method: ground floor + attic with underfloor heating EDIT: and controlled residential ventilation, whether with basement will be decided once we have concrete offers.
180m² are planned. Completely without dormers, etc.
The floor plan is basically already fixed. A hallway running straight through the house from the east-facing front door and leading without a door into a large room (living/dining/kitchen). Its orientation is southwest. It should be nice and bright there with large windows and 1-2 doors to the terrace. On the ground floor there is also a toilet, utility room, pantry, and a fitness room.
Upper floor: 2 children’s rooms, 1 small bathroom, a large bathroom open to the bedroom, and a dressing room.
Now to my questions:
1. Roof shape: so far a flat (25 degrees) gable roof is planned. Is there anything speaking against this? (In terms of durability/costs?)
2. In this region, brick construction is usually the standard. So it will probably make sense to build like that. Kfw70 is targeted. More doesn’t really make sense if better insulation has to be bought at high cost, right?
3. Does a heat pump make sense with 180m² and Kfw70? Since we would very much wish for a fireplace in the living area, we considered a pellet stove with a water circuit and an external air connection. The idea behind this is to support the heat pump somewhat during the cold season.
4. Where else can costs be saved upfront through proper planning? The staircase is straight, in the bathroom we don’t want an ornate tile design (actually only on the floor, except of course in the shower). Outside, the driveway should only be gravelled. I know that from neighbors/friends and like it. Since we don’t care about expensive cars at all, there will probably be just 2 carports.
5. Building will probably not be done by a general contractor, since I have many craftsmen among friends and acquaintances who will also install what I want (no overpriced tiles/doors/bath fittings, without being bound to certain suppliers) and above all, I know that the work will be done properly!
6. According to the development plan, the ground may be raised by 1 meter. Does it make sense to distribute the excavation material in the garden when building a basement? (As I said, very sandy, loose soil)
There are more questions, but I can’t think of any at the moment. :rolleyes:
Best regards,
Daniel