Small Rectangle Cabin - 55m2 (587 sq ft)
Small Rectangle Cabin - 55m2 (587 sq ft)
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This includes:
- A Detailed Floor Plan, which shows all relevant measurements.
- Elevations of the front, left side, back and right side of the building.
- A Draft Engineering Plan, which you can easily give to a local engineer to finalize.
- Bonus CAD file included that is compatible with Google Sketchup or AutoCAD software.
All files are instant downloads and come as PDF documents, except for the CAD file which is a .skp or .dwg file type. You can view what the documents look like in the product images. You can also select if you want this design with a flipped layout or with a wheel chair ramp.
Estimated Materials Cost:
Europe - €20 000 EUR
United States - $19 000 USD
Australia - $28 000 AUD
(Estimates are not including the costs of an electrical and a water system)
Need help with anything? Simply contact us if you want this design modified, or if you need any questions to be answered. We understand building can be a little complex but where here to help and no question is a dumb question.
Plans come in millimeters and meters as default but if you want your plans in feet and inches just message or email us after you have purchased and we'll send them through with the changed measurements.
Easily swap out the brick piers on this design for steel posts, concrete blocks or another type of pier if that's what you prefer. You can also get creative with the design in any way that you want for example painting the exterior or any other non structural changes.
This design can be used for private or commercial use. You can use it for things like a rental property, as an Airbnb, for use as a design in a holiday park, or just for private use.
Other Things to Consider Before Building
Orientation
It is highly important to consider the path of the sun throughout the day in summer and winter. Doing this will optimize natural light, improve energy efficiency and create a comfortable living environment.
Termite or Other Bug and Insect Protection
To protect against this you can do things like soil treatments, use certain materials that are resistant to termites or do regular inspections of the building to ensure there are no infestations.
Electrical and Water Systems
Take into consideration the utilities that are available on your site and decide what's best for you depending on what's available. An electrical plan should be designed by a qualified electrician and a plumbing plan should be designed by a qualified plumber.
Drainage and Grading
Proper drainage is essential to prevent water damage and flooding. Ensure that the site is graded away from the dwelling's foundation, and install gutters and downspouts to direct water away from the structure.
Soil Conditions
Different soils have varying properties, which affect the ability to support the building. The building foundations should be designed by an engineer and be based on the site specific soil conditions, taking into account depth of fill soils, bearing strength and reactivity of the founding soils. This information is found by having a soil test completed on the site by a geotechnical engineer.
Plumbing Articulation
Any building services that transition from the building into the natural ground should be appropriately articulated by an engineer to suit the site soil reactivity. This is to ensure that over time if there is slight movement in the soil it won't damage or break the connections that are going into the ground.
Site Plan
This will most likely be required for building approval. The documentation standards will vary depending on your location, some places will require this to be done by a licensed professional and others will just accept it as long as its up to a certain standard. Talk to your local building authority to find out more.
Anything Else
It is essential to talk to a local professional to get advice tailored specifically to your site. As each site can vary significantly there may be other things to take into consideration.