Flat to rent 1 bedroom • 62 m² without real estate, Rhineland-Palatinate

In picturesque Piesport, one of the largest wine-growing communities along the Moselle, a modern apartment building is taking shape on an approximately 765 m² site, impressing both architecturally and in terms of sustainability. The rectangular structure captivates with its clear and straightforward architectural language that highlights the modern design. Spread over two full floors plus an additional level, a total of eight high-quality residential units will be created.

The apartments, ranging from approximately 62 m² to 94 m² of living space, offer generous terraces on the ground floor, extra-wide balconies on the upper floor, and rooftop terraces in the penthouse apartments. Large floor-to-ceiling windows and balconies facing southeast not only guarantee an impressive view of the surrounding vineyards but also create a light-filled atmosphere.

A centrally located elevator provides convenient barrier-free access to the residences. In addition, the building is equipped with a basement that offers residents, in addition to individual storage rooms, a central washing and drying room as well as a large bicycle storage area. The latter is easily accessible via a generously sized elevator, which – besides transporting bicycles – is also suitable for transporting stretchers or patients.

The covered entrance area houses a mailbox protected from the weather and a video intercom system. For the convenience of the residents, ten parking spaces for passenger cars are located right in front of the building. All parking spaces are equipped with the appropriate connections for electric vehicles in accordance with the Building Electromobility Infrastructure Act (GEIG).

A sustainability certification has been applied for with an accredited certification body for this project, aiming to receive the "Sustainable Building" (NH) quality seal. This underlines the building’s ambition to serve as a model not only architecturally but also ecologically and energetically.

Piesport is an idyllic community in the Bernkastel-Wittlich district in Rhineland-Palatinate and is one of the largest wine-growing communities along the Moselle. To cater to its approximately 2,300 inhabitants, the town boasts a supermarket, a bakery and butcher shop, as well as a post office and a bank branch. For larger shopping needs, the neighboring town of Bernkastel-Kues is easily accessible. Medical care is ensured by local general practitioners and dental offices, while specialized treatments are offered at the nearby hospital in Bernkastel-Kues. Although Piesport does not have its own high school, there are good connections to schools in Bernkastel-Kues. In addition to an elementary school, Piesport also offers a local kindergarten for early childhood care.

Overall, Piesport provides a high quality of life with good infrastructure, making it particularly suitable for families and older people.

The apartment building is heated in an environmentally friendly manner by a modern air-source heat pump, which, in combination with the exceptionally well-insulated, airtight building envelope, ensures low heating costs. Highly thermally insulating windows with triple glazing and a thermal-bridge-free construction contribute significantly to minimizing energy consumption. A controlled supply and exhaust ventilation system with heat recovery provides fresh, pleasant air in all living spaces throughout the year without wasting energy.

The extensively greened flat roof, also known as a "green roof," contributes to a more pleasant indoor climate and simultaneously helps reduce energy costs for heating and air conditioning. The layer of plants also acts as natural protection for the roof insulation against weather influences and UV radiation.

Large windows and a clear ceiling height of approximately 2.56 m ensure bright, light-filled living areas. The external shading of the windows is provided by motorized horizontal louvres (Raffstores). These not only protect against direct sunlight but also help keep the heat outside in summer and inside during winter.

The bicycle room located in the basement offers a dry and secure place for bicycle storage. With a depth of 2.10 m, the elevator cab provides sufficient space to easily transport bicycles to the basement.

The wall surfaces of all living areas are covered with a neutral textured wallpaper with medium-grained embossing and painted white. The ceilings are finished with a light-colored paint. Within the apartments, the floor covering in all living rooms consists of vinyl panels in a wood look. The bathrooms receive a tiled finish. White interior doors complement the modern room concept, and the kitchens are already built in.

Due to the airtight building envelope, a vented tumble dryer is not suitable. Instead, condenser or heat pump dryers must be used, as these do not expel air to the outside and thus do not compromise the building's energy efficiency.