What a budget of 1 million or more makes possible
Short answer: From 1 million euros, the freely designed villa or the individual architect house takes centre stage: generous floor plans over several levels, high-quality materials and comprehensive, integrated building services. In sought-after locations, the plot can account for a considerable part of the total budget — which is why we consider the house price, plot and additional construction costs separately. All figures are to be understood as ranges, as of 2026.
At this magnitude, the fittings determine the price more strongly than the pure floor space: material quality, building services, smart home integration and comfort elements such as a pool, wellness area or lift. Whether a freely designed villa, an architect house or a precisely manufactured premium prefab house with individual customisation — all routes are viable.
What the step up to 1 million provides: from €750,000 compared with from €1 million.
| Aspect | From €750,000 | From €1 million |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | predominantly freely designed | individual villa, clear design language |
| Living space | very generous | generous, often several levels |
| Comfort elements | pool, wellness, lift possible | several elements can be combined |
| Plot | defining in prime locations | often a considerable share of the budget in prime locations |
Level of fittings from 1 million: architecture, technology & plot
The following overview assesses what is typical within this budget — as range statements, not as a firm commitment. The specific scope always results from your design, the location and the chosen manufacturer.
Level of fittings from 1 million euros — architecture, technology, comfort and the plot relation as range statements.
| Area | What is typical from 1 million |
|---|---|
| Architecture | a freely designed villa or architect house; large-format glazing, a high-quality façade, individual floor plans over several levels |
| Technology | comprehensive building services with a heat pump, ventilation and photovoltaics; smart home integration; a high efficiency and comfort standard |
| Comfort | comfort elements such as a pool, wellness area or lift, feasible individually or combined |
| Plot relation | in prime locations the plot can account for a considerable part of the total budget; in rural regions more budget flows into the house |
Concrete models in this price bracket
Individual planning instead of a list price
Houses of 1 million euros or more are offered almost exclusively as freely designed and without a published list price. For a robust assessment, we recommend the curated selection houses from €500,000 and personal consulting.
Planning a building project of 1 million or more deliberately
- Calculate the house price, plot and additional construction costs separately — in prime locations the plot often dominates.
- Choose an architectural route: a freely designed villa, an architect house or a customised premium prefab house.
- Define the level of fittings precisely: materials, building services and comfort elements significantly shape the price.
- Plan comfort and special wishes early: a pool, wellness or lift affect the structural engineering, technology and floor plan.
- Set an energy concept: high efficiency, a heat pump, photovoltaics and a smart home lower operating costs.
- Structure the financing carefully and secure it with a sufficient reserve.
Note: plot prices and fitting wishes vary greatly — only an individual comparison and personal consulting provide reliable figures.
Onward in the premium segment
Concrete models with prices are shown by houses from €500,000, the intermediate level is assessed by houses from €750,000. All price brackets are bundled by prefabricated houses by budget, and the entire premium section by the exclusive building section.
Personal premium consulting
Discreet, non-binding and tailored to your budget: in a calm conversation we assess the architecture, plot, fittings and financing of your project and put together suitable manufacturers.
