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A-Frame Structure Emphasizing Natural Light and Outdoor Integration

Author:
Xavier Duport
A-Frame Structure Emphasizing Natural Light and Outdoor Integration

Project in-detail

The A-frame structure with an emphasis on natural light and outdoor integration offers a modern, adaptable living space that enhances occupant interaction with its surroundings.
5 key facts about this project
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A bent A-frame design enhances structural stability and visual interest.
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Optimized for passive heating and cooling through strategic placement of windows.
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Natural light permeates the interior, creating a bright and open atmosphere.
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Adaptable spaces allow for multifunctional use within the residence.
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Outdoor areas seamlessly connect with the living space, promoting environmental engagement.

FreeLiving, designed by SUNWIND, emphasizes functionality and the connection to nature. The A-frame structure is set within a natural landscape, providing a blend of indoor and outdoor spaces. This design creates a sense of comfort and encourages occupants to engage with their environment, offering a modern living experience that caters to contemporary needs.

A-FRAME DESIGN

The A-frame design features a simple triangular shape. This form adds strength and allows for easy water drainage. Inside, the shape creates open spaces, allowing for versatile use. The straightforward design makes it visually engaging and offers practical benefits, ensuring the home is both attractive and usable.

SPATIAL ORGANIZATION

The layout of FreeLiving improves movement between areas. The open interior encourages fluidity, making it easy for people to transition from one space to another. Each room can serve multiple purposes, accommodating different activities, whether it be relaxing, working, or engaging with family and friends. This adaptability is crucial for modern lifestyles.

ENVIRONMENTAL INTEGRATION

FreeLiving focuses on connecting the interior with the surrounding environment. Large windows let in natural light and provide views of the outside. Strategic placements of these openings also promote airflow, helping to maintain a comfortable living climate. The layout takes advantage of the landscape, making outdoor spaces feel like an extension of the home.

The design includes thoughtful details, like a roofline that captures sunlight. These elements not only enhance the home's appearance but also improve its functionality, creating a living space that values both practicality and the beauty of its surroundings.

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MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

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Competition organisers

The MICROHOME 10 competition invites participants to submit visionary designs for off-grid, modular microhomes that push the limits of sustainable, small-scale living. Organised by Buildner in partnership with Kingspan and Hapi Homes, this tenth edition sets the challenge of designing a dwelling for two people within a maximum floor area of 25 m², encouraging bold solutions adaptable to any urban or rural location. The competition continues Buildner’s mission to foster innovative approaches to compact, energy-efficient housing that can address pressing global challenges.

This year’s edition offers a generous total prize fund of €100,000, including the Kingspan Award for designs that integrate high-performance Kingspan products and the Hapi Homes Award for a project selected for real-world construction. In addition to cash prizes, the winners gain international exposure through Buildner’s media partnerships, publications, and a dedicated MICROHOME magazine, further amplifying their ideas to the wider architectural community.

Key dates for MICROHOME 10 include the closing date for registration on 25 September 2025, the submission deadline on 29 October 2025 (11:59 p.m. London time), and the announcement of winners on 9 December 2025. These milestones ensure participants have clear timelines to develop and present their concepts, with early registration discounts available to support students and emerging designers worldwide.

MICROHOME

Design a new small-scale home concept in the 10th edition of MICROHOME — 100,000 € prize + construction

100,000 € Prize Fund / Kingpsan Edition #10 ideas COMPETITION
Prize 100,000 € + Potential realisation
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 25 September 2025

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