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Adaptable Living Spaces With Insulated Panels And Efficient Rainwater Systems

Author:
Monika Ebrahimi
Adaptable Living Spaces With Insulated Panels And Efficient Rainwater Systems

Project in-detail

Utilizing insulated panels and efficient rainwater systems, the design offers flexible living solutions that seamlessly integrate communal spaces with sustainable practices.
5 key facts about this project
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Utilizes Kingspan SIPs for superior insulation and thermal efficiency.
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Features an adaptable facade that allows for seasonal modulation of light and privacy.
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Incorporates a rainwater harvesting system tailored to the site's environmental conditions.
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Includes extensive communal spaces designed for social interaction and community engagement.
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Embodies a bent A-frame design that optimizes structural integrity and aesthetic appeal.

## Overview

The Morph architectural design project is located near Varna, Bulgaria, on a site characterized by underutilized land that offers potential for community development. This housing prototype aims to address diverse user needs while promoting sustainable living through its adaptable design. By focusing on flexibility within a compact footprint, Morph seeks to provide a meaningful alternative to conventional housing models, allowing residents to engage with both their immediate environment and the broader community.

### Design Philosophy and User-Centric Approach

The design centers on the principle of flexibility, enabling modifications in space configuration according to user preferences and seasonal changes. Standardized dimensions for key areas, such as kitchens and bedrooms, ensure functionality and ease of use. A careful arrangement of private and communal spaces enhances interaction among residents, fostering a sense of community. Architectural features such as adjustable facade elements allow residents to control the level of privacy and openness, effectively linking indoor and outdoor living.

### Materiality and Sustainability

Morph utilizes innovative materials targeted at enhancing energy efficiency and environmental sustainability. This includes the Kingspan TEK Building System, which employs structural insulated panels that comply with Passive House standards, and the Kingspan Quadcore LEC Insulated Wall Panels that improve air-tightness and reduce energy loss. The design also incorporates a rainwater harvesting system and strategically placed skylights to maximize daylighting, further contributing to the project's eco-friendly objectives. Collectively, these elements support a long-term vision for sustainability while optimizing the building's structural performance.

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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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