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Adjustable Oak Seats Enhancing Comfort in Transit Spaces

Authors:
Ailin Adelinik, Muhammad Tahir Pervaiz
Adjustable Oak Seats Enhancing Comfort in Transit Spaces

Project in-detail

Adjustable seating made of Oak provides comfort and privacy in transit spaces, enhancing user experience while waiting at busy airports and bus stations.
5 key facts about this project
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Modular seating allows for flexibility in user posture and arrangement.
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Light pigmented Oak is used for durability and warmth in public spaces.
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Adjustable features promote individualized comfort during waits.
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Integrated electrical outlets provide charging options for users.
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Design accommodates both privacy and communal interaction seamlessly.

The design integrates modular seating arrangements within public transit spaces, focusing on locations such as airports and bus stations. Understanding that waiting is a common experience, the aim is to create environments that enhance comfort and functionality. The project seeks to balance social interaction with individual activities like reading, addressing the varied needs of those passing through these busy spaces.

Modular Space for Individuals

This design features modular spaces specifically designed for individuals who prefer solitude and privacy. The seating incorporates adjustable features that allow users to choose their preferred posture. Users can read or relax comfortably, adapting the seating to their needs. Hinge joints enable the seats to fold and unfold easily, promoting flexibility for varied activities.

Modular Space for Groups

Another key aspect is the arrangement for group interactions. These modular spaces cater to different social dynamics. The design starts with single seats that can adapt to personal preferences and expands to configurations with integrated tables and access to electrical outlets, including USB ports. This progression supports a range of activities, from quiet waiting to collaborative work.

Material Selection

The materials used in the project include light pigmented Oak and Ash. These choices offer both functional and aesthetic benefits. The light to medium brown colors create a warm and inviting atmosphere. Additionally, the materials are durable and easy to work with, ensuring that the fixtures can withstand heavy usage typically found in public spaces.

Design Detail

The careful arrangement of spaces reflects a deep understanding of user needs. Zones are defined to accommodate both individual and group settings. The variety of seating options improves comfort and encourages positive interactions. This thoughtful approach illustrates how design can respond to the everyday experiences of people in transit, making public spaces more engaging and user-friendly.

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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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