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Aluminum and Polycarbonate Coffee Kiosk Offering Community Engagement

Author:
Camila Sousa
Aluminum and Polycarbonate Coffee Kiosk Offering Community Engagement

Project in-detail

The lightweight aluminum and polycarbonate structure serves as a flexible coffee kiosk, designed to adapt to various urban environments while fostering community interaction through its inviting space.
5 key facts about this project
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Compact footprint of 2.25 m² allows for efficient use in urban environments.
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Transformable structure accommodates varying operational needs and locations.
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Equipped with wheels for easy relocation and setup in diverse settings.
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Integrated technology promotes social interaction with free Wi-Fi access.
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Designed for single-barista operations, optimizing functionality within limited space.

The KREMM BOX is a contemporary coffee kiosk designed for urban settings. It features a versatile structure that transforms from a basic square shape into a cubic form, making it efficient for small spaces. The kiosk aims to encourage social interaction while providing coffee services, creating a welcoming space for people to gather.

Design Concept

Occupying a compact floor area of 2.25 m², the KREMM BOX offers multifunctional use. It integrates user-friendly features like an illuminated interior and free Wi-Fi, fostering connections among customers. The design supports not just the sale of coffee but also the idea of community, inviting people to spend time together.

Structural Flexibility

When unfolded, the KREMM BOX acts as a complete coffee house that can adapt to different urban environments. It is equipped with wheels, enhancing its mobility and allowing for easy relocation. This adaptability makes the kiosk suitable for various scenarios, from temporary markets to permanent establishments across Europe.

Material Selection

The KREMM BOX is built using lightweight materials such as aluminum, polycarbonate, and wood panels. These selections provide durability while ensuring the structure remains easy to assemble and transport. The overall design balances function and aesthetics, fitting well within a range of urban backdrops.

Functional Interior Layout

Inside the KREMM BOX, essential components are carefully organized to make the best use of the available space. It includes clean water and sewage tanks, a small sink, and sufficient storage areas. With a total cubic volume of 13.5 m², the layout is designed for the efficiency of a single barista, allowing for smooth operations and quality service.

The kiosk's illuminated facade invites people in, offering an engaging presence that stands out on busy city streets.

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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

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Prize 100,000 € + Potential realisation
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 25 September 2025

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