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An Adaptive Mixed-Use Complex with Integrated Greenhouse Facades

Authors:
Maria Turcu, Mihai Mitrică, Alina Măldărescu, Alina Lixeanu
An Adaptive Mixed-Use Complex with Integrated Greenhouse Facades
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Incorporating vertical gardens and green façades, the design enhances urban connectivity and sustainability while providing multi-functional spaces for offices and public interaction.
5 key facts about this project
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Integrates green façades that enhance building aesthetics and air quality.
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Incorporates vertical gardens accessible from multiple office levels.
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Features a varied façade with semi-opaque and transparent panels for effective light control.
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Includes a rainwater harvesting system for irrigating interior plant life.
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Promotes urban integration through a passage connecting to Verdi Park.

The project located in northern Bucharest offers a conceptual response to the needs of a growing urban area. It emphasizes sustainability and a strong connection with the environment. The design consists of several volumes of different heights, allowing for a diverse range of uses while enhancing the surrounding urban landscape. By distributing architectural elements, the building improves spatial flow and creates dynamic interactions among its parts.

Façade Integration

The façade is a key element in the design, showcasing greenhouses that provide both beauty and function. These greenhouses help control the amount of sunlight entering the building while also improving its thermal performance. Integrating natural features not only enhances visual appeal but also encourages occupants to connect with their surroundings in a more meaningful way.

Spatial Configuration


Accessibility is a primary consideration in the layout. Generous vertical circulation spaces make movement between levels easy and promote interaction. Public areas, like exhibition spaces, conference rooms, and dining areas, are strategically placed throughout the building. This arrangement supports a variety of activities, catering to both community and business needs.

Panel Design and Performance

The façade includes panels with varying opacity, designed to respond to different sunlight conditions throughout the day. This thoughtful design allows for effective heat management while also maintaining views. The mix of materials enhances thermal performance and adds character to the building, creating an engaging visual experience.

Structural Framework

A strong framework of beams, columns, and reinforced concrete slabs provides stability and durability. The design incorporates vertical cores and radial beams to improve the overall structural integrity. This creates open spaces that can adapt to various functions. The result is a balanced structure that delivers both strength and visual interest.

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The Kingspan MICROHOME 2026 competition invites architects and designers worldwide to rethink small-scale living by creating an off-grid, modular micro dwelling under 25 m². Now in its 11th edition, the contest emphasizes sustainable, innovative, and human-centered design that demonstrates how compact living can have a big impact.

With a €100,000 prize fund, entries will be evaluated for originality, efficiency, and their response to contemporary environmental and social challenges. The competition is open to everyone, with submissions allowed individually or in teams of up to four. Registration closes on 30 September 2026, and winners will be announced on 15 December 2026.

By celebrating creativity within strict limits, MICROHOME 2026 continues to push the boundaries of compact architecture and sustainable living.

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