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Aquaponics-Integrated Community Spaces Featuring Bamboo Framing and Natural Ventilation

Author:
Vladimir Yaskevich
Aquaponics-Integrated Community Spaces Featuring Bamboo Framing and Natural Ventilation

Project in-detail

Incorporating aquaponics systems and bamboo framing, the design creates a sustainable living environment that fosters community interaction while effectively addressing water management and energy efficiency.
5 key facts about this project
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Aquaponics systems utilize recycled water, promoting efficient resource management.
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Bamboo framing provides structural integrity while offering a sustainable material option.
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Natural ventilation is optimized through strategically placed openings and patios.
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Ornate mashrabiya screens enhance privacy and environmental performance.
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A partially subterranean layout reduces energy consumption and integrates with the landscape.

## Overview

The OASIS project is located in an arid region of the Arabian Peninsula and is designed to address both environmental challenges and cultural heritage. The intent behind the architecture is to create a compact sustainable ecosystem that promotes social interaction among residents while providing a connection to nature. Key design elements include strategic land utilization, enhanced natural light and ventilation, solar energy integration, and sophisticated water management.

## Spatial Strategy and User Experience

The architectural layout is organized into distinct public and private zones, facilitating a balance between communal and individual living experiences. Living spaces are oriented to open onto shared patios, encouraging family interactions while maintaining personal privacy in separate areas. This community-centric design is further reinforced by the incorporation of internal water features and gardens, which contribute to a tranquil atmosphere and enrich the living environment. The integration of two patios—one communal and one private—enhances airflow and natural light, ensuring comfort throughout the space.

## Materiality and Sustainability

The materials selected for the OASIS project reflect a commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency. Structural components made from renewable bamboo and wood provide warmth and aesthetic appeal, while solar cell fabrics are utilized for shading and energy generation. Thermal insulation is achieved through the use of clay and shoretcrete, allowing for effective temperature regulation within the building. Additionally, vegetation is strategically incorporated through green roofs and vertical gardens to support local biodiversity and create microclimates, enhancing both ecological function and visual appeal.

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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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