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Asymmetrical Tent Roof With Wood Shingles Creates Connection to Nature

Author:
Tom Schreiner
Asymmetrical Tent Roof With Wood Shingles Creates Connection to Nature

Project in-detail

The asymmetrical tent roof, clad in wood shingles, seamlessly integrates with the landscape while providing multifunctional spaces for community gathering and engagement.
5 key facts about this project
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The tent-shaped roof design enhances natural light while providing weather protection.
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Wood shingles and steel-glass components create a distinctive material contrast.
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Individual foundations adapt to uneven terrain, minimizing site disturbance.
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Interior spaces blend openness with privacy, facilitating diverse functions.
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An organically curved staircase connects levels while promoting movement through space.

The design is situated within a landscape that merges modern structure with natural elements. It operates as both an active social space and a peaceful retreat, created to enhance the user experience through careful spatial planning. The concept focuses on establishing meaningful connections between the building and its environment, inviting visitors to engage deeply with both.

Roof Form and Structure

A notable aspect of the design is the tent-shaped roof, which uses asymmetrical angles to shape the interior space. This roof includes a mix of closed, wood-clad sections and glazed areas that allow natural light to penetrate the interiors. The roof's profile adds visual appeal and encourages a connection between indoor activities and the outdoors, breaking down traditional barriers.

Material Choices

The exterior surface features wood shingles paired with a steel-glass façade. This combination reflects a practical approach, balancing strength and design. The use of galvanized steel for the load-bearing components enhances stability while creating a minimalist aesthetic. The untreated wooden flooring adds warmth, harmonizing with the natural surroundings and inviting a more relaxed atmosphere.

Spatial Configuration

Interior spaces are designed with a thoughtful mix of openness and privacy. Visitors experience a fluid transition as they move from the base area up to the gallery via an organically curved staircase. This design not only connects the different levels but also supports the experience of the overall space. Well-placed lighting features highlight architectural details, further enriching the environment and guiding movement throughout the building.

Foundation and Site Integration

The foundation is built on individual footings that adapt to the site’s uneven terrain. This approach respects the natural layout of the land, ensuring that the design remains connected to its context. Each element thoughtfully contributes to the overall experience, where visitors feel a clear blend of structure and nature. The result is a space that is both engaging and soothing, encouraging exploration and reflection.

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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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