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Bamboo Facade and Concrete Shell Create a Flexible Cultural Hub for Fashion Education

Authors:
Patric Ifurung, Sorayos Chuenchomphu, Abel Garcia, Ivan Laguna
Bamboo Facade and Concrete Shell Create a Flexible Cultural Hub for Fashion Education

Project in-detail

The integration of a bamboo facade with a robust concrete shell defines a new approach to creating an adaptable space for fashion education and community interaction in Bangkok.
5 key facts about this project
01
The design incorporates a bamboo facade that enhances natural ventilation and reduces energy consumption.
02
Flexible studio spaces allow for diverse educational functions and collaborative projects.
03
The building's form is inspired by the traditional Thai garment, promoting adaptability in design.
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Ground-level communal areas encourage public engagement and interaction with the local community.
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Use of locally sourced materials emphasizes sustainability and supports the regional economy.

### Overview

Located in the Pathum Wan District of Bangkok, the Sabai Fashion Institute serves as an educational facility for fashion studies and acts as a community hub. The design reflects a vision that connects fashion, education, and public engagement while integrating into the urban environment. Its strategic position adjacent to the BTS Ploen Chit station enhances accessibility for both students and the local community, reinforcing its role within the vibrant urban fabric.

### Architectural Strategies

**Material Use**
The building's structural framework primarily utilizes concrete, providing both strength and design fluidity. Bamboo accents feature prominently in the façade and interior, promoting sustainability through the use of locally-sourced materials. Extensive glazing facilitates natural light penetration and fosters a relationship between indoor and outdoor spaces.

**Spatial Organization**
The architectural form is distinguished by undulating lines reminiscent of natural topography, achieved through folding and creasing techniques associated with fashion design. The design incorporates varied heights and open spaces, creating an engaging flow for users as they navigate through classrooms, studios, and communal areas. Flexible interior layouts accommodate diverse functions, including collaborative studio environments and areas for exhibitions, thereby supporting both educational and cultural engagement within the community.

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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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