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Bamboo Facade With Vertical Community Hubs in Urban Landscape

Authors:
Bruno Paschmann, Christoph Zacharski
Bamboo Facade With Vertical Community Hubs in Urban Landscape

Project in-detail

Incorporating a bamboo facade and modular social hubs, the design promotes community interaction while offering a sustainable living solution in an urban context.
5 key facts about this project
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Bamboo facade adapts for environmental protection and aesthetics.
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Modular social hubs designed to encourage resident interaction.
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Built with sustainable materials focused on durability and longevity.
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Integrated community loggias incorporate gardening and greenery.
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Vertical layout maximizes space efficiency in an urban environment.

BAMBU is an architectural project that explores the relationship between nature and urban life, situated within a busy cityscape. Inspired by the growth patterns of bamboo, the design reflects ideas of modular construction and community engagement. It aims to create a blend of residential and communal spaces that enhance the living experience of its residents.

Concept Development
- The concept behind BAMBU is based on mimicking the rapid vertical growth of bamboo, which is characterized by modular and repetitive structural phases. This design strategy not only ensures the stability of the building but also creates diverse spaces within it. By incorporating social hubs on several floors, the project encourages interactions among residents, fostering a sense of community even in a tall structure.

Facade Design
- The facade acts as a dynamic element of the building, adapting as construction progresses. It features an organic appearance that protects against environmental factors while providing visual cohesion reminiscent of bamboo’s structure. The segmented design, with its distinct nodes and internodes, serves as both a visual element and a practical feature, aiding in the building's response to wind and sunlight.

Interior Functionality
- The interior spaces in BAMBU are crafted to enhance natural light and comfort. The modular floor plan allows for flexible uses, providing residents with areas for living and working. Accessible community loggias incorporate greenery and gardening options, prompting outdoor interactions and strengthening the link between inside and outside spaces.

Material Consideration
- The materials used in BAMBU include wood, specifically bamboo, along with glass and steel. These materials are chosen for their durability and sustainability, fitting the project’s ecological approach. The inclusion of bamboo not only reinforces the structural design but also highlights the aim to incorporate natural elements into urban living.

The design creates an inviting atmosphere where occupants can engage with their surroundings. Large windows and open spaces connect residents to the urban landscape, enhancing the overall experience of living where nature and architecture converge.

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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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