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Bamboo Roofing and Stabilized Earth Blocks in a Community-Centric Learning Space

Author:
Thinina Mohamed Oussaid
Bamboo Roofing and Stabilized Earth Blocks in a Community-Centric Learning Space

Project in-detail

Constructed with bamboo roofing and stabilized earth blocks, the architectural initiative promotes sustainability and community engagement while serving as an educational hub for local students.
5 key facts about this project
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Utilizes bamboo as a primary roofing material for enhanced sustainability.
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Incorporates locally sourced stabilized earth blocks to minimize environmental impact.
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Features a central courtyard designed to foster community interaction and collaboration.
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Employs passive cooling strategies to maximize natural ventilation throughout the spaces.
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Integrates water management systems for effective rainwater harvesting.

## Overview
The HARVEST project is an architectural initiative designed for the Casamance region of Senegal, focusing on sustainability and community enhancement. This project aims to meet both the physical and socio-economic needs of the locality by implementing a low-impact design philosophy that centers on environmental stewardship and community engagement.

## Spatial Organization
The architectural layout features a series of interconnected volumes surrounding a central courtyard, facilitating natural airflow and creating a nucleus for social interaction among students and community members. Multiple functional spaces including classrooms, counseling offices, a canteen, and multipurpose areas promote adaptability for various educational activities while enhancing the overall community spirit. The spatial arrangement encourages inclusivity, aligned with the cultural dynamics of the region.

## Material Selection and Sustainability
The project utilizes locally-sourced materials to minimize its ecological footprint. Bamboo serves as both structural and roofing material, providing lightweight durability and cultural relevance. Stabilized Compressed Earth Blocks (CEB), crafted from local laterite soil, contribute to thermal comfort and sustainability. Additionally, strategically placed stabilized concrete supports ensure structural integrity while indigenous wood elements enhance the design's contextual connection. The project incorporates rainwater harvesting systems and effective ventilation to promote an environmentally friendly operation, aligning with sustainable practices and fostering local economic resilience.

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MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

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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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