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Biocompatible Structures Enhanced by 3D-Printed Soil Materials Along the Trans-Siberian Route

Author:
Alberto T. Estevez
Biocompatible Structures Enhanced by 3D-Printed Soil Materials Along the Trans-Siberian Route

Project in-detail

Employing 3D-printed soil materials and biocompatible structures, the design creates multifunctional pit stops along the Trans-Siberian Railway, emphasizing sustainability and adaptability in remote locations.
5 key facts about this project
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Utilizes local soil as a primary material for 3D printing, reducing transportation costs and environmental impact.
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Incorporates a dynamic lighting system that adapts to surrounding environmental conditions for energy efficiency.
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Features biocompatible structures that promote interaction with the natural landscape and support sustainability.
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Emphasizes curvilinear designs that mimic organic forms, enhancing aesthetic appeal and user experience.
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Offers modular assembly capabilities, allowing flexibility in function and design based on location and needs.

### Overview

Situated along the Trans-Siberian Railway, the Biodigital Revolution project celebrates the centennials of both the railway's inception and the Russian Revolution. The initiative aims to create a series of pit stop stations that integrate biological and digital elements, reflecting a contemporary architectural practice that merges historical significance with innovative design methods. The project seeks to connect travelers with the landscape and heritage of the region while providing essential services along this critical transit route.

### Spatial Strategy and Functionality

The proposed pit stops are designed as multifunctional installations that prioritize user experience and adaptability. Each station includes defined functional zones such as information counters, retail spaces, and rest areas to accommodate a variety of needs, enhancing comfort for travelers. The spatial layout promotes flexibility, allowing the spaces to adjust based on the dynamic flow of passengers and freight, ultimately supporting different functions throughout the day.

### Materiality and Sustainability

The design incorporates a diverse range of materials to ensure both durability and aesthetic appeal, with significant emphasis on sustainability. Utilizing 3D printing technologies, components are fabricated from local soil and biocompatible materials, minimizing environmental impact. The integration of Betalytics provides an energy-efficient lighting system that adapts to natural light conditions, enhancing the buildings' operational efficiency while promoting an environmentally conscious architecture. Furthermore, the modular design reflects demographic variations, allowing each pit stop to respond effectively to its urban surroundings.

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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

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Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 25 September 2025

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