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Biomimetic Waveforms Enhanced by Green Roofing and Natural Stone in Community Living Spaces

Authors:
Alexander Herrera-rojas, Katarzyna Ziółkowska
Biomimetic Waveforms Enhanced by Green Roofing and Natural Stone in Community Living Spaces

Project in-detail

Curved structures made from cross-laminated timber panels harmonize with a green roof and natural stone facade, creating versatile community spaces designed for engagement and collaboration.
5 key facts about this project
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Curved building form mimics natural landscape contours.
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Green roof system enhances biodiversity and thermal efficiency.
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Double-height communal space promotes flexible uses and gatherings.
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Natural stone pathways integrate seamlessly with the surrounding environment.
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Charred wooden shingles provide protection while enhancing aesthetic appeal.

## Project Overview
La ComaHIVE is located in an area that emphasizes the connection between architecture and its natural environment, utilizing local topography and climatic conditions to inform its design. The project features an organic form inspired by natural landscapes, reflecting a commitment to sustainability through innovative structural engineering and material selection.

## Spatial Strategy
The building is organized into clearly defined zones across two levels, each catering to distinct community functions. The “Blue Zone” provides hostel accommodations with communal living spaces that foster social interaction. The “Yellow Zone” comprises a flexible multi-use area which can be adapted for various events, while the “Red Zone” features a workshop and bleacher stair atrium, serving as a versatile gathering space. The circulation strategy employs circular pathways that enhance natural light distribution and facilitate movement throughout the structure, promoting engagement among users.

## Materiality and Sustainability
A diverse selection of materials has been carefully integrated into the design to enhance both aesthetic quality and operational effectiveness. Timber is prominently utilized as the primary structural material, emphasizing sustainability while providing warmth. Large glass facades allow ample natural light and maintain visual connections to the external landscape. Steel is incorporated for stability, while natural stone finishes serve to harmonize the building with its environment. Green roofing and living facades contribute to biodiversity and thermal regulation, reflecting the project’s commitment to ecological responsibility.

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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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