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Biophilic Design Featuring Water Elements and Transparent Facades in a Fashion Hub

Authors:
Danwei Wang, Ge Qian
Biophilic Design Featuring Water Elements and Transparent Facades in a Fashion Hub

Project in-detail

Woven into Bangkok's landscape, a biophilic hub integrates glass facades and water features to create a dynamic environment for fashion exhibitions and community engagement.
5 key facts about this project
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Incorporates water features that reflect the beauty of the water lily as a central theme.
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Utilizes glass facades to optimize natural light and aesthetics throughout the building.
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Features a bent A-frame design that enhances structural stability and visual impact.
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Integrates textile elements for flexible exhibition and event spaces within the hub.
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Emphasizes local cultural symbolism through architectural form and material choices.

### Overview
Situated in Bangkok, the fashion hub project is designed to integrate into the urban landscape while reflecting Thailand's cultural identity, symbolized by the water lily, the national flower. This design embodies concepts of nature and fluidity, leveraging architectural elements that celebrate the relationship between the built environment and fashion. Through comprehensive visualizations, site plans, and elevation drawings, the project expresses a contemporary narrative that aligns aesthetics with functionality.

### Design Philosophy
The architectural design is inspired by the structure of the water lily, translating its beauty and resilience into a modern context. The form of the two primary towers mirrors the petals of the flower, creating a visually dynamic facade that interacts with the surrounding environment. Complementing the structural elements, water bodies are incorporated into the urban layout, enhancing the sensory experience for visitors. This approach not only emphasizes beauty but also fosters a connection to nature, enhancing the overall engagement of the site.

### Material Selection
The project strategically employs a range of materials to balance functional performance with aesthetic appeal. Glass is utilized for the facade to ensure transparency and to maximize natural light, highlighting the interplay of shadows throughout the day. Concrete serves as the primary structural element, allowing for innovative organic forms. Steel reinforcement supports slender profiles, while natural stone integrates flooring with water features, reinforcing the theme of nature. Textiles are suggested for exhibition spaces, reflecting the fashion element and providing flexible design solutions.

### Spatial Organization
The spatial configuration accommodates a multifunctional environment tailored for both fashion and cultural experiences. Public areas include exhibition spaces, a forum, and a restaurant, designed to facilitate events and community engagement. Private areas, such as studios and meeting rooms, are thoughtfully positioned to provide serene environments conducive to creative work. A central atrium, featuring water elements, serves as a focal point for gatherings, while the organized layout allows for ample natural light, minimizing reliance on artificial sources and enhancing the well-being of occupants. The project emphasizes a harmonious relationship between indoor and outdoor environments, promoting a sense of tranquility throughout the space.

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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.

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