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Blue Timber Pillars Supporting Community Huts for Poetic Reflection

Authors:
Paula Bloma, Mufaddal Nagree
Blue Timber Pillars Supporting Community Huts for Poetic Reflection

Project in-detail

Constructed with blue timber pillars, the design forms a harmonious blend of individual and communal huts that support creative expression for poets in Pavilosta's coastal landscape.
5 key facts about this project
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Huts are designed to resemble boats in a port, enhancing thematic connection to the maritime culture.
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Central pillars serve as masts, providing structural support while functioning as navigational signals at night.
03
Areas between huts are intentionally designed for communal activities, fostering collaboration among residents.
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Blue timber pillars serve both aesthetic and practical purposes, displaying artistic works and supporting various activities.
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The layout includes an open stage for performances, encouraging social interaction and creative expression.

Located in the fishing village of Pavilosta, the design serves as a creative space for poets while honoring the area's maritime history. The overall concept revolves around arranging individual huts like boats anchored in a port. This layout creates a peaceful environment for reflection and artistic work and fosters community through shared spaces among residents.

Architecture Concept

The design balances private and communal areas, allowing poets to connect with nature while encouraging collaboration. The huts are placed intentionally to provide quiet space for individual creativity. In contrast, common areas are designed for social interaction, creating a lively atmosphere where ideas can flow and be exchanged.

Structural Features

One of the notable elements is the main mast or pillar within each hut, which provides structural support. This feature is not purely aesthetic; it carries the roof's weight while functioning as a night-time navigational signal. This dual purpose emphasizes both the practicality and symbolism of the structure, linking architecture to its maritime context.

Materiality

Timber plays a significant role in the project, reflecting traditional building methods from the region. Each hut is crafted from treated wood, ensuring longevity while showcasing local craftsmanship. This choice of material ties the project to its historical roots and promotes sustainable practices, aligning with environmental considerations.

Design Details

The blue timber pillars found in the spaces between huts serve multiple functions. They act as supports for various activities, including displaying poems or hanging laundry. These elements enhance connections to maritime culture and add to the visual coherence of the design, creating an environment that feels inspiring and supportive for both individuals and the community as a whole.

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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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Final registration deadline 25 September 2025

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