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Brick and Wood Framework Enriching Local Heritage Through Education

Authors:
Alberto Fernandez gonzalez, Cristina Peces moral, María sofía Abarca moebis
Brick and Wood Framework Enriching Local Heritage Through Education

Project in-detail

The integration of a geometric wood frame and original brick elements creates a contemporary structure that enhances educational experiences about local history and nature, while providing dedicated spaces for artists.
5 key facts about this project
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The design incorporates a geometric frame inspired by horse-jumping hurdles.
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The project retains original brick elements to connect with its historical context.
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Dedicated areas integrate educational experiences centered on local equine history.
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Crafted spaces are provided specifically for artists to live and create.
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Natural light is maximized through thoughtful openings and spatial arrangement.

The redesign of the historical building is set in a culturally rich environment, focusing on simplicity and practicality. A geometric arrangement of wood frames defines the new structure, drawing influence from the shape and purpose of horse-jumping hurdles. The building is designed to educate visitors, connecting them with local history and nature while also providing spaces for artistic activities.

Architectural Integration

The project emphasizes the importance of preserving significant aspects of the Omuli School. By retaining the existing brickwork and incorporating an internal wood skin, the design establishes a connection to the site's architectural history. These choices reflect an understanding of the importance of materiality, grounding the new design in its context while accommodating modern uses.

Spatial Organization

Thoughtful organization of space plays a key role in this design. Areas dedicated to the history of local horses and nature are integrated into the layout, offering engaging experiences for guests. Additionally, spaces for artists are included, fostering an environment of creativity and cultural interaction. The overall flow promotes ease of movement, allowing users to navigate the building with comfort.

Light and Geometry

The geometric structure offers both stability and a dynamic quality to the interiors. Generous openings allow natural light to enter, changing the atmosphere throughout the day. The arrangement of spaces is designed for accessibility, enabling all visitors to connect effortlessly with both the interior and the surrounding environment.

The design culminates in multiple outdoor areas that invite exploration, blending the new elements with the landscape and encouraging people to interact with their surroundings.

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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

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Prize 100,000 € + Potential realisation
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 25 September 2025

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