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Cantilevered Concrete Structure with Transparent Glass Blocks Enhances Urban Community Engagement

Authors:
Miguel Riobó Souto, Gerardo Hernández Perdomo
Cantilevered Concrete Structure with Transparent Glass Blocks Enhances Urban Community Engagement

Project in-detail

Utilizing a cantilevered concrete design paired with transparent glass blocks, the structure serves as a vibrant community hub that fosters engagement and cultural exchange.
5 key facts about this project
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Cantilevered roofs create shaded public spaces while maintaining visual connection with the urban surroundings.
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Transparent glass blocks maximize natural light and foster openness throughout the interior.
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A flexible layout accommodates diverse community activities, including exhibitions and cultural events.
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Sustainability features include solar panels for energy efficiency and natural ventilation systems.
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Design elements promote artistic expression, integrating local artwork within communal areas.

## Project Overview

Located in the center of Casablanca, Morocco, the design of the Casablanca Bombing Rooms addresses the urgent need for cultural, transport, and academic infrastructure within a densely populated urban environment. The project aims to create a multifaceted community hub that reintegrates various social and urban elements, promoting cohesion and interaction among residents.

### Spatial Strategy

The architectural concept emphasizes a deliberate interaction between public and private spaces, fostering communication and engagement amid a backdrop of urban conflict. The design approach includes the deconstruction of traditional architectural forms, thereby enhancing transparency and visibility in the urban context. Public spaces are prominently featured, facilitating community involvement through art, exhibitions, and various social activities. The building’s layout contains flexible spaces, such as exhibition areas and multifunctional rooms, tailored to accommodate a range of civic functions.

### Materiality and Sustainability

The building's facade is characterized by a robust combination of concrete and glass blocks. Concrete provides durability and a contemporary aesthetic, while glass blocks ensure natural light penetrates the interior, enhancing the interplay between the structure and its surroundings. Structurally, the design employs cantilevered roofs and angular geometries, not only providing shade for public areas but also symbolizing the complexities of urban life.

Sustainability is woven into the project through solar panels and natural ventilation systems, promoting energy efficiency and reducing ecological impact. Additionally, the integration of public spaces within the urban fabric addresses the need for accessible areas, reinforcing a holistic approach to urbanism that encourages interaction between nature and community.

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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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