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Cantilevered Glass Form Featuring Reinforced Concrete and Adaptive Exhibition Spaces

Author:
Tomasz Twaróg
Cantilevered Glass Form Featuring Reinforced Concrete and Adaptive Exhibition Spaces

Project in-detail

A cantilevered upper structure of glass and aluminum hovers above preserved brick elements, creating adaptable exhibition spaces that celebrate the evolution of the internet within the historic context of North Woolwich.
5 key facts about this project
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A cantilevered glass structure enhances the sense of openness while minimizing the building's visual weight.
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The design retains and integrates historic brick from the original railway station, preserving local heritage.
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Adaptive exhibition spaces are designed to accommodate changing digital themes and community engagement.
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Sustainable features include green roofs that contribute to urban biodiversity and energy efficiency.
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Accessibility is prioritized with thoughtful pathways and ramps, ensuring inclusivity for all visitors.

## Overview

Located in North Woolwich, the London Internet Museum project aims to commemorate the evolution of the internet while integrating modern architectural design with historical context. The design contrasts the historic railway station with a contemporary structure, highlighting the intersection of past narratives and current digital interactions. This approach fosters a dialogue between traditional and modern elements, emphasizing the internet's role as a transformative force in society.

## Architectural Form and Functionality

The design features an angular, cantilevered upper structure that provides a striking visual character, representing the transient nature of technology. The weightless appearance of this element encapsulates themes of innovation and progression. This contemporary massing contrasts with the traditional brick facade of the railway station, signaling a juxtaposition of established historical narratives with the dynamics of digital culture.

The functional layout includes educational spaces dedicated to workshops, flexible exhibition areas for varied themes, and public interaction zones that foster community engagement. Incorporating outdoor terraces and viewing platforms enriches the user experience, offering opportunities for visitors to reflect on both the exhibits and the surrounding environment.

## Material Selection and Sustainability

The choice of materials is integral to the museum's design, employing reinforced concrete for structural stability, extensive glass for natural light and transparency, and aluminum panels for a modern aesthetic. Retained brick from the railway station provides historical warmth and context.

Sustainability features in the design focus on climatic responsiveness, with the upper structure facilitating passive solar heating in winter and minimizing heat gain in summer. Green roofs and terraces enhance urban biodiversity, indicating a commitment to ecological responsibility while contributing positively to the building's environment. The design also prioritizes accessibility, incorporating ramps and lifts to ensure inclusive navigation 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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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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Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 25 September 2025

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