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Central Hub Built with Exposed Concrete and Indoor Landscaping for Flexible Collaboration

Authors:
Irene Palmisano, Giulia Maringelli, Maria Gaia Gnoni, Gaia Macchioni
Central Hub Built with Exposed Concrete and Indoor Landscaping for Flexible Collaboration

Project in-detail

Constructed with exposed concrete and abundant indoor landscaping, the design serves as a central hub that promotes flexible collaboration and community interaction within a multifunctional workspace.
5 key facts about this project
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Constructed with exposed concrete, enhancing durability and modernity.
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Features abundant indoor landscaping to improve air quality and aesthetics.
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Flexible workspaces designed for easy reconfiguration based on user needs.
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Central hub encourages spontaneous collaboration among occupants.
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Integrates natural light through extensive glass elements for a vibrant atmosphere.

### Project Overview
Located in Reggio Emilia, Italy, K-WORKING (Kaizen Hub Mob) is designed as a multifunctional workspace that draws inspiration from local workshops, emphasizing inclusiveness and community engagement. The project aims to adapt to the rapidly changing needs of urban work environments, providing various services and activities in an integrated facility that encourages collaboration and creativity.

### Spatial Strategy
The organization of spaces within K-WORKING reflects a deliberate approach to support both individual and communal activities. Central to the design is the Navel Space, a circular area promoting interaction and flexibility, accommodating diverse functions such as relaxation and collaboration. The building features distinct levels, with a grounded action area for dynamic engagement and an elevated quiet zone for reflection, allowing users to select environments suited to their specific needs. The design includes a variety of workspaces, from private offices to collaborative hubs, facilitating productivity for up to 1,000 individuals.

### Materiality and Aesthetic Cohesion
The selection of materials plays a pivotal role in the project, balancing durability with visual appeal. Exposed concrete predominates the structure, aligning with contemporary architectural trends while providing a robust framework. Transparent glass elements are incorporated to enhance natural light and foster connections with the surrounding environment. Additionally, indoor landscaping introduces greenery, softening the stark concrete and contributing to a more welcoming atmosphere. The interplay of these materials cultivates a harmonious identity that emphasizes both functionality and aesthetic integrity.

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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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