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Charred Shingles And Fire-Resistant Concrete Create Safe Housing For Natural Disaster Resilience

Author:
Pers Nihad Noori Noori
Charred Shingles And Fire-Resistant Concrete Create Safe Housing For Natural Disaster Resilience

Project in-detail

With a structure of charred wooden shingles and fire-resistant concrete, this home is designed to provide safety and resilience against natural disasters while ensuring a comfortable living environment.
5 key facts about this project
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Utilizes charred wooden shingles for enhanced fire resistance and aesthetic appeal.
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Employs cross-laminated timber panels for structural efficiency and sustainability.
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Incorporates a bent A-frame design to minimize wind resistance.
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Features an integrated solar energy system for reduced energy dependence.
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Designed for adaptability to various natural disaster scenarios.

## Project Overview

The Safty House project addresses the growing challenges posed by natural disasters by creating a residential structure designed to withstand events such as earthquakes, tornadoes, and floods. Located in an area characterized by diverse climatic conditions, the design prioritizes safety and resilience while promoting sustainability. The aim is to establish a reliable living environment that combines practical functionality with thoughtful architectural design tailored to the needs of its inhabitants.

### Spatial Strategy and Design Elements

The design employs a unique arrangement of rounded, dome-like structures that contrasts with traditional rectangular buildings. This architectural form enhances airflow and minimizes wind resistance, contributing to both structural integrity and environmental comfort. The ground floor plan features a circular layout that fosters community interaction among its residents, with designated areas for common use, including a living hall, kitchen, and bedrooms. The layout allows for versatile spatial configurations to accommodate varying lifestyles.

### Materiality and Sustainability

Material selection plays a critical role in the project, emphasizing durability and ecological responsibility. Key materials include fire-resistant concrete for foundational strength, metal sheeting for structural support, and pallet wood cladding for insulation and aesthetics. The integration of sustainable elements, such as solar panels for energy generation and climate control systems, further enhances the building's environmental efficiency. The use of solid wood throughout the structure ensures both strength and flexibility, supporting the overall design intent of resilience against natural threats.

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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

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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