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Charred Timber Facade With Red Steel Accents Creates A Community Spa And Bar Experience

Authors:
Tamás János Herczeg, János Vági
Charred Timber Facade With Red Steel Accents Creates A Community Spa And Bar Experience

Project in-detail

A facade of charred timber and bold red steel encases a thoughtfully designed community space that combines a spa and bar, fostering both relaxation and social connectivity within its natural setting.
5 key facts about this project
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A unique facade blends charred wooden shingles with red steel accents, enhancing durability and aesthetic appeal.
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The bent A-frame design promotes natural light penetration and scenic views throughout the interior.
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Sustainability is prioritized through the use of locally sourced materials, minimizing environmental impact.
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Adaptive spaces within the design allow for versatile use, catering to various community events and functions.
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Large glass windows strategically frame the surrounding landscape, connecting indoor activities with nature.

## Overview
The "Red Carpet" project is located in a picturesque environment, chosen for its natural beauty, possibly situated in a mountainous or arctic region. The design aims to establish a meaningful relationship with the landscape while offering a space that encourages both communal interaction and personal reflection. Using the metaphor of a red carpet as an inviting threshold, the architecture integrates functionality with symbolism, creating an area that fosters contemplation alongside luxurious experiences.

## Spatial Strategy
The building is organized across two levels to enhance user engagement and interaction. The upper level accommodates a beer tasting bar and spa, featuring expansive glass windows that provide uninterrupted views of the surrounding landscape, thereby merging indoor activities with outdoor scenery. In contrast, the lower level, which contains the lobby and service areas, is partially embedded within the site. This strategic design minimizes visual impact while enhancing a sense of seclusion and tranquility. The spatial configuration promotes visual connectivity between the two levels, facilitating interaction while maintaining distinct programmatic elements.

## Materiality and Sustainability
The project emphasizes a thoughtful selection of materials that contribute to both aesthetic appeal and environmental stewardship. Reinforced concrete serves as the primary structural element, ensuring durability. Burnt wood is utilized in flooring and ceiling applications, providing warmth and a connection to nature, while red-colored steel prominently features in the façade, creating a striking visual impact. Extensive glass use allows for abundant natural light, enhancing the sense of openness. The design incorporates sustainable principles, including a green roof that assists with insulation and blends seamlessly into the landscape, reinforcing the building's integration with its environment.

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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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