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Charred Wood Cladding and Glazed Facades in a Collaborative Union Hall Design

Authors:
Jorge Francisco Guevara, Preston T Chen, Ronaldo Regalado, Matthew Michael Kingston
Charred Wood Cladding and Glazed Facades in a Collaborative Union Hall Design

Project in-detail

Incorporating charred wood cladding and expansive glazed facades, the design fosters a collaborative environment for the performing arts community within a functional union hall.
5 key facts about this project
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Charred wooden shingles provide both aesthetic appeal and weather resistance.
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Extensive use of cross-laminated timber enhances structural performance and sustainability.
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The building features a bent A-frame design, creating dynamic interior spaces.
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Glazed facades facilitate natural light while fostering visual connectivity to the outdoors.
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Native landscaping integrates the building with its desert environment, promoting ecological sensitivity.

## Project Overview
The International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) Union Hall is located in Las Vegas, Nevada. The design reflects the collaborative spirit of the performing arts community while engaging with the city's vibrant atmosphere. The facility aims to foster communication among users and provide adaptable spaces for a variety of functions, including administrative work and social gatherings.

## Spatial Strategy and Functionality
The spatial organization emphasizes openness and compartmentalization, allowing for multifunctional areas that facilitate interaction. The lobby serves as a central gathering space with high ceilings and ample natural light, while various sized meeting rooms accommodate both small discussions and large symposiums. Offices promote user collaboration through strategic window placements, and multi-purpose spaces, including a kitchen and large meeting hall, support diverse activities. Outdoor areas such as courtyards and terraces enrich the user experience by providing settings for relaxation and informal interactions.

## Materiality and Environmental Integration
Material selection plays a critical role in the project's philosophy. Extensive use of glass in the façade ensures transparency and a connection to the natural surroundings, while concrete serves as a durable structural element, contributing a modern aesthetic. Metal cladding enhances the contemporary design and reflects light dynamically, and warm wood finishes create contrast and foster a welcoming atmosphere. Landscaping features native plant species, promoting ecological sensitivity and establishing a smooth transition between built and natural environments. The design also incorporates advanced daylight management techniques, utilizing skylights and expansive glass to optimize natural illumination while minimizing glare.

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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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