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Charred Wood Elements and Glass Facades in a Multi-Level Community Space

Author:
carlo ricci
Charred Wood Elements and Glass Facades in a Multi-Level Community Space

Project in-detail

Incorporating charred wooden shingles and expansive glass facades, the design seamlessly integrates functional community spaces with elements that enhance environmental sensitivity.
5 key facts about this project
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Incorporates charred wooden shingles for enhanced durability and aesthetic integration.
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Features a bent A-frame design that maximizes interior space and natural light.
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Utilizes cross-laminated timber panels for structural efficiency and sustainability.
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Integrates landscaped outdoor areas with communal gathering spaces for user interaction.
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Incorporates energy-efficient systems designed to minimize environmental impact.

### Project Overview
"The Rule of Balance" is strategically situated in a contextually rich urban or semi-urban landscape, aiming to achieve harmony among structure, nature, and community interaction. The design investigates equilibrium through thoughtful integration of architectural elements, ensuring that functionality aligns with aesthetic appeal.

### Material and Structural Distinction
The project utilizes a diverse range of materials to define its character and performance. Reinforced concrete provides foundational strength while maintaining a minimalist aesthetic, while glass is employed to enhance transparency and foster connections with the natural environment. Steel contributes to the structure's modern appeal, facilitating expansive interiors through its framing capabilities. Noteworthy features include atriums that promote air circulation and light penetration, alongside roof decks that serve as informal gathering spaces with panoramic views, emphasizing interaction with the surroundings.

### Community-Oriented Design
The architectural layout encompasses various functional areas that facilitate social engagement. A café and bookshop are positioned to attract foot traffic, embedding cultural elements within the space. Projection rooms enable exhibitions and presentations, thus encouraging educational interactions. Additionally, the inclusion of a private garden and reflective elements foster contemplative experiences. The spatial organization promotes community connection through strategically placed plazas and circulation routes, enhancing the sense of belonging among users. The design also reflects consideration for sustainability, integrating eco-friendly practices in material selection and energy efficiency, tailored to local climatic and cultural contexts.

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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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