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Charred Wooden Cladding and Bamboo Accents Define an Engaging Community Hub

Authors:
Alyssa Phanitdasack, Alyssa Phanitdasack
Charred Wooden Cladding and Bamboo Accents Define an Engaging Community Hub

Project in-detail

Charred wooden cladding contrasts with natural bamboo accents, creating a cohesive and environmentally responsive space designed to serve as a community hub for education, collaboration, and cultural exchange.
5 key facts about this project
01
Charred wooden shingles provide both aesthetic appeal and fire resistance.
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Cross-laminated timber panels enhance structural integrity while reducing carbon footprint.
03
A bent A-frame design facilitates natural ventilation and optimal light distribution.
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Integrated green roofs support biodiversity and improve thermal insulation.
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Community workshops are designed for adaptive use, promoting versatile learning opportunities.

## Overview

The urban architectural design project aims to create a multifunctional complex that includes a library, workshops, classrooms, exhibition spaces, retail areas, and market stalls. Located in a vibrant community with accessible public transportation, the design serves as a pivotal element in the urban regeneration effort, fostering community engagement and emphasizing sustainability.

## Spatial Strategy

The spatial organization is thoughtfully arranged to facilitate interaction among various functional areas. On the second level, the layout features retail spaces, a café, and a restaurant, complemented by an exhibition hall that fosters cultural exchange and educational activities. The third level is dedicated to learning environments, including classrooms, workshops, and a library designed with an open floor plan to enhance collaboration and accessibility. Circulation is optimized through open staircases, promoting seamless movement and interaction among users across different levels.

## Material Selection

Materiality plays a crucial role in underpinning the project’s sustainability goals. Key materials include reinforced concrete for structural integrity, bamboo and timber for warm, eco-friendly finishes, and glass to maximize natural light and visual connections to the environment. Steel components contribute to the modern aesthetic and structural support, while green roof systems promote insulation and integrate vegetation, reinforcing the project's commitment to environmental stewardship.

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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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