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Charred Wooden Cladding and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Transforming Urban Living Spaces

Authors:
Luis Taboada Naccarati, Júlia Barbosa, Vinicius Martins
Charred Wooden Cladding and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Transforming Urban Living Spaces

Project in-detail

Utilizing charred wooden cladding and cross-laminated timber panels, the design integrates sustainable materials to create a functional urban residence that fosters community interaction.
5 key facts about this project
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Utilizes locally sourced materials to minimize environmental impact.
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Features a green roof system designed for rainwater management and biodiversity.
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Incorporates adjustable shading devices that optimize natural light throughout the day.
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Designed with flexible interior layouts to accommodate various community activities.
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Employs passive heating and cooling strategies to enhance energy efficiency.

**Project Overview:**
The architectural design is situated in [Insert Geographical Location] and aims to address both environmental sustainability and community needs within its context. By employing modern design principles, the project explores innovative methodologies that engage with ecological concerns while also reflecting the social dynamics of the surrounding area.

**Spatial Strategy and User Interaction:**
The design prioritizes an open spatial strategy that fosters interaction and connectivity among occupants. This is achieved through the integration of communal spaces that are conducive to social engagement, such as shared gardens and outdoor terraces. Floor plans are organized to ensure a fluid transition between indoor and outdoor areas, enhancing the user experience and encouraging a connection to nature.

**Material and Sustainability Approach:**
Material selection plays a pivotal role in achieving the project's sustainability goals. It incorporates high-quality, eco-friendly materials, including:

1. **Reinforced Concrete** - used for structural integrity.
2. **Low-E Glass** - selected for windows and facades to enhance energy performance and optimize natural light accessibility.
3. **FSC-Certified Timber** - implemented in cladding and interiors, providing warmth and contributing to aesthetic balance.
4. **Galvanized Steel** - utilized for structural support, ensuring resilience.
5. **Locally Sourced Stone** - featured in landscaping and as accent elements, serving to anchor the building within its local context.
6. **Green Roof Systems** - integrated to manage rainwater sustainably and support local biodiversity.

The project's commitment to sustainability is further reflected in features such as rainwater harvesting systems, solar panels, and energy-efficient HVAC technologies, which collectively aim to reduce the ecological footprint and promote resource efficiency throughout its lifecycle.

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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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