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Charred Wooden Shingles and Clear Glass Define a Compact Multifunctional Living Space

Author:
Julia Fraolini
Charred Wooden Shingles and Clear Glass Define a Compact Multifunctional Living Space

Project in-detail

Constructed with charred wooden shingles and expansive glass elements, this compact living space redefines modern urban dwelling by prioritizing adaptability and multifunctionality.
5 key facts about this project
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Constructed with charred wooden shingles for enhanced durability and weather resistance.
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Utilizes cross-laminated timber panels to improve structural stability while minimizing carbon footprint.
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The bent A-frame design allows for optimal natural light penetration and spatial flexibility.
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Features adaptive configurations to accommodate seasonal changes in climate and user needs.
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Incorporates a minimalist aesthetic to promote efficient use of limited urban space.

### Project Overview
Bedm² is an architectural model focused on redefining living environments through the centralization of the bed as a multifunctional space. Located in a context that reflects modern urban living trends, the design challenges conventional spatial divisions, advocating for a minimalist framework where domesticity, intimacy, and ecological sustainability coexist. This approach aims to address the evolving needs of individuals in densely populated areas, particularly in the wake of recent shifts in work and lifestyle dynamics.

### Spatial Strategy
The layout of Bedm² embodies a hybrid living environment, described as a "micro-space," where daily activities are integrated around the bed. Unlike traditional homes that delineate specific areas for sleeping, working, and leisure, this model promotes fluidity between functions, catering to the varied routines of its users. Seasonal adaptability is fundamental to the design; structural elements allow for configurations that optimize thermal comfort—contracting for warmth in winter and expanding for ventilation in summer. Each square meter is purposefully allocated to ensure maximum efficiency, reflecting a calculated approach to space utilization.

### Materiality and Sustainability
The material selection prioritizes sustainability while addressing functional and aesthetic requirements. Key elements include glass for natural light optimization and visual connectivity with the outdoors, lightweight insulating fabrics that enhance energy efficiency, and prefabricated panels that offer both structural support and a contemporary appearance. This careful consideration of materials not only contributes to ecological goals through reduced resource consumption but also supports the notion of a harmonious living environment that is both approachable and comfortable.

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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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