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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Defining a Flexible Community Center

Authors:
Davide Capaldi, Davide Capaldi
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Defining a Flexible Community Center

Project in-detail

Incorporating charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the design serves as a versatile community center that encourages engagement and connection among residents.
5 key facts about this project
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Incorporates a bent A-frame structure to enhance spatial dynamics.
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Utilizes locally sourced charred wooden shingles for a distinct façade.
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Features cross-laminated timber panels for reduced environmental impact.
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Includes landscaped terraces designed to promote biodiversity.
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Integrates rainwater harvesting systems for sustainable resource management.

The project is situated in an urban environment characterized by a mix of residential and commercial structures. The design objectives center on enhancing community engagement while integrating functional spaces that respond to the local context. Emphasis is placed on creating environments conducive to social interaction and providing amenities that serve the diverse needs of the population.

**Spatial Organization**
The layout incorporates a series of interconnected zones that facilitate movement and accessibility. Public areas, such as gathering spaces and pedestrian pathways, are strategically distributed to promote flow and interaction among users. The arrangement of private spaces is designed to ensure privacy while maintaining proximity to communal facilities, thereby fostering a sense of community without compromising individual needs.

**Material Selection**
A careful selection of materials underscores the project's commitment to durability and aesthetic relevance. The use of locally sourced materials not only reduces transportation impact but also enhances the building's integration into its surroundings. Textures and colors have been chosen to reflect the surrounding environment while offering a contemporary interpretation that does not overshadow the existing urban fabric. This approach emphasizes sustainable practices and resilience, allowing the structure to function efficiently over time.

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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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