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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels in Compact Community Housing

Authors:
Luca Zanotti, Emmanouela Aligizaki
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels in Compact Community Housing

Project in-detail

Utilizing charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, this compact housing solution reflects a balance of cultural heritage and sustainability, designed to meet the needs of urban residents in Jakarta.
5 key facts about this project
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Utilizes charred wooden shingles for enhanced durability and fire resistance.
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Incorporates cross-laminated timber panels to reduce construction time and waste.
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Features a bent A-frame design to optimize natural ventilation.
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Integrates rainwater harvesting systems for sustainable water usage.
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Promotes modular adaptability to accommodate various family sizes and needs.

### Overview
In.Domus is located in Jakarta, Indonesia, and is conceived as a micro-housing solution that addresses urban challenges such as sustainability, climate adaptation, and community integration. This project responds to the specific environmental pressures faced by the region, particularly issues related to land subsidence and urban density, by prioritizing resilient and culturally informed design.

### Spatial Strategy
The design emphasizes adaptability and community engagement through a thoughtful layout that supports diverse living arrangements. Key features include modular components that allow for expansion, accommodating varying family sizes and communal needs. The spatial organization fosters interaction through integrative indoor-outdoor spaces, with gardens and verandas that encourage socialization among residents. Spaces are efficiently divided to cater to living, working, and recreational activities, enhancing the overall quality of life.

### Materiality and Sustainability
In.Domus incorporates a diverse palette of materials, focusing on local and sustainable options. The structural framework is primarily composed of sustainably sourced wood, while features such as a wooden roof design echo traditional Indonesian architecture, optimizing energy efficiency through natural ventilation. Noteworthy sustainability practices include the incorporation of rainwater harvesting tanks for water conservation and solar panels for energy independence, thereby reducing the ecological footprint of the development. The use of recycled materials and eco-friendly resources aligns with the project's commitment to environmental stewardship and local economic support.

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MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

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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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