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Charred Wooden Shingles and Energy-Efficient Design in a Compact Residential Structure

Author:
Mohammad Saleh Abedelkader Aburabi
Charred Wooden Shingles and Energy-Efficient Design in a Compact Residential Structure

Project in-detail

Incorporating charred wooden shingles and a green roof, this compact residential design prioritizes energy efficiency while seamlessly integrating indoor and outdoor living spaces.
5 key facts about this project
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Incorporates a green roof to enhance insulation and promote biodiversity.
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Utilizes charred wooden shingles for aesthetic appeal and natural weather resistance.
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Features cross-laminated timber panels for structural integrity and rapid assembly.
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Includes expansive glass facades that optimize natural lighting and ventilation.
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Designed with modular spaces to support versatile living arrangements.

## Overview

Located within a context that necessitates consideration of climatic factors, the design emphasizes a sustainable approach to residential architecture. The "House of the Future" aims to fuse modern aesthetics with functional versatility on a compact plot of less than 400 square meters. This approach prioritizes energy efficiency and integrates features that promote a harmonious relationship with the natural environment.

## Spatial Organization and Flexibility

The layout prioritizes vertical growth to maximize usable space while accommodating various living arrangements. Configurable indoor rooms allow for adaptability to different functions, catering to the evolving needs of families. The design includes both indoor and outdoor spaces that facilitate flexible usage, including potential for future expansion, which ensures the residence can adapt over time without compromising its initial integrity.

## Materiality and Sustainability

The architectural composition is characterized by a modern palette that incorporates sustainable materials, such as concrete, glass, wood, and metal. Concrete is utilized for its structural properties, while expansive glass surfaces optimize natural light and airflow. Wood elements are integrated into outdoor spaces, contributing warmth, whereas metal components enhance durability. Additionally, green roof systems assist in insulation and heat management, reinforcing the project's commitment to ecological standards. Renewable energy sources, such as solar panels and wind turbines, further fortify the design's sustainability goals, significantly reducing the overall carbon footprint.

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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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