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Charred Wooden Shingles and Flexible Spaces in a Family-Centric Residential Design

Authors:
Roksana Amirzadeh, şükran Yavuz, Ahmet Ertuğrul Togay
Charred Wooden Shingles and Flexible Spaces in a Family-Centric Residential Design

Project in-detail

Designed with charred wooden shingles and flexible pivoting spaces, the residence adapts to changing family needs while promoting energy efficiency and seamless indoor-outdoor living.
5 key facts about this project
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Utilizes rotating components to create adaptable living spaces.
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Incorporates smart windows with electrochromic technology for light control.
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Integrates renewable energy sources, including photovoltaic panels and wind turbines.
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Features a landscape designed with native plants to minimize water use.
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Constructed with insulated concrete forms for enhanced thermal performance.

### Project Overview

EvoHome is located in Dubai and aims to address the complexities of modern family living while emphasizing flexibility and sustainability. This architectural design reflects local cultural values centered around family dynamics and communal living, integrating advancements in technology and environmental awareness. The project encompasses a range of innovative features that enable the living space to adapt to the varying needs of its occupants over time.

### Flexible Living Solutions

The architectural concept of EvoHome focuses on creating versatile spaces through the use of pivoting structures that redefine traditional layouts. This design allows rooms to be modified in size and function as family requirements change. Communal areas are intentionally designed to encourage interaction, thereby enhancing the overall living experience. A unique aspect of the design is the integration of rotating arms, which provide adaptability in the configuration of spaces without compromising aesthetic integrity.

### Sustainable Materials and Environmental Performance

EvoHome employs a diverse selection of sustainable materials that are suited to the local climate and contribute to energy efficiency. Key components include Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) for insulation, Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs) for structural support, and photovoltaic panels that harness solar energy. Wind turbines are also incorporated into the design to further enhance energy independence. Additionally, the choice of terracotta tiles and smart windows with electrochromic properties serve both aesthetic and functional purposes, offering thermal regulation and reduced energy consumption. The site plan supports efficient water management with rainwater harvesting systems and environmentally conscious landscaping that highlights local flora, furthering the project's sustainability goals.

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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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