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Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Facade in a Community Learning Hub

Author:
Eda Sarac
Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Facade in a Community Learning Hub

Project in-detail

Incorporating a glass facade and charred wooden shingles, the facility serves as a versatile community learning hub focused on health education and cancer prevention.
5 key facts about this project
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Incorporates a green roof system to enhance biodiversity and insulation.
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Features large glass panels to maximize natural light and energy efficiency.
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Utilizes charred wooden shingles for improved durability and aesthetics.
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Designed with flexible spaces to accommodate various educational formats.
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Integrates landscaped gardens to promote outdoor activity and wellness.

## Overview

The Cancer Prevention Workshop is a newly constructed facility strategically located to address health education and community engagement in a region facing significant health challenges. The design emphasizes empowering communities with educational initiatives and interactive experiences focused on cancer awareness and prevention. Through its layout and architectural choices, the facility aims to create an environment conducive to learning and community participation.

### Spatial Organization and User Experience

The building is organized across three distinct levels, each tailored to specific functions. The first floor features a main lobby and an interactive café that connects to outdoor garden spaces, enhancing visitor engagement and relaxation. The second floor is dedicated to educational seminars and workshops, containing versatile areas designed for lectures and group activities. The third floor offers additional classrooms and private study spaces, catering to both individual learning and small group dynamics.

This arrangement fosters a user-centered experience, facilitating interaction among participants and educators while cultivating an inviting atmosphere for all visitors. Outdoor pathways and landscaped gardens further promote well-being, reinforcing the connection between nature and health.

### Material Selection and Sustainability Measures

The design prioritizes sustainable practices, reflected in the choice of materials that support both aesthetic and functional goals. Extensive use of glass in the façade allows for abundant natural light and energy efficiency, while concrete provides durability and structural integrity. Warmth and an organic feel are introduced through wood elements incorporated throughout the interiors. A green roof system enhances insulation and promotes biodiversity, underscoring a commitment to environmental stewardship.

Moreover, attention to natural light optimization reduces reliance on artificial lighting, contributing to a healthier indoor environment. Facilities are designed with flexibility in mind, allowing for dynamic and adaptive educational experiences. The integration of these design elements emphasizes the project's commitment to sustainability while serving the community's health education needs.

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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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