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Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Facades Create a Community-Centric Interactive Space

Author:
Jessica Ramirez
Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Facades Create a Community-Centric Interactive Space

Project in-detail

Sustainably crafted with charred wooden shingles and expansive glass elements, the design utilizes connectivity and transparency to foster an engaging environment that supports education and community interaction.
5 key facts about this project
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Sustainable charred wooden shingles enhance durability and aesthetic appeal.
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Extensive use of cross-laminated timber panels promotes structural efficiency.
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The bent A-frame design creates unique spatial experiences inside and out.
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Integrated green spaces encourage environmental interaction and community engagement.
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Transparent facades maximize natural light and visual connectivity to the surroundings.

## Overview

The London Internet Museum is situated in a historically significant area, blending contemporary architectural design with elements of the past to represent the essence of the internet. The project integrates various functional spaces to embody the concept of interconnectedness, reflective of the digital environment. The architecture prioritizes both utility and user experience, utilizing a framework that facilitates movement and interaction among diverse visitor activities.

## Architectural Integration and Spatial Organization

The design concept emphasizes the internet as a network, expressed through the spatial arrangement and connectivity of the museum's structure. A central atrium serves as a pivotal connection point, linking the historic station with modern extensions and guiding visitor movement throughout the facility. The museum's layout enhances visitor engagement by creating shared circulation pathways that unify the different components of the space.

The building arrangement includes essential visitor services on the ground floor, such as a café and a gift shop, complemented by views of landscaped gardens. The first floor comprises libraries, classrooms, and exhibition areas designed to foster learning and community interaction. Subsequent levels include multipurpose classrooms, private meeting rooms, and an auditorium, emphasizing adaptability for educational and public programs.

## Material Selection and Sustainability

Material choices reflect a commitment to sustainability and aesthetic cohesion. Concrete is utilized for its durability, while glass elements enhance transparency and visual connectivity with the outdoor environment. The incorporation of Swisspearl fiber cement for facades ensures both functional performance and visual appeal, aligning with sustainable design principles. Additionally, wood elements are integrated into interiors and roofing, contributing warmth and a natural quality to the modern aesthetic. This carefully curated material palette enhances the overall visitor experience by creating inviting and engaging spaces.

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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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