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Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Facades in a Multifunctional Civic Center

Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Facades in a Multifunctional Civic Center

Project in-detail

Constructed with charred wooden shingles and expansive glass facades, the civic center integrates multifunctional spaces designed to foster community engagement while prioritizing sustainability and adaptability.
5 key facts about this project
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Constructed with locally sourced charred wooden shingles to enhance durability and fire resistance.
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Features large glass facades for maximum natural light and visual connectivity to the surrounding landscape.
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Incorporates cross-laminated timber panels for improved structural performance and sustainability.
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Includes adaptable multifunctional spaces that can be easily reconfigured for various community events.
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Utilizes a bent A-frame design to create a distinctive architectural silhouette while optimizing internal space.

Located in an urban environment, this development aims to integrate functional spaces while responding to the surrounding architectural context. The project emphasizes both community engagement and efficient use of land, addressing the needs of its users through well-considered design decisions. The approach prioritizes public accessibility and enhances the overall experience of the area.

**Spatial Configuration**
The layout is organized to promote interaction among users, with open-plan areas facilitating social connections. Circulation paths are strategically placed to guide movement throughout the space, ensuring that key functionalities are easily accessible. The design incorporates varied ceiling heights and multi-purpose zones, creating dynamic environments that can adapt to different uses while maintaining a cohesive flow.

**Material Selection and Sustainability**
The material palette reflects a commitment to sustainability, featuring locally sourced materials that minimize environmental impact. Recycled and durable finishes are employed throughout the project, contributing to longevity and reducing the need for maintenance. Furthermore, passive design strategies, such as strategic window placement for natural lighting, enhance energy efficiency whilst ensuring user comfort. Green roofing elements also serve both aesthetic and ecological purposes, aiding in stormwater management and promoting biodiversity.

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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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