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Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Facades Shaping A Sustainable Community Hub

Author:
Inyeop Jeong
Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Facades Shaping A Sustainable Community Hub

Project in-detail

Utilizing charred wooden shingles and expansive glass facades, the design establishes a community hub that fosters artistic collaboration and sustainable living.
5 key facts about this project
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Utilizes charred wooden shingles for enhanced durability and fire resistance.
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Incorporates cross-laminated timber panels to reduce carbon footprint.
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Features a bent A-frame design that optimizes interior space and natural light.
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Includes integrated green roofs to promote biodiversity and insulation.
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Facilitates community workshops and artist collaborations in multifunctional spaces.
Playground Village is an architectural project designed to integrate art and community living in a sustainable manner. Located in a scenic environment, the project creates an interactive space where artists, residents, and visitors can coexist and engage in creative pursuits. The layout comprises dispersed functional areas, encouraging organic interaction and a flow throughout the site. This design supports the overarching concept of art as an engaging experience rather than a passive observation.

Artist Workspaces and Exhibition Areas
The project features artist workspaces that are individually tailored to enhance productivity while also nurturing collaboration within the community. These areas provide artists with privacy to develop their craft but are also strategically connected to communal exhibition spaces. These spaces are designed to be adaptable, allowing for various forms of artistic presentation while maintaining a connection with the outdoors through large glass facades. This openness invites visitors and residents to engage with the art in a more fluid manner.

Sustainable Design and Materiality
Playground Village employs sustainable architectural practices, with green roofs and natural ventilation embedded in the design to promote ecological balance. The choice of materials is essential; concrete provides durability, while steel offers structural integrity. Additionally, the use of glass facilitates natural light, blending the interior with the natural landscape. Wood elements introduce warmth and residential comfort, creating a welcoming atmosphere. These materials collectively define the project’s aesthetic and functional qualities while emphasizing sustainability.

Community Engagement and Experiential Learning
Central to Playground Village is the objective of fostering community engagement through experiential learning. The design includes pathways that not only facilitate movement but also serve as artistic trails, enhancing the visitor experience. Workshops and collaborative art creation activities are integrated into the project, allowing for participation from the public. This engagement is further supported by multifunctional gathering spaces within the green landscape, encouraging social interaction and artistic expression.

In summary, Playground Village represents a thoughtful integration of art, architecture, and ecology. Its unique design approach focuses on community involvement, sustainable practices, and the interaction of natural and built environments.

For a more comprehensive understanding of the project, readers are encouraged to explore the architectural plans, sections, and designs to gain deeper insights into the architectural ideas that inform Playground Village.
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The 10th edition of the MICROHOME architecture competition invites architects and designers from around the world to explore the possibilities of compact, sustainable living. Hosted by Buildner in collaboration with Kingspan and Hapi Homes, this special edition challenges participants to design an off-grid, modular microhome for a young professional couple, with a maximum floor area of 25 m². Designs should prioritize innovation, efficiency, and real-world feasibility. 

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Design a new small-scale home concept in the 10th edition of MICROHOME — 100,000 € prize + construction

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