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Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Partitions in a Flexible Workspace Environment

Author:
Steven Campbell Worthington
Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Partitions in a Flexible Workspace Environment

Project in-detail

Crafted with charred wooden shingles and transparent glass partitions, the workspace seamlessly integrates private, introspective areas with collaborative environments to cater to diverse employee needs.
5 key facts about this project
01
Crafted using charred wooden shingles, the exterior enhances durability and aesthetic appeal.
02
Cross-laminated timber panels provide structural integrity while promoting sustainability.
03
The bent A-frame design optimizes natural lighting within the workspace.
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Flexible partition systems allow for easy reconfiguration of interior spaces.
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Incorporating biophilic elements fosters a connection to nature throughout the building.

### Overview
The AMBI-OFFICE project is located in a contemporary urban setting and is designed to address the diverse working styles of employees within a collaborative environment. The intent is to create a workspace that supports both extroverted and introverted personality types, thus fostering inclusivity and enhancing productivity. This design aims to redefine traditional office dynamics by offering various spatial configurations that accommodate individual preferences.

### Spatial Strategy
The spatial organization of the AMBI-OFFICE differentiates among three core types: extroverted, introverted, and ambiverted areas. Extroverted spaces feature expansive, open layouts enhanced by glass partitions, promoting natural light and facilitating social interactions. In contrast, introverted areas provide a more subdued atmosphere with opaque materials to ensure privacy and quietude, drawing inspiration from organic forms and historical contexts. Ambiverted spaces serve as flexible zones that can adapt to the preferences of the occupants, allowing for varied configurations depending on the nature of the work being performed.

### Material Selection
Material choices play a significant role in the overall functionality and aesthetics of the workspace. The project incorporates glazing partitions to create visual connections while maintaining distinct areas, thus enhancing light flow. Wood panel partitions introduce warmth and tactile qualities to quieter settings, aligning with principles of sustainability and biophilic design. Additionally, a flexible partitioning system allows for dynamic reconfiguration of work areas, thus responding effectively to the varying needs of users throughout the workday.

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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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