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Charred Wooden Shingles and Green Roofs Define A Community Center Emphasizing Sustainable Materials

Authors:
Bryan Michael La Roche, Michael J Donovan
Charred Wooden Shingles and Green Roofs Define A Community Center Emphasizing Sustainable Materials

Project in-detail

Utilizing charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, the design integrates a green roof to create a functional community center that promotes sustainability and social interaction.
5 key facts about this project
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Constructed with cross-laminated timber panels for enhanced structural integrity and sustainability.
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Charred wooden shingles provide a unique aesthetic while improving weather resistance.
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The bent A-frame design optimizes natural light penetration and reinforces the building's profile.
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Incorporates a green roof that supports biodiversity and promotes energy efficiency.
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Features modular interior spaces that allow for flexible usage and adaptability over time.

### Project Overview

**Location:** [Insert Geographical Location]
**Architect(s):** [Insert Architect Firm/Architects' Names]
**Completion Date:** [Insert Date]
**Type of Project:** [Residential/Commercial/Institutional/Urban Design, etc.]

The design represents an engagement with the local context, emphasizing a synthesis of modern architectural practices and the surrounding environment. It aims to enhance community interaction while addressing contemporary design challenges, such as sustainability and usability.

### Spatial Organization and User Experience

The layout of the project prioritizes functionality, featuring well-defined zones that cater to diverse activities. Spaces are interconnected to facilitate movement while providing areas for privacy and individual engagement. The design incorporates large openings to allow natural light to penetrate deeper into the interior, thereby promoting a connection between indoor and outdoor environments. This spatial strategy is intended to foster user comfort and interaction, contributing to a positive experience for occupants.

### Materiality and Sustainability

The material palette includes locally sourced materials such as [specify type of wood, stone, or other materials], emphasizing the project's commitment to sustainability. The use of these materials enhances thermal performance and reduces the environmental impact associated with transportation. Furthermore, the implementation of energy-efficient systems, including [mention specific technologies like solar panels or green roofs], supports the building's overall sustainability goals. This conscientious selection not only fulfills functional requirements but also reflects the cultural heritage of the region, reinforcing a sense of place.

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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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