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Charred Wooden Shingles and Green Roofs Enhancing Urban Community Spaces

Author:
Pierre-augustin Jean Boucton
Charred Wooden Shingles and Green Roofs Enhancing Urban Community Spaces

Project in-detail

Charred wooden shingles and integrated green roofs define a multi-functional hub in Bonn, merging sustainable design with community-focused spaces.
5 key facts about this project
01
Charred wooden shingles provide advanced weather resistance and aesthetic continuity with the natural landscape.
02
Cross-laminated timber panels reduce construction waste and enhance thermal performance.
03
A bent A-frame design maximizes structural efficiency and creates distinctive spatial experiences.
04
Integrated green roofs contribute to urban biodiversity and improve stormwater management.
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Walkable promenades facilitate community interaction and direct access to the waterfront.

## Project Overview

Located in Bonn, Germany, the Rampart project is designed to blend the urban environment with the natural landscape, focusing on sustainability and community interaction with the waterfront. The intent is to create a vibrant space that serves multiple functions—commercial, residential, and recreational—thereby revitalizing the area and promoting connectivity among its users.

### Spatial Strategy and User Engagement

The project's layout emphasizes multi-functional spaces that accommodate a diverse range of activities. By integrating residential, commercial, and leisure areas, it aims to foster economic vitality while encouraging community engagement. Public decks and walkable promenades are strategically placed to enhance access to the waterway, promoting social interaction and outdoor activities. This design approach aims to cultivate a lively atmosphere conducive to community gatherings and public enjoyment.

### Material Use and Environmental Considerations

The selection of materials reflects a commitment to sustainability and aesthetic unity. Concrete is used for its structural integrity, while wood contributes warmth and a connection to nature. Extensive glazing maximizes natural light and visual openness, establishing a fluid relationship between indoor and outdoor environments. Sustainable practices are embedded in the design, featuring living walls, green roofs, rainwater harvesting, and solar panels, all aimed at enhancing ecological balance and minimizing environmental impact. The design is historically contextual, aligning with Bonn’s architectural character while pursuing contemporary relevance.

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MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

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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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