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Charred Wooden Shingles and Green Roofs Transforming Urban Living Spaces

Authors:
Ashvin De vos, Maria Cabanelas, Victoria Bellido
Charred Wooden Shingles and Green Roofs Transforming Urban Living Spaces

Project in-detail

Utilizing charred wooden shingles and expansive green roofs, the design creates a harmonious blend of sustainability and urban functionality, serving as a vital community hub.
5 key facts about this project
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Charred wooden shingles enhance weather resistance while providing a visually appealing texture.
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Cross-laminated timber panels construct the primary structure, promoting sustainability and structural integrity.
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A bent A-frame design maximizes interior space and facilitates natural light penetration.
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Green roofs are integrated to support local biodiversity and improve energy efficiency.
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The layout incorporates communal spaces that encourage social interaction among users.

The project entails a contemporary architectural design situated in an urban context. This space serves multiple functions, primarily focused on [function, e.g., residential, commercial, cultural]. The architectural approach emphasizes efficiency, sustainability, and connectivity, reflecting modern design sensibilities while acknowledging the surrounding environment.

The architectural design integrates both form and function, presenting an effective solution to the challenges posed by its geographical location. Thoughtful planning and execution are evident in spatial arrangements that promote accessibility and interaction among users. The building's structure supports diverse activities, ensuring it meets the needs of its inhabitants while fostering community engagement.

Innovative Material Selection and Sustainability
A key feature of this architectural project is its careful selection of materials, which contributes significantly to its identity and performance. The use of reinforced concrete provides structural integrity, while large expanses of glass enhance natural light penetration, creating bright, inviting interiors. Wood accents throughout the design introduce warmth and texture, while brick elements visually anchor the project within its urban context.

Sustainability principles are actively incorporated into the design, utilizing locally sourced materials and systems that minimize environmental impact. Features such as green roofs and energy-efficient systems reflect a commitment to ecological responsibility, reinforcing the building’s role as a progressive model for contemporary architecture.

Contextual Design Elements and Community Integration
Particular attention is given to the relationship between the project and its surroundings. The design incorporates landscaped areas that promote biodiversity and offer residents outdoor spaces for relaxation and social interaction. Pathways are integrated into the site, facilitating connectivity both within the project and to adjacent public areas.

Architectural elements such as porches, balconies, and terraces are thoughtfully designed to enhance user experience and extend living spaces outdoors. These features also serve as transitional zones that connect the interior architecture with the exterior environment.

For a more comprehensive understanding of the architectural concepts and spatial dynamics, the presentation provides detailed architectural plans, sections, and models. Review the architectural designs and ideas to gain deeper insights into how this project addresses contemporary challenges and exemplifies thoughtful design in action.

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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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