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Charred Wooden Shingles and Living Walls in An Urban Community Center

Authors:
Paula Castro Valero, Joel Cotardo Valcarcel, Borja Green Sexto
Charred Wooden Shingles and Living Walls in An Urban Community Center

Project in-detail

Incorporating charred wooden shingles and integrating living walls, the design enhances environmental sensitivity while serving as a multifunctional community center.
5 key facts about this project
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Incorporates living walls that enhance biodiversity within the urban context.
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Utilizes charred wooden shingles for improved durability and fire resistance.
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Features a bent A-frame design that maximizes natural light and ventilation.
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Employs cross-laminated timber panels for efficient structural integrity and sustainability.
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Integrates communal spaces that foster community interaction and engagement.

**Project Overview**

Located in [specific location], the design integrates modern architectural practices with a strong regard for the surrounding environment. The intent is to establish a functional space that fosters community engagement while responding to local cultural and environmental contexts. The project aims to create a platform for social interaction and emphasize sustainability through thoughtful design choices.

**Spatial Organization and User Experience**

The internal layout exhibits a logical spatial hierarchy that promotes connectivity and accessibility among various functions. Key public spaces, including [specific areas such as atriums, community lounges, or multipurpose rooms], are designed to encourage interaction and fluid movement throughout the building. Vertical circulation is efficiently managed through [describe the methods employed, such as staircases and elevators], ensuring that all areas are easily reachable and inviting.

**Material Selection and Environmental Considerations**

The material palette reflects a commitment to both aesthetics and sustainability. Concrete forms the structural backbone, offering durability while enhancing the industrial character of the design. Large glass panels are employed to optimize natural light, creating a connection between interior spaces and the outdoors. Wood cladding introduces warmth, balancing the robust materials with a softer texture. Other elements, such as [mention any specific sustainable features like green roofs or living walls], contribute to the ecological footprint, promoting biodiversity while enhancing the building’s overall visual appeal.

This architectural endeavor utilizes strategies aimed at energy efficiency and environmental stewardship, including [detail specific sustainable practices such as passive solar design, use of local materials, or rainwater harvesting systems]. Through these elements, the project meets its functional requirements while actively engaging with the community and setting a precedent for future developments.

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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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