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Charred Wooden Shingles and Natural Stone Elevate Visitor Experience at Historic Landmark

Authors:
Aybige Tek, Victor Alfonso Farfan Desarden
Charred Wooden Shingles and Natural Stone Elevate Visitor Experience at Historic Landmark

Project in-detail

Utilizing charred wooden shingles and natural stone, the design reinterprets the region's cultural heritage while providing a functional platform for visitors to engage with the historical significance of Mount Nemrut.
5 key facts about this project
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Utilizes charred wooden shingles for improved durability and weather resistance.
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Incorporates recycled railroad tracks as structural elements to enhance sustainability.
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Features a series of elevated terraces for panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.
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Employs biophilic principles to create harmony between architecture and nature.
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Integrates cultural motifs of the Komagene civilization in the design elements.

### Overview
The Nemrut Platform Project is located at Mount Nemrut in Turkey, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its monumental statues and historical significance. The design intent is to foster a meaningful interaction between contemporary architectural methods and the rich cultural heritage of the region, enhancing the visitor experience while maintaining sensitivity to the site's ancient context.

### Spatial Experience
The architectural design features a series of platform terraces and tunnel structures that facilitate an immersive journey through the landscape. The terraces are strategically positioned to provide optimal views of the statues and surrounding environment, while the tunnel-like passages heighten sensory engagement by guiding visitors from enclosed spaces to expansive vistas. This experiential approach not only emphasizes exploration but also encourages a deeper connection with the historic landscape. Unexpected sightlines and openings throughout the design serve to enhance the emotional engagement with the local environment, creating poignant moments of reflection.

### Material Selection
Materiality is central to the project's conceptual framework, with careful consideration given to the use of wood, metal, stone, and recycled elements. Wood is employed for its warmth and organic connection to the site, contrasting with the structural integrity provided by metal. Stone pathways link contemporary structures to the ancient landscape, reinforcing a tactile connection to the region's heritage. The incorporation of recycled materials, such as old railroad tracks, further emphasizes a commitment to sustainability while acknowledging the historical narrative of the area. This thoughtful selection of materials contributes to the aesthetic and functional qualities of the design, reinforcing its connection to the natural environment.

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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

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Prize 100,000 € + Potential realisation
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 25 September 2025

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