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Charred Wooden Shingles and Prefabricated Walls Enhance Sustainable Living in Urban Context

Authors:
Chi Hou Wong, Jia Liu
Charred Wooden Shingles and Prefabricated Walls Enhance Sustainable Living in Urban Context

Project in-detail

Employing charred wooden shingles and double-glazed windows, the design delivers energy-efficient living spaces that foster community engagement within an urban residential context.
5 key facts about this project
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Employs charred wooden shingles for enhanced durability and weather resistance.
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Incorporates prefabricated pattern walls that optimize privacy and light control.
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Features double-glazed windows to improve thermal insulation and energy efficiency.
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Integrates solar panels on the roof for sustainable energy generation.
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Utilizes a flexible layout that allows for future adaptability to changing family needs.

### Overview

Manzil Eamun Khasun, or “House of the Future,” is a contemporary residential project located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The design serves to integrate innovative architectural practices with sustainability and cultural sensitivity, addressing the modern lifestyle needs of its residents while honoring traditional Emirati values.

### Spatial Configuration and Community Engagement

The layout of the residence is strategically organized to foster interaction between public and private spaces. The ground floor is designated for communal activities, featuring generous areas for entertainment and social gatherings, while the upper levels offer private quarters designed to ensure family privacy. This configuration promotes a dynamic living environment that encourages engagement among occupants and their neighbors, enhancing the sense of community.

### Material Selection and Sustainability

The project employs a diverse array of materials optimized for both aesthetics and functionality in Dubai's climate. Key materials include:

- **Concrete** for its structural integrity and durability.
- **Double Glazed Windows** that provide thermal insulation and soundproofing while maximizing natural light.
- **Stucco Exterior Finishing** for aesthetic appeal and outdoor resilience.
- **Prefabricated Patterned Walls** that manage sunlight entry and privacy.
- **Solar Panels** installed on the rooftops to facilitate renewable energy use.
- **Wood** incorporated in interiors to enhance warmth and comfort.

The materials were selected to not only respond to the climatic challenges but also to create a harmonious living atmosphere, aligning with sustainable architectural practices.

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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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