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Charred Wooden Shingles and Seamless Indoor-Outdoor Living in Contemporary Residential Design

Author:
Djordje Zdravkovic
Charred Wooden Shingles and Seamless Indoor-Outdoor Living in Contemporary Residential Design

Project in-detail

Incorporating charred wooden shingles and expansive glass façades, this contemporary residence facilitates seamless indoor-outdoor living while emphasizing sustainability and privacy for its occupants.
5 key facts about this project
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Incorporates charred wooden shingles for enhanced durability and aesthetic appeal.
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Features extensive use of cross-laminated timber panels for structural efficiency.
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Utilizes a central courtyard to promote natural ventilation and sunlight.
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Designed with a flexible layout to accommodate changing family needs.
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Emphasizes biophilic design principles to connect residents with nature.

### Overview

Located in Dubai, the House of Future exemplifies a contemporary residential design that balances traditional architectural principles with modern functionality. The project aims to create a flexible living environment that responds to the dynamic lifestyles of its residents while ensuring harmony with the surrounding context. The design strategically incorporates innovative materiality and spatial organization to enhance living experiences.

### Spatial Organization and User Interaction

The layout features a two-story structure designed to facilitate both social interaction and privacy. The ground floor comprises communal areas, including a living room, dining area, and kitchen, which are oriented towards an exterior courtyard, enhancing natural light and outdoor connectivity. Expansive glass façades create a sense of openness, allowing for direct engagement with the landscape.

In contrast, the first floor prioritizes private living spaces, offering multiple bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms and balconies that promote seclusion and tranquility. The central courtyard serves as a focal point, integrating greenery that not only enhances aesthetics but also fosters sustainable landscaping practices.

### Materiality and Sustainability

The project employs a diverse range of materials to support its functional and aesthetic goals. The façade utilizes concrete for structural strength, while glass elements enhance visual connectivity between indoor and outdoor environments. Wood is introduced in intimate spaces to provide warmth, while aluminium is used for durability in window frames. Stone cladding contributes to the façade’s tactile qualities.

In terms of sustainability, the design incorporates solar panels for energy efficiency and a ventilated façade that reduces dependency on mechanical cooling systems. Advanced water management techniques ensure sustainable resource usage, particularly in landscaped areas, reinforcing the project’s commitment to environmental stewardship.

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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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