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Charred Wooden Shingles and Steel Framework Transforming Micro Living in Sweden

Author:
Hugo Georg Torkelsson Lindberg
Charred Wooden Shingles and Steel Framework Transforming Micro Living in Sweden

Project in-detail

Crafted with charred wooden shingles and a steel framework, this micro living space redefines temporary housing for construction workers in Sweden by providing individual privacy within a communal environment.
5 key facts about this project
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Crafted with charred wooden shingles for enhanced durability and aesthetic.
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Employs cross-laminated timber panels for improved structural strength and insulation.
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Features a bent A-frame design to optimize interior space and functionality.
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Incorporates shared communal areas to foster interaction among residents.
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Designed to address specific needs of temporary housing for construction workers.

### Project Overview

This initiative focuses on the redevelopment of barracks in Sweden to provide improved living conditions for construction workers, including temporary and guest workers. The goal is to transform existing structures into functional micro homes that enhance livability while addressing identified deficiencies in current designs. With an emphasis on user-centered principles, the project seeks to create environments that better support the daily lives of residents.

### Spatial Efficiency and User Experience

The design optimizes a 25 square meter footprint to create versatile living spaces that cater to the specific needs of construction workers. Features include private living quarters to ensure autonomy and privacy, alongside shared amenities such as kitchens and bathrooms that encourage community interaction. These spatial configurations facilitate flexibility, accommodating different household sizes and promoting a more comfortable residential experience compared to traditional barrack arrangements.

### Sustainable Material Practices

The proposed materials emphasize durability, insulation, and minimal ecological impact. The structural framework will utilize steel for strength and scalability, while wood cladding serves as a sustainable aesthetic choice. Glass panels are integrated to enhance natural light, and insulating materials are selected to improve comfort across varying weather conditions. The design also emphasizes the use of recyclable components, thereby reinforcing the project's commitment to sustainability throughout its lifecycle.

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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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