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Charred Wooden Shingles Frame a Dialogue-Driven Space for Reflection and Healing

Author:
Surachatsuvee Kumnuanthip
Charred Wooden Shingles Frame a Dialogue-Driven Space for Reflection and Healing

Project in-detail

Constructed with charred wooden shingles and concrete, the design creates a contemplative environment that fosters community dialogue and emotional healing.
5 key facts about this project
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Constructed with charred wooden shingles, enhancing durability and aesthetic appeal.
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Incorporates cross-laminated timber panels, ensuring sustainability and structural integrity.
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Features a unique bent A-frame design, promoting efficient use of interior space.
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Includes designated areas for communal dialogue, fostering emotional connections.
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Offers a dedicated therapy room, emphasizing psychological support within the architecture.

**Overview**

Located in an urban environment, the project "Residual Dialectic" addresses the complex themes of life, death, and human emotion through architectural design. Its intent is to create a space that provides psychological support while reflecting on the cyclical nature of existence. The design encourages dialogue surrounding traditional practices of memorialization, inviting visitors to engage with their emotions in a contemplative setting.

**Spatial Organization**

The architectural layout features interconnected spaces designed for diverse functions, facilitating visitors' emotional journeys at their own pace. Key areas include the Main Entrance, which introduces visitors to the project's themes with a calming design; the Dialectic Box, a dedicated area promoting open conversations about life's challenges; and the Chapel, which offers an intimate setting for reflection and grieving. Other notable spaces include a Common Area with a Library that serves as a community gathering point and a Therapy Room designed for individual sessions focused on psychological healing. Additionally, a Caregiver’s Room and Kitchen emphasize the well-being of caregivers in supporting others.

**Materiality**

Material selection is integral to conveying the project's vision, fostering an atmosphere conducive to tranquility and introspection. Concrete is used for structural components, symbolizing permanence and stability, while wood provides warmth that complements the starkness of concrete. Glass enhances the connection with the outdoors, allowing natural light to enrich interior spaces. Natural stone elements reinforce a sense of grounding, aligning with the project's themes. This careful consideration of materials contributes to sensory experiences that promote peace and reflection.

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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

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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