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Charred Wooden Shingles Frame A Sustainable Villa Integrated With Its Landscape

Author:
Dario Irawan
Charred Wooden Shingles Frame A Sustainable Villa Integrated With Its Landscape

Project in-detail

Utilizing charred wooden shingles for enhanced durability, this villa integrates seamlessly with its landscape while providing a comfortable living environment that emphasizes transparency and connection to nature.
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Constructed with charred wooden shingles for enhanced weather resistance Incorporates cross-laminated timber panels for structural efficiency Features a bent A-frame design that optimizes natural light Transitional spaces designed to enhance flow between indoor and outdoor living Landscape integration minimizes environmental impact and promotes local biodiversity.

# Architectural Design Report: Tranquility Villa

## Project Overview

Tranquility Villa is a residential project situated within a mountainous landscape designed to create a peaceful retreat for its residents. The design emphasizes a close relationship with its natural context while prioritizing transparency, privacy, and sustainability. The structure is organized into distinct zones, including communal areas, transitional spaces, and private quarters, reflecting a comprehensive approach to architectural composition.

## Spatial Arrangement: Communal and Transitional Zones

The communal spaces of Tranquility Villa showcase an expansive living room that integrates with the outdoors, featuring large glass windows and sliding doors. This arrangement fosters interaction among residents while enhancing the connection to the surrounding environment. The transitional areas act as pathways, facilitating movement between communal and private sections of the villa. These corridors are designed to create a sense of journey, with strategically placed openings for cross-ventilation and an immersive experience of the landscape.

## Material Selection: Functional and Aesthetic Considerations

Tranquility Villa employs a diverse material palette that balances aesthetics and functionality. Wood serves as the primary material for structural elements and cladding, providing warmth and a tactile connection to the environment. Concrete is utilized for its durability, forming the base structure and select interior finishes. Expansive use of glass enhances natural lighting, while natural stone incorporates a rugged yet harmonious element into outdoor pathways. This careful attention to materials supports both the visual character and the sustainability goals of the project.

The architectural form also optimizes passive ventilation and solar orientation, contributing to energy efficiency and overall occupant comfort. The design respects the surrounding landscape, ensuring that each element contributes to a cohesive residential experience.

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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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