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Circular Spaces Framed by Timber and Landscape Integration

Authors:
Marwa Berroug, Adrien Joly, Khadija Ahmed
Circular Spaces Framed by Timber and Landscape Integration

Project in-detail

Timber panels pivot to control sunlight while framing expansive views in a community-focused space designed to encourage interaction and accessibility.
5 key facts about this project
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Timber panels can pivot to adjust sunlight exposure.
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The design incorporates a spiral shape for communal interaction.
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Excavated land allows for unobstructed landscape views.
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Large bay windows enhance interior-natural connections.
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A green promenade surrounds the structure, promoting biodiversity.

The TreSpirala project brings together community needs and environmental awareness in a setting that encourages interaction and connection. Located in a picturesque landscape, the design includes three main areas: an event space, a kitchen, and a bathroom. The core concept revolves around a spiral shape, symbolizing continuous development and unity among users. This shape allows for an inviting and practical environment for various social activities.

Design Integration

The foundation of the design is based on a careful excavation that accommodates the interior spaces without blocking surrounding views. This strategy helps integrate the circular forms with the natural environment, making the transition between built and natural spaces smooth. Landscaped ramps promote accessibility, encouraging movement and interaction as people approach the building.

Materials and Sustainability

Sustainability is a key focus of the project, evident in the use of locally sourced timber. This choice reduces transportation impacts and supports local economies. Timber construction also allows for large bay windows that let in ample natural light, enhancing the connection between the interior spaces and the external landscape. The lightness of the timber contributes to a friendly and open atmosphere.

Ecological Features

The retaining wall, made with interlocking wooden cleats, supports gravel and soil while promoting plant growth. This design creates a green boundary that enriches the surrounding area and helps foster biodiversity. The wall serves not only a structural purpose but also enhances the visual connection between the building and nature, providing a more engaging experience for visitors.

Adaptive Sun Control

Large wooden panels are used along the facade to manage sunlight and maintain views of the landscape. These panels pivot on a central axis, allowing users to adjust the light levels according to their preferences. This flexibility increases the functionality of the central event space, adapting throughout the day and maintaining an open and inviting feel.

The TreSpirala project stands out for its ability to connect people with their environment. It encourages community interaction while respecting its natural surroundings, creating a space where both people and nature can thrive in harmony.

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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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