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Compact Living with Adaptable Sleeping Options and Integrated Functionality

Authors:
Tomasz Gęsiak, Dominik Munia
Compact Living with Adaptable Sleeping Options and Integrated Functionality

Project in-detail

With a footprint of only 20 square meters, the design incorporates adaptable sleeping options and essential amenities to create a compact living space that prioritizes functionality and efficiency.
5 key facts about this project
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Adaptable sleeping area accommodates both double and twin configurations.
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Integrated kitchenette promotes self-sufficiency in a compact design.
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Dedicated storage area enhances organization within limited space.
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Efficient circulation pathways facilitate smooth movement throughout.
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Sustainable focus on minimalism and essential living functions.

The One Line Village Cabin Prototype is an example of efficient compact living, designed to fit within a space of just 20 square meters. Set against the backdrop of modern housing challenges, it aims to provide a practical solution to the needs of urban residents. The emphasis on functionality allows for necessary living conditions, creating a space that serves daily life without excess.

Layout and Functionality

The layout is carefully arranged into clear functional areas. The sleeping section can accommodate either a double bed or two twin beds, giving occupants options depending on their needs. This adaptability is crucial in a limited space, where every square meter counts. A compact kitchenette provides essential cooking facilities, promoting independence and convenience for users.

Storage Solutions

The cabin addresses storage needs by including a dedicated area for luggage and personal items. This feature ensures that the space remains organized and tidy, allowing residents to store their belongings without overcrowding. Additionally, the cabin is equipped with a shower and toilet, ensuring that all foundational living requirements are met within a compact footprint.

Circulation and Interaction

Circulation has been thoughtfully considered in the layout, allowing for smooth movement between different areas. The internal and external pathways facilitate easy navigation, contributing to a positive experience for users. A longitudinal section view offers insights into how these various spaces connect, promoting an understanding of their relationship to one another.

Architectural Concept

The concept behind the design leans toward minimalism and practicality. By focusing on essential living functions, it avoids unnecessary complexity. This approach aligns with current trends aimed at promoting sustainability and efficient use of resources. The cabin’s simple yet effective architecture does not distract from its purpose, reinforcing its role as a functional living space.

The exterior likely features clean lines and durable finishes, complementing the overall design while ensuring it withstands the test of time.

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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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