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Concrete Booth with Interactive Color Patterns for Urban Nightlife

Authors:
Stanislav Titov, Olga Fomina
Concrete Booth with Interactive Color Patterns for Urban Nightlife

Project in-detail

A modular concrete booth equipped with a VR headset and dynamic color patterns enhances the urban nightlife experience, inviting users to engage in Berlin's vibrant techno culture.
5 key facts about this project
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Modular structure allows for flexible configurations.
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Integrated VR headset enhances user interaction.
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Dynamic color patterns responsive to music and movement.
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Glass window provides a connection to the outside environment.
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Ventilation system ensures user comfort during use.

The Berlin Techno Booth is an architectural design that highlights the concept of modularity in an urban nightlife context. It is situated in the heart of Berlin, a city known for its dynamic techno culture. The design combines modern technology with a straightforward aesthetic, creating a space that serves both practical functions and cultural significance. It aims to immerse visitors in a uniquely engaging environment that reflects the character of the city.

Modularity in Design
The booth consists of eight modular concrete panels. These panels define the structure while allowing for varied configurations that can adapt to different uses. The concrete material lends itself to the industrial feel that aligns well with the Berlin landscape. The design remains functional while enabling flexibility for users, enhancing the overall experience within the space.

Technological Integration
Equipped with a VR headset, the design invites users to engage in a hybrid experience of the physical and digital worlds. This element enriches the atmosphere, providing an interactive component that captures the attention of visitors. An app-based entrance system offers modern convenience, allowing for easy access to the booth. This integration of technology reflects current trends in nightlife experiences.

User Comfort and Interaction
Comfort is considered with the inclusion of a ventilation system within the panels. This ensures that airflow is managed effectively, making the space comfortable for users. The glass window presents a connection to the outside, which is especially appealing at night when it emits a warm glow. This feature not only enhances the aesthetic but also creates a welcoming environment that draws in passersby.

Dynamic Visuals
The media panel displays dynamic colors that respond to events happening inside the booth. This interactive element provides a visual representation of the energy present within the space, aligning with the sounds of techno music. The interplay of light and motion captures the lively essence of Berlin’s nightlife, making the booth an engaging place for those who enter.

The design of the Berlin Techno Booth embraces its urban setting through thoughtful architectural choices. It offers a unique space that fosters interaction and enhances the cultural landscape of the city.

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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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Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 25 September 2025

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