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Connecting Community Through Thoughtful Spatial Organization

Authors:
Elizaveta Manina, Ilya Kaygorodov, Uliana Gotovskaya, Egor Udalov
Connecting Community Through Thoughtful Spatial Organization

Project in-detail

Utilizing a modern spatial organization, the design enhances user engagement and communication within a versatile office environment in response to restricted digital connectivity.
5 key facts about this project
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Utilizes a three-level layout designed for flexible user interaction.
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Incorporates natural light to enhance the working atmosphere.
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Focuses on community engagement in a context of communication restrictions.
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Encourages both individual work and group collaboration.
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Promotes a seamless flow between private and communal spaces.

The Pigeon Post Home Office stands out as a response to the communication barriers faced in Russia, where social networks are not accessible. Set in a context that demands innovative solutions, it is designed to function as a space where alternative forms of interaction can thrive. The main idea is to create an environment that blends the need for focused work with opportunities for communication and collaboration, reflecting the current societal challenges.

Spatial Organization

The layout of the Pigeon Post Home Office is organized across three levels: the ground floor, first floor, and second floor. Each level has specific roles that support both individual tasks and group activities. This careful arrangement allows users to move freely between different modes of work, whether they need a quiet spot for concentration or a place to meet and discuss ideas.

Design Aesthetics

The design maintains a modern yet practical style that emphasizes clarity. Natural light is used effectively to brighten the interior spaces, creating a welcoming atmosphere. The arrangement of rooms promotes movement and interaction, aligning with the intention of encouraging users to connect with one another. Each area is designed to facilitate both solitude and teamwork, ensuring that the environment feels cohesive and supportive.

User Experience

A strong emphasis on user experience shapes how the spaces are configured. Areas are designed for casual encounters and spontaneous discussions, reflecting a belief that interactions can enhance productivity. This awareness of social dynamics creates a comfortable setting where users can collaborate easily. The layout not only accommodates various activities but also nurtures a sense of community among those who work within its walls.

Incorporated Details

While the presentation does not specify materials used in the design, the overall approach is grounded in simplicity and practicality. Features such as open areas, clear pathways, and visual connections enhance the functionality of the space. These design elements create a working environment that is easy to navigate and supportive of diverse user needs, making the Pigeon Post Home Office a distinguished model of adaptive architecture in challenging times.

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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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