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Copper Accents and Natural Landscaping in a Versatile Community Home

Authors:
Benjamin Campos, Guillermo Villegas, Emmanuel Vara, Andrés Garza
Copper Accents and Natural Landscaping in a Versatile Community Home

Project in-detail

Incorporating a copper roof and extensive glass elements, the design harmonizes with natural landscaping to create an accessible community hub that fosters interaction and engagement among residents.
5 key facts about this project
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The design incorporates a copper roofing system that develops a unique patina over time.
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Extensive use of glass walls enhances natural light while providing seamless indoor-outdoor transitions.
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Community spaces are strategically integrated to encourage social interaction and engagement.
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Sustainable landscaping features native plant species to support local biodiversity.
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Accessibility is prioritized through thoughtful spatial planning and smooth transitions throughout the building.

**Krakow Oxygen Home Overview**
Located in Krakow, Poland, the Krakow Oxygen Home integrates residential functions with communal spaces, promoting ecological practices and social interaction. The design seeks to redefine the traditional concept of living environments by creating a multifunctional hub that enhances community engagement while prioritizing accessibility.

**Spatial Configuration and User Experience**
The architectural layout consists of interconnected rooms with varying elevations, facilitating a dynamic flow throughout the building. This design encourages exploration and interaction among users while ensuring compliance with accessibility standards through strategically placed entry points. Key features include an open flow among various spaces that promote connection and discovery, enhancing the overall user experience.

**Sustainable Materiality**
The selection of materials reflects both innovation and a commitment to environmental considerations. Concrete serves as the primary structural element, known for its durability and minimalist aesthetic. Extensive use of glass enhances natural light and integrates indoor and outdoor settings. Wood is employed in flooring and selected wall sections for warmth, while copper roofing is designed to develop a patina over time, aligning with sustainable practices. The surrounding landscaping utilizes native flora to support local biodiversity and minimize maintenance needs, further contributing to the project’s sustainability goals.

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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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