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Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Sustainable Living Redefined in a Multifunctional Urban Dwelling

Authors:
Romain Jacques K Russe, Pablo Rafael Herraiz Garcia De Guadiana, Roshni Chirag Shah
Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Sustainable Living Redefined in a Multifunctional Urban Dwelling

Project in-detail

Utilizing cross-laminated timber panels and integrating a greenhouse wall, this urban dwelling provides a self-sufficient living environment designed for community engagement and multifunctional use.
5 key facts about this project
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Utilizes a greenhouse wall for natural temperature regulation.
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Incorporates a flexible layout for multifunctional use throughout the day.
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Constructed with cross-laminated timber panels for enhanced structural integrity.
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Features charred wooden shingles for both aesthetic appeal and fire resistance.
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Designed with a bent A-frame structure to optimize internal space and light.

## Overview

ChromeHome is a modular, prefabricated dwelling situated within an urban center, addressing the housing needs of young professionals. This two-story structure emphasizes affordability while promoting community engagement and ecological sustainability. The design prioritizes both private living spaces and communal areas, facilitating a vibrant, interactive environment conducive to shared experiences.

## Spatial Configuration and Functionality

The architecture features a distinctive layout that balances individual comfort and collective interaction. The upper floor incorporates a multifunctional bedroom equipped with a Murphy bed, optimizing space for varied uses. The ground level presents a versatile kitchen and display shelving designed to encourage gatherings and social functions. Two adaptable floor plans cater to different daily activities, enhancing the usability of the living space throughout day and night. Large, triple-glazed windows ensure natural light permeates the interiors while preserving occupant privacy.

## Material Use and Environmental Design

Constructed with sustainable materials, ChromeHome employs locally sourced timber, photovoltaic panels, and polished metal elements, integrating aesthetics with environmental responsibility. The choice of materials contributes to the home's efficiency, with features such as solar batteries and water filtration systems promoting off-grid capabilities. The overall design incorporates a passive climate control strategy, aligning with current trends in sustainable residential architecture. The inclusion of transformative spatial elements, such as a convertible balcony and a "Greenhouse wall," further merges utility with ecological sensibility.

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MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

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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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