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Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Enhance Community Reflection Space with Charred Wooden Shingles

Authors:
Laurynas Byla, Justina Ragaisyte
Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Enhance Community Reflection Space with Charred Wooden Shingles

Project in-detail

Utilizing cross-laminated timber panels and charred wooden shingles, the design creates a reflective corridor that fosters community engagement and serves as a cultural hub dedicated to historical narratives of freedom.
5 key facts about this project
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Utilizes cross-laminated timber panels for enhanced structural efficiency and sustainability.
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Incorporates charred wooden shingles to improve durability and aesthetic appeal.
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Features a unique bent A-frame design that promotes natural light and ventilation.
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Integrates flexible exhibition spaces for adaptive community engagement.
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Reflective corridor design symbolizes the collective journey for freedom and cultural identity.

## Overview

The "Long Walk to Freedom" project is situated in a culturally significant urban area of the Baltic region, focusing on themes of liberation and collective memory. It aims to create a space that fosters reflection and engagement with historical narratives, particularly those tied to freedom movements. The design emphasizes a long corridor that serves as both a physical pathway and a metaphorical representation of the journey toward independence.

### Spatial Organization and User Engagement

The layout of the facility prioritizes a fluid transition between various zones. Central to this organization is the main exhibition area, which highlights historical artifacts associated with the struggle for freedom. Adjacent to it, temporary exhibition spaces allow for dynamic programming that can adapt to community interests. Additional areas, such as a movie hall, gift shop, and coffee house, are designed to enhance the visitor experience and foster community interaction. The corridor encourages natural movement flow, featuring clear signage and accessible pathways for all users.

### Material Selection and Environmental Considerations

The choice of materials is essential in defining the aesthetic and functional qualities of the project. Steel is used for structural components, while glass is integrated to promote transparency and illumination within the spaces. Concrete offers durability and aligns with the surrounding urban context, whereas wood elements provide warmth and a welcoming atmosphere. The design incorporates outdoor spaces to facilitate gatherings, further connecting the building to its urban environment while promoting sustainability through the thoughtful selection of materials that harmonize with local characteristics.

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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.

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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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