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Cross-Ventilated Habitat Crafted from Bamboo and Reclaimed Wood

Authors:
Mitchell Sy, Jervyzelle Salcedo, Julienne kim Bahena, Maria samantha De castro
Cross-Ventilated Habitat Crafted from Bamboo and Reclaimed Wood

Project in-detail

Crafted with bamboo and enhanced by cross-ventilation strategies, the design seamlessly integrates reclaimed wood elements to create a sustainable living space that prioritizes natural light and environmental harmony.
5 key facts about this project
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Features extensive cross-ventilation to enhance indoor air quality and thermal comfort.
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Utilizes reclaimed wood to minimize environmental impact and increase aesthetic warmth.
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Incorporates charred wooden shingles for weather resistance and a unique textural finish.
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Optimizes solar orientation to maximize natural light and energy efficiency.
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Integrates modular spaces that adapt to various user needs and activities.

"The Harmonic Home" integrates modern architectural principles with a focus on sustainability, functionality, and user experience. Designed for a retired professor, the project emphasizes connectivity among occupants, their spaces, and surrounding natural elements. The design intent aligns with the increasing demand for environmentally responsive homes that promote well-being and harmony with the environment.

The architectural layout comprises two main floors, maximizing space and enhancing circulation. The ground floor serves as the central hub for social interaction, featuring a multi-functional living area seamlessly connected to the kitchen and dining spaces. These zones are deliberately spatially defined to maintain a sense of purpose while encouraging fluid movement among them. The second floor is reserved for private areas, including bedrooms and workspaces, promoting privacy and quietness essential for personal activities.

Unique Spatial Design and Adaptive Features

The defining characteristic of this project is its emphasis on adaptive design elements that create a responsive living environment. The architecture utilizes extensive glass facades which enhance natural lighting and visual connections with the outdoors. This not only provides aesthetic value but also optimizes energy efficiency through passive solar heating and cross-ventilation strategies.

The project incorporates advanced design techniques that analyze solar path and wind dynamics, facilitating natural airflow and temperature moderation. This results in reduced energy consumption and enhances indoor comfort. The strategic placement of windows and outdoor access points effectively merges indoor and outdoor spaces, creating environments conducive to both relaxation and activity.

Material Selection and Sustainability

Materiality plays a crucial role in the overall design, reflecting a commitment to sustainability and durability. The use of bamboo for flooring and architectural accents is notable, providing an aesthetic warmth while being a renewable resource. Complementarily, natural brick is applied to key structural walls, offering not only thermal mass but also aesthetic texture. Structural elements made from steel provide strength without compromising the design's lighter visual qualities.

The careful selection of reclaimed wood reinforces the project's ecological stance, furthering the connection to nature this design seeks to achieve. Each material is chosen specifically for its functional properties and harmonization with the overall aesthetic, contributing to a cohesive architectural narrative.

To explore "The Harmonic Home" in detail, including its architectural plans, sections, and comprehensive architectural ideas, consider engaging with the project presentation. This will provide a deeper understanding of the design elements and innovations that define this significant architectural project.

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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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