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Curved Façades and Expansive Glass Integration in a Sustainable Family Residence

Author:
Karim Ellouze
Curved Façades and Expansive Glass Integration in a Sustainable Family Residence

Project in-detail

Utilizing curved façades and expansive glass, the residence harmonizes modern aesthetics with eco-friendly materials, creating an inviting family home that embraces the outdoors.
5 key facts about this project
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Curved façades optimize natural light while maintaining privacy.
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Integration of smart technology enhances energy efficiency and user convenience.
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Exterior materials include weather-resistant aluminum and durable natural stone.
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Open floor plan features a versatile living space that connects to the outdoor terrace.
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Landscaped areas utilize native plants to support local biodiversity.

## Project Overview

Located within a contemporary urban context, this design focuses on creating functional living spaces that promote openness and interaction with the surrounding environment. The architectural language employs innovative forms and a deliberate choice of materials, aligning with both modern building practices and principles of sustainability.

### Spatial Configuration

The ground floor encompasses approximately 187 m², featuring a double-height family living area that enhances spatial volume and facilitates social gatherings. The open kitchen is positioned to allow visibility and interaction with the living space, while a separate maids' room ensures privacy for household staff. Additional elements include a garage with ample parking space and a swimming pool, which is conveniently located adjacent to the main living areas to promote recreational use.

On the first floor, with an area of approximately 158 m², multiple bedrooms are designed to accommodate family members, each equipped with en-suite bathrooms. The master suite includes luxury amenities and a private balcony that provides a personal outdoor retreat.

### Material and Environmental Considerations

The design features a strategic selection of materials to ensure durability and aesthetic appeal. Concrete forms the foundation and structural components, while lightweight and corrosion-resistant aluminum is used for window frames. Large glass panes foster transparency and interaction with the outdoors, enhancing natural light within the interior. Textured plaster finishes on interior walls contribute to aesthetics and acoustics, while natural stone accents infuse warmth into the overall design. Wood, incorporated in flooring and structural elements, adds a contrasting texture to the modern materials.

Environmental sustainability is addressed through passive solar design, efficient water management systems, and high-performance glazing. The landscape features native flora, promoting water conservation and enhancing local biodiversity.

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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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