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Curved Wood Members and Reflective Sphere Create a Communal Space of Connection

Author:
Austin Autrey
Curved Wood Members and Reflective Sphere Create a Communal Space of Connection

Project in-detail

A lit polyurethane sphere at the center of curved wood members underscores the connection between individual experiences and collective resilience in a space designed for community reflection.
5 key facts about this project
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Curved wood members create a visual narrative of separation and connectivity.
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Steel tension cables bind the structure, symbolizing complex human relationships.
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A centrally located lit polyurethane sphere enhances light and reflection.
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The design encourages introspection by allowing occupants to see their reflections.
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Dynamic light changes throughout the day create varying spatial experiences.

The Stronger Together Pavilion stands as a thoughtful response to important themes of interconnectedness and resilience. Located in an inspiring context, it connects historical narratives of courage with present-day challenges. The design aims to evoke a sense of community, reflecting on the powerful acts of individuals who risked their safety for others during times of conflict.

Structural Dynamics
The pavilion features a series of curved wood members that are placed on pivot joints. This arrangement creates a visual effect, symbolizing elements that seem to fall away from one another. It reflects the shared struggles experienced within communities, portraying both loss and resilience. Steel tension cables connect these wooden members, emphasizing the complexity of human relationships and the support systems that arise in times of difficulty.

Central Element
At the core of the design is a lit polyurethane sphere that serves as a focal point. This sphere emphasizes themes of positivity and unity. Its weight adds tension to the structure, while the smooth surface allows light to reflect. This feature invites visitors to see their reflections and encourages a sense of belonging within the space. It plays an important role in reinforcing the messages of hope that the pavilion conveys.

Exemplifying Resilience
The structure achieves stability through the careful balance of tension created by the leaning wood members. Gravity plays a critical role in this interaction, symbolizing the resilience found in human connections. As people engage with the pavilion, the architecture reveals how emotional vulnerability and collective strength coexist. This serves to remind visitors of the importance of community support.

Light and shadow enhance the visitor experience as they change throughout the day. The variations in lighting create a dynamic atmosphere within the pavilion. This aspect of design deepens the connection among individuals, reinforcing the idea that personal actions contribute to the broader community. The experience encourages reflection on how we can all make a difference in supporting one another.

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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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