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Curvilinear Design Featuring Charred Wooden Shingles and Local Brick for Community Engagement

Author:
Tahra Mohamed Hamood Al Busafi
Curvilinear Design Featuring Charred Wooden Shingles and Local Brick for Community Engagement

Project in-detail

Incorporating charred wooden shingles and a curvilinear form, the design enhances community interaction through adaptable spaces that serve multiple functions.
5 key facts about this project
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Incorporates locally sourced charred wooden shingles for enhanced durability and aesthetic appeal.
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Utilizes cross-laminated timber panels to optimize structural integrity and sustainability.
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Features a unique bent A-frame design that maximizes natural light and interior space.
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Integrates rainwater harvesting systems for effective resource management and sustainability.
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Includes versatile community spaces designed for multiple uses and user engagement.

The project is situated in a vibrant urban environment, aiming to integrate functionality with aesthetic considerations. Designed to serve a diverse community, it prioritizes accessibility and interaction among users. The layout has been organized to promote engagement with the surrounding landscape while responding to the specific needs of its inhabitants.

**Spatial Organization**
The design employs a strategic approach to space, featuring open areas that encourage collaboration and social interaction. Clear sightlines and defined pathways facilitate movement throughout the structure, enhancing user experience. Multi-purpose spaces are incorporated, allowing for flexibility in use and adapting to various community activities. Natural light is maximized through thoughtfully placed windows and skylights, creating a welcoming atmosphere and reducing reliance on artificial lighting.

**Material Selection**
A focus on sustainable materials informs the project’s construction. Recycled and locally sourced materials have been prioritized to minimize environmental impact. The use of durable finishes ensures longevity while reducing maintenance needs. The design also incorporates green roofing and insulation techniques that contribute to energy efficiency, while landscaping is integrated to promote biodiversity and ecological health within the urban context.

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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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