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Curvilinear Form and Terracotta Facades Enhancing Community Connectivity in Urban Transit Hub

Author:
Heather Jo Manova
Curvilinear Form and Terracotta Facades Enhancing Community Connectivity in Urban Transit Hub

Project in-detail

Defined by its curvilinear form and terracotta facades, the design enhances community connectivity while serving as a vital urban transit hub.
5 key facts about this project
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Designed to enhance community interaction, the layout incorporates integrated public spaces throughout.
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Terracotta facades provide a durable weather-resistant exterior while reflecting local architectural traditions.
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Curvilinear forms facilitate natural movement and flow in pedestrian pathways, improving navigation.
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Extensive glazing allows for abundant natural light, reducing the need for artificial lighting indoors.
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The sustainable use of steel in the structure supports complex forms while minimizing environmental impact.

### Architectural Analysis Report: Vilnius Connect

#### Project Overview
Located in the Naujininkai District of Vilnius, Lithuania, Vilnius Connect integrates the historic railway station with contemporary architectural elements to enhance urban connectivity and community interaction. The design aims to establish a cohesive transport network, accommodating rail, bus, bike, and pedestrian pathways. This approach is intended to enrich the user experience while respecting the historical significance of the railway station and its surroundings.

#### Connectivity and User Interaction
The project emphasizes physical and visual connections, fostering fluid mobility throughout the site. The architectural forms adopt dynamic contours and curves, enabling varied perspectives and encouraging exploration. Open spaces are strategically designed to facilitate socialization, promoting community engagement and inviting both residents and visitors to interact within the transportation hub.

#### Material Considerations and Sustainability
The material palette is selected to resonate with Vilnius' cultural and environmental context. Terracotta cladding reflects the local landscape, while extensive glazing enhances transparency and natural light. A steel structure underpins the design, allowing for its fluid forms. The incorporation of wood provides warmth and contrasts with the cooler materials, establishing a balanced aesthetic. Sustainable features are embedded within the design, with strategic orientation and thermal qualities aimed at reducing energy consumption and enhancing user comfort.

These design elements collectively contribute to an architectural solution that harmonizes historic preservation with modern functionality, enhancing the urban landscape of Vilnius.

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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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