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Curvilinear Glass Facade With Integrated Landscaping and Smart Home Technology in Urban Residential Development

Authors:
Dimitri Persia, Astrid Marzano
Curvilinear Glass Facade With Integrated Landscaping and Smart Home Technology in Urban Residential Development

Project in-detail

A curvilinear glass façade harmonizes with integrated landscaping and smart home technology, creating a contemporary urban residence designed for modern living.
5 key facts about this project
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Curvilinear form enhances natural light and visual connectivity.
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Extensive use of glass minimizes energy consumption through natural ventilation.
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Smart home technology integrated throughout living spaces for modern convenience.
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Landscaped roof deck includes recreational amenities with skyline views.
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Sustainable materials employed focus on durability and environmental impact.

# Ground Tower Overview

The Ground Tower, situated in Dubai, represents a contemporary architectural project that explores the relationship between structure and urban environment. The design intent focuses on integrating modern living with a commitment to sustainability, employing innovative materiality and a layered approach to space planning, which allows for flexibility and interconnectivity among various functions.

## Spatial Strategy

Comprising two floors and a penthouse, the Ground Tower encompasses 277 square meters of residential space alongside an additional 56 square meters dedicated to external services. The floor plan promotes openness, incorporating living areas, bedrooms, and amenities in a manner that enhances both privacy and community engagement. The design utilizes an undulating façade with rounded openings, which facilitates natural light penetration and offers expansive views of the surrounding landscape. A roof deck features a swimming pool, integrated with landscaped gardens, thereby creating a biophilic environment that bridges indoor and outdoor spaces.

## Material Considerations

Material selection plays a crucial role in defining the project's architectural language, with an emphasis on sustainability and durability. Reinforced concrete provides the necessary structural integrity, while extensive use of glass in the façade enhances natural light influx and views. Aluminum frames and decorative elements contribute to the lightweight aesthetic, and natural stone is used in landscaping to maintain textural continuity with the environment. Eco-friendly finishes, including low-VOC paints and sustainable flooring, further promote a healthy indoor atmosphere.

The incorporation of smart home technology reflects a forward-thinking approach, enabling residents to control various home aspects efficiently and enhancing the overall user experience within the living environment.

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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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