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Curvilinear Pathways Enhanced by Glass Facades and Local Stone for Community Engagement

Authors:
Sylwia Gudaczewska, Piotr Orlowski
Curvilinear Pathways Enhanced by Glass Facades and Local Stone for Community Engagement

Project in-detail

Curvilinear pathways constructed with glass facades and local stone create an interactive community hub that enhances urban engagement and functionality.
5 key facts about this project
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Curvilinear pathways encourage natural pedestrian flow while promoting community interaction.
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The use of local stone integrates the design within its geographical context.
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Glass facades enhance visibility and connection with the surrounding landscape.
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Flexible gathering spaces accommodate a variety of community activities.
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Sustainable landscaping features native flora to support local biodiversity.

### Overview

Situated in Vilnius, Lithuania, this project responds to the region’s historical and cultural dynamics. The design aims to facilitate community engagement and enhance the urban environment through pathways that encourage pedestrian interaction. Reflecting upon significant local events, the project fosters a sense of unity among diverse user groups while integrating seamlessly into the existing urban fabric.

### Spatial Configuration

The spatial organization is characterized by a distinctive arrangement of geometric forms and curvilinear elements that redefine conventional pedestrian pathways. Intersecting routes provide direct connections from surrounding areas to central gathering spaces. These pathways are complemented by designated gathering areas that support casual meetings and organized events, enhancing the potential for social interaction within the public domain.

### Material Selection and Environmental Considerations

Materiality plays a critical role in both the aesthetic and functional aspects of the design. Glass and steel are utilized to create light-filled environments that connect indoor and outdoor experiences, reflecting the urban landscape. Meanwhile, concrete and local stone offer durability and coherence, anchoring the design while accommodating communal activities. The incorporation of sustainable landscaping features further enhances ecological value, promoting a welcoming atmosphere that engages pedestrians with both nature and the built 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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