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Dynamic Living Space Crafted from Composite Panels and Steel Framework Embracing Modular Mobility

Author:
Kazem Mojtamma
Dynamic Living Space Crafted from Composite Panels and Steel Framework Embracing Modular Mobility

Project in-detail

Utilizing a folding mechanism and interlocking modules, this mobile dwelling integrates composite panels and steel to provide adaptable living solutions for modern nomadic lifestyles.
5 key facts about this project
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Folding mechanism allows for compact transport and rapid deployment.
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Interlocking modules enable customizable spatial configurations for diverse living needs.
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Built-in utility stations provide essential services independent of external connections.
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Composite materials enhance durability while maintaining a lightweight structure.
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Sliding windows promote natural ventilation and connectivity with the surrounding environment.

### Project Overview

The Platform project is situated within the context of modern nomadic living, where flexibility and mobility have become essential aspects of contemporary lifestyles. Designed to accommodate a transient way of life, the architecture prioritizes functionality while ensuring that residents experience comfort and adaptability. The project integrates aesthetic considerations with practical design to support diverse living conditions.

### Spatial Strategy and Mobility

The modular design of Platform allows users to modify their living space according to varying needs, effectively transitioning from a stationary residence to a mobile unit. This adaptability includes a sophisticated folding mechanism, which enables the structure’s size to be minimized for transport without compromising the overall living area when deployed. The interlocking modules promote configurability, allowing users to personalize their environment to enhance livability. Additionally, the incorporation of utility stations offers essential services such as water and electricity, supporting a sustainable lifestyle while ensuring modern conveniences are accessible.

### Materiality and Structural Composition

The architectural design employs a strategic selection of materials that enhance durability, insulation, and overall functionality. Composite panels are utilized for walls, while tensile insulation fabric serves as roofing, balancing lightness with effective environmental protection. The steel framework ensures structural integrity, complemented by sliding windows that promote natural light and ventilation. This combination results in a robust yet flexible architectural solution, as sliding floor beams and columns facilitate dynamic arrangement of internal spaces, aligning with the intended nomadic lifestyle and encouraging innovative living experiences. Designed to adapt to diverse geographical contexts, the Platform architecture remains functional in both urban and remote settings.

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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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