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Dynamic Living Spaces With 3D-Printed Structures and Biodegradable Materials

Author:
Maxime Vaillancourt-cossette
Dynamic Living Spaces With 3D-Printed Structures and Biodegradable Materials

Project in-detail

Utilizing 3D-printed structures and biodegradable materials, the design adapts dynamically to user needs while integrating green infrastructure to create versatile living spaces in an urban environment.
5 key facts about this project
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Utilizes 3D printing technology for customizable architectural components.
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Incorporates biodegradable materials to enhance sustainability.
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Features adaptive living spaces that change configurations based on user input.
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Integrates smart systems for energy efficiency and resource management.
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Includes living walls to promote local biodiversity and improve air quality.

**Overview**
The Ever-Changing City is situated in an urban context within Japan and addresses pressing sustainability challenges through adaptive design. This project advocates for the evolution of living spaces in response to user needs and environmental conditions, utilizing advanced technology and materiality to reduce ecological impact while improving residents' quality of life.

**Spatial Strategy**
The project's design incorporates flexible architectural elements that facilitate a dynamic interaction between private and communal spaces based on user demands. Pedestrian pathways interconnect various zones—including gardens and living quarters—enhancing walkability and minimizing reliance on vehicular transport. Key features such as topographic ground design introduce diverse environments that promote both aesthetic and functional variety, supporting a responsive urban experience.

**Materiality**
A focus on sustainable materials underpins the project's design. 3D-printed structures allow for customized, modular elements that adapt to changing needs. Biodegradable materials are employed for their minimal environmental impact, while recycled plastics and natural stone contribute to a circular economy. Additionally, smart materials that alter properties in response to stimuli further enhance user experience within the spaces. The integration of green roofs and living walls reinforces biophilic principles, fostering biodiversity and enhancing the well-being of residents.

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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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