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Elevated Circular Walkway Enhances Geological Exploration Experience

Authors:
Giovanni luca Ferreri, Angelo Pellegrino, Daniele Colombelli, Gabriele Mundula
Elevated Circular Walkway Enhances Geological Exploration Experience

Project in-detail

The elevated circular walkway, designed to align with key geological features, invites visitors to engage directly with the surrounding landscape while providing essential facilities for exploration and observation.
5 key facts about this project
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Elevated walkway enables panoramic views of geological features.
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Observation platforms incorporate real-time data displays for visitor engagement.
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Double spiral staircase enhances accessibility to multiple observation levels.
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Design aligns with specific geological events for immersive experiences.
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Facilities include rest areas and cafes, supporting visitor comfort and interaction.

The design project presents a thoughtful relationship with its geological setting, focusing on how built spaces can enhance the experience of nature. Located in an area known for its distinctive geological formations, the design functions as a guide, helping visitors engage with the natural landscape. The main idea is to encourage exploration and interaction, fostering a deeper understanding of the geological context through architecture.

Observation Pathway

The central feature is an elevated circular walkway that serves as the main observation point for visitors. This pathway allows for expansive views of the surrounding landscape while promoting movement and exploration. The circular shape provides multiple perspectives, enabling visitors to appreciate the site's natural phenomena from different angles.

Observation Platforms

Observation platforms are strategically placed to align with important geological events. These platforms provide real-time engagement with the landscape, allowing visitors to connect deeply with their surroundings. Glass screens on these platforms project information about geological processes, helping visitors understand what they observe. This modern approach enhances the connection to the environment.

Functional Spaces

The design incorporates various functional spaces that cater to the needs of visitors. Facilities such as restrooms, a café, and storage areas are integrated into the overall layout. These practical spaces are designed with careful attention to user flow and accessibility, ensuring they support the immersive experience without being intrusive.

Elevated Viewing Points

An important aspect of the design is the double spiral staircase that provides access to a secondary observation level. This element gives visitors a unique vantage point for viewing geological formations and atmospheric phenomena, such as the Northern Lights. The elevated perspective fosters a strong connection to both the land and the sky, enriching the interaction with the natural world.

The project emphasizes a clear link between visitors and the geological landscape, highlighting the importance of observation and understanding in experiencing nature. At its heart is a design that invites exploration and appreciation of the environment’s beauty and complexity.

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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.

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Design a new small-scale home concept in the 10th edition of MICROHOME — 100,000 € prize + construction

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Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 25 September 2025

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