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Elevated Living Spaces with Triple-Layer Windows and Integrated Nature

Author:
Alejandro Jauma blume
Elevated Living Spaces with Triple-Layer Windows and Integrated Nature

Project in-detail

Elevated above ground to enhance air circulation and featuring triple-layer windows for optimal insulation, the design integrates nature into its modular living spaces tailored for modern residents.
5 key facts about this project
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Elevated design enhances natural airflow and minimizes humidity.
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Adaptable modular components allow for personalized functionality.
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Triple-layer windows improve energy efficiency and indoor comfort.
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Integrated entrance terrace fosters outdoor living connections.
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Clear separation of private and communal spaces promotes social interaction.

KABI is designed to create functional and straightforward living spaces that cater to essential needs while encouraging a mindful way of living. Set in an environment that fosters a connection and interaction with nature, the layout integrates private and communal areas. This balance of space enhances personal comfort and social interaction. The approach prioritizes adaptability, ensuring that living solutions meet the requirements of modern lifestyles.

Spatial Organization

The layout of KABI is divided into two main sections. The private area includes two bedrooms and a shared bathroom, alongside a central dressing space. This thoughtful arrangement allows for a clear distinction between personal and social spaces. In the social area, an open dining room, kitchen, and living room blend together. Front windows can be added, providing flexibility to adjust to different weather conditions, demonstrating an effort to harmonize the home with its surroundings.

Modular Flexibility

KABI also offers optional modules that expand its usability. These can serve various functions, such as a laundry area, additional storage, or an entrance terrace. This modular design allows residents to customize their living environments based on specific needs and preferences. It makes the home suitable for different situations, whether as a family residence, a vacation home, or a rental property.

Integration with Nature

A noteworthy feature of KABI is its elevation above ground. This design choice enhances air circulation and helps prevent humidity build-up, which contributes to overall comfort. The home’s elevation encourages a closer relationship with the surrounding landscape. In warmer climates, the design allows for an open-air lifestyle, inviting nature inside. The entrance terrace supports this connection, creating a clear transition between indoor and outdoor areas.

Material Efficiency

Energy efficiency is a focus in KABI’s construction. Triple-layer windows are used to improve insulation and reduce noise from outside. These windows help maintain a pleasant indoor climate regardless of the weather. The design includes insulation panels which contribute to climate control within the home. An eco-anchor foundation system is chosen for its low impact on the environment, supporting sustainable construction practices.

Large front French windows maximize natural light and ventilation, creating an inviting atmosphere that enhances everyday living. This thoughtful incorporation of light and air further enriches the experience of residing in KABI.

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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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Prize 100,000 € + Potential realisation
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 25 September 2025

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