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Elevated Living With Viewing Decks and Transformable Spaces

Authors:
Varisha Chauhan, Vipasha Chauhan
Elevated Living With Viewing Decks and Transformable Spaces

Project in-detail

With transformable living spaces and elevated viewing decks that promote community engagement, this development redefines urban residential experiences in a densely populated environment.
5 key facts about this project
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Transformable living areas allow for flexible use throughout the day.
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Community spaces are strategically placed to enhance social interaction.
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Elevated viewing decks provide panoramic views of the surrounding cityscape.
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Shared amenities cater to diverse resident needs, promoting engagement.
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The design emphasizes multifunctionality, reducing waste and maximizing utility.

Home Hub reimagines urban living by creating a versatile and interactive environment that meets the needs of contemporary society. Located in a busy urban area, the design combines both residential and commercial functions, allowing residents to live and work in proximity. Central to the design is the idea of promoting social connections through shared spaces and communal amenities, fostering a sense of community among inhabitants.

Conceptual Framework

The project is based on the principle of stimulating interactions through carefully designed spaces. Shared amenities play a crucial role, offering opportunities for residents to engage with one another and build relationships. This focus on collaboration highlights the importance of community in today’s urban architecture.

Multifunctional Spaces

A key aspect of Home Hub is its multifunctional spaces. Rooms are designed to serve different purposes throughout the day, maximizing their usefulness and reducing wasted space. For example, sleeping areas can quickly turn into workspaces, addressing the needs of those who require flexibility in their living arrangements. This focus on adaptability reflects changing urban lifestyles.

Transformable Architecture

Home Hub also exemplifies the idea of transformable architecture. Residential units can be reconfigured to serve commercial purposes, allowing the building to respond to varying demands over time. This flexibility is important for making the most of limited urban space, enabling the design to evolve based on the needs of its users and surroundings.

Community Integration

The design incorporates elements that encourage both interaction and connectivity. Public facilities, like cafes and recreational areas, are integrated to promote engagement not only among residents but also with the larger community. Features such as balconies and viewing decks invite residents to take part in urban life, enriching the overall experience of living there.

At the top of the structure, the viewing decks provide wide-ranging views of the city. This design detail not only enhances the living experience but also serves to connect residents visually to the vibrant urban environment below.

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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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